Hyundai Motor America is recalling certain 2006-2011 Hyundai Azera and 2006 Hyundai Sonata
— Recall Campaign #18V026000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2006-2011 Hyundai Azera and 2006 Hyundai Sonata vehicles. Water may enter the Anti-lock Brake (ABS) Module and result in an electrical short .
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 87,854 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
18V026000
| Manufacturer: | Hyundai Motor America |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | January 09, 2018 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 18V026000 |
| Units affected: | 87,854 |
- Description:
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2006-2011 Hyundai Azera and 2006 Hyundai Sonata vehicles. Water may enter the Anti-lock Brake (ABS) Module and result in an electrical short .
- Consequeces:
- An electrical short within the ABS Module may cause an engine compartment fire, even when the car is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.
- Corrective action:
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the vehicle's main junction box to prevent the risk of an ABS short-circuit while the car is turned off, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2018. Owners may call Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 172.
- 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.