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NHTSA Recall 23V132000: Electrical system

Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 25,715 vehicles. It affects 2012–2014 Hyundai Veloster.

25,715
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2023
owners notified (July 28)
NHTSA campaign23V132000
Manufacturer campaign242
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Report receivedFebruary 28, 2023
Owner notificationJuly 28, 2023
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Veloster vehicles. High conductive liquid may leak into the Reverse Park Aid Sensor (RPAS), which can result in an electrical short circuit.

Safety risk

An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the RPAS fuse and sensor, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 28, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 242.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 23V132000

Make and modelModel years
Hyundai Veloster2012, 2013, 2014

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.