I was sent a Recall Notice back in October/November 2023 regarding the ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) Module. This is a very serious fire hazard. I called the dealership today and they reported that the remedy is still not available. This is unreasonably negligent. It has been 5/6 months. The starter and sensor wire harness are now damaged and need to be replaced. The dealership also does not keep the harness part in stock.
2013 Hyundai Azera: ABS light or ABS activating
5 of the 112 complaints about the 2013 Hyundai Azera describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 2 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
On 3/4/24 my break light came on approx 9:15pm . I drove the car about 10 min home and pulled in the driveway at 9:30 PM. My husband assessed brake fluid, to find it needed and brake fluid. He added break fluid and told me to take the car to get it checked in the am. The car was making a continuous humming noise. @ 4:55 AM on 3/5/24 we awoke to the tires exploding & the car fully engulfed in flames. Fire department had to put out fire. Then we remember the ABS BREAK recall from Hyundai was no remedy.
Hyundai recall #251 was originally issued in late September of 2023. It is now almost 6 months since issuance and remedy has yet been transmitted to Hyundai dealer repair facility. It is very well accepted that the remedy will be to replace the ABS fuse, a fairly easy fix, but still no official letter or notice from Hyundai. Six months during winter months to keep car outside for safety is dangerous and unsafe in itself. Personal note - I love my Azera, but will definitely not buy another Hyundai because of their unacceptable delay in this recall repair.
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he heard an abnormal buzzing sound coming from the engine compartment. Upon turning off the vehicle, the contact observed that the buzzing sound continued, prompting him to disconnect the battery, after which the sound ceased. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the ABS. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); for which the VIN was included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 86,000.
After my ABS system was activated after sliding straight on snow and ice on a side road (my speed was less than 15 MPH prior to braking), I heard a grinding noise. Shortly afterward, I could smell burnt rubber. I investigated my front right tire and noticed that a huge groove was scraped into the sidewall of the tire (on the back side of the wheel). The vehicle had to be towed to the dealership and they confirmed that the coil spring had broken in two places and was tearing into the back side of my tire. It almost tore all the way through the sidewall of the tire. If I had kept driving it unaware of the danger, it would have cut my tire in half and cause me to lose control of my vehicle and I do a lot of interstate driving.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
- What is wrong
- 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.
- 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.
Recall number 23V651000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2013 Hyundai Azera abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 2013 Hyundai Azera?
5 of 112 owner complaints about the 2013 Hyundai Azera (4%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 2006.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2013 Hyundai Azera?
There is 1 recall and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2013 Hyundai Azera
Airbag light 13Steering noise 9Harsh shifting 8Engine failure 6Knocking 6Fire or smoke 6Overheating 5
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