NHTSA Recall 23V651000: Service brakes, hydraulic: control unit/module
Park outside Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,649,478 vehicles. It affects 13 models including the Hyundai Accent.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V651000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 251 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP › CONTROL UNIT/MODULE |
| Report received | September 22, 2023 |
| Owner notification | April 10, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Safety risk
An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
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 23V651000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Accent | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Hyundai Azera | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Hyundai Elantra | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Hyundai Elantra Coupe | 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Hyundai Equus | 2014, 2015 |
| Hyundai Genesis Coupe | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Hyundai Santa FE | 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Hyundai Santa FE Sport | 2013 |
| Hyundai Sonata Hybrid | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Hyundai Tucson | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Hyundai Tucson Fuel Cell | 2015 |
| Hyundai Veloster | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Hyundai Veracruz | 2010, 2011, 2012 |
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.