NHTSA Recall 15V871000: Electronic stability control (esc)
Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 155,000 vehicles. It affects 2011–2012 Hyundai Elantra.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V871000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 137 |
| Component | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) |
| Report received | December 23, 2015 |
| Owner notification | May 9, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Elantra vehicles manufactured October 29, 2010, to October 25, 2011. Due to an electronic stability control (ESC) sensor malfunction, the brakes for one or more wheels may be applied unexpectedly and the engine power may be reduced. These symptoms will be accompanied by illumination of the ESC indicator lamp in the instrument cluster.
Safety risk
If the one or more of the brakes are inappropriately applied, control of the vehicle may be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will verify the proper operation of the ESC sensors, and update the ESC system's calibration, free of charge. The recall began June 6, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 137.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 15V871000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.