REC-006041

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2007–2014 HYUNDAI Veloster (FS), ix35 (LM), Accent (RM), i40 (VF), Santa Fe (DM), iMax and iLoad (TQ)

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Hyundai Motor Company

Recall date: 1 August 2024

Defect

Due to a manufacturing defect, brake fluid may leak into the Antilock Brake System (ABS) control module. This could cause an electrical short circuit leading to a vehicle engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

Hazard

A vehicle fire could increase the risk of an accident causing serious injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users, bystanders and/or damage to property.

Remedy

Owners of affected vehicles can contact their nearest authorised Hyundai dealer to schedule an appointment to have the multi-fuse replaced, free of charge. Affected vehicles should be parked in an open space and away from flammable materials and structures, i.e. not in a garage.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Hyundai Motor Company — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: vehiclerecalls.gov.au