My 2007 Hyundai Azera is subject to the federal safety agency Recall 18V026 (Hyundai Safety Recall Campaign 172) for water intrusion into the ABS control module causing electrical short circuits and fire risk. The recall remedy — installation of a relay to cut power to the ABS module when the ignition is off — was completed on my vehicle. Despite the completed remedy, the ABS module shorted and failed. At the diagnosing dealer (Hyundai of Ogden, Ogden, UT), technicians found a blown 20A ABS fuse and no communication with the module; when a replacement fuse was installed, the ABS module immediately began smoking. The technician documented water intrusion into the module as the cause — the same failure mode the recall addressed — and noted no outside cause. This occurred with the vehicle powered, a condition the relay remedy does not mitigate. Hyundai Motor America initially approved a 100% goodwill replacement of the module (dealer estimate $5,531.29) but later declined because the part is discontinued and cannot be sourced. The vehicle currently has no functioning ABS. I am filing because the recall remedy did not prevent the recalled defect from recurring: the water intrusion and short-circuit failure occurred on a vehicle that received the remedy. The relay only addresses key-off fire risk; it does not prevent module failure or the associated risk while the vehicle is powered. No injuries occurred.
2007 Hyundai Azera: ABS light or ABS activating
8 of the 132 complaints about the 2007 Hyundai Azera describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 8
- of this car's complaints
- 6%
- typical mileage
- 140,000
- recalls
- 1
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
abs module failed affecting braking and electricals'. battery was drained. car was unsafe to drive
Tl* the contact's wife owns a 2007 hyundai azera. The contact stated that he experienced intermittent softness while depressing the brake pedal. The ABS warning light was illuminated. Upon investigation, the contact linked the failure to the federal safety agency campaign number: 18v026000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the VIN was not included. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
I had the recall 172 performed at the hyundai dealership on 07/03/2020, and 2 weeks later my ABS module failed anyway due to brake fluid leak inside the ABS module and had to be replaced. I contacted hyundai for reimbursement and was denied. Out of pocket $500. Was also told repair would be $4000, but was then changed to $300.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 hyundai azera. The contact stated that while driving 15-20 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and traveled to the floorboard causing the braking distance to be extended. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the ABS module failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure recurred. The vehicle then was taken to noller hyundai (2920 s. Kansas avenue, topeka, ks 66611) where it was diagnosed for the 2nd time and determined that the ABS module failed and needed to be replaced. The repair was still pending. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 18v026000 (service brakes, hydraulic) as a possible solution to the failure however, the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
Brakes were loose took to shop told it was master cylinder, went through three master cylinders then the ABS, brake warning lights came on the dash panel, lost cruise control. Took to dealer and they said not covered by any recall. It is a question whether the brakes will stop the car in time since we need to go almost to the floor to stop. Dealer said $4,000+ to get it fixed, and it is okay to drive as it is. Who is responsible if a life is lost or property damage occurs? Shouldn't a part as significant as the ABS module be warranted or relaced?
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 hyundai azera. The contact stated that the ESC and ABS warning lights illuminated. There the contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v122000 (service brakes, hydraulic) but was advised by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 51,000.
Immediately after having the dashboard cover replaced due to defect in cover, the ESC/ABS system began engaging at approx 28 MPH on right hand curves. System was trying to apply brake to one of the rear wheels. Pavement was warm and dry and the car was not in a skid situation. Dealer and hyundai corporate engineers have tried to find cause and correct but have not been able to succesfully fix the problem. This has been ongoing for about a year now. I have concerns that the ESC/ABS system(s) may not function properly when needed in slippery-road conditions.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2006-2011 Hyundai Azera and 2006 Hyundai Sonata vehicles. Water may enter the Anti-lock Brake (ABS) Module and result in an electrical short .
- Risk
- An electrical short within the ABS Module may cause an engine compartment fire, even when the car is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.
- Remedy
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the vehicle's main junction box to prevent the risk of an ABS short-circuit while the car is turned off, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2018. Owners may call Hyundai at 1‑800‑633‑5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 172.
Recall number 18V026000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2007 Hyundai Azera abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 2007 Hyundai Azera?
8 of 132 owner complaints about the 2007 Hyundai Azera (6%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 2006.
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