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NHTSA Recall 21V161000: Service brakes, hydraulic: control unit/module

Park outside Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 552 vehicles. It affects 2019–2021 Genesis G70.

552
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2021
owners notified (July 6)
NHTSA campaign21V161000
Manufacturer campaign007G
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP › CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Report receivedMarch 10, 2021
Owner notificationJuly 6, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Genesis G70 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and short circuit.

Safety risk

An electrical short circuit inside the ABS module could cause an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

Remedy

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2021. Owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 007G.

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 21V161000

Make and modelModel years
Genesis G702019, 2020, 2021

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.