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VehicleAug 27, 2020151,205 affected

Hyundai recall: Service brakes, hydraulic

Park outside. NHTSA and the maker advise parking these vehicles outside and away from buildings until they are repaired.

What is wrong

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module, possibly resulting in an electrical short.

What could happen

If the ABS module short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.

The fix

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ABS module and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began December 22, 2020. Note: This recall has been superseded by NHTSA Recall 21V-303 and all affected vehicles will now be repaired under 21V-303. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 194.

Vehicles covered

Facts

NHTSA recall number
20V520000
Type
Vehicle
Filed by
Hyundai Motor America
Reported to NHTSA
Aug 27, 2020
Owners notified
Dec 22, 2020
Vehicles or items affected
151,205
Started by
NHTSA investigation
Built
–
Part
Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
Maker's own recall number
194

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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