2003-2004 Hyundai Santa Fe recall: control unit/module

Hyundai Motor Company reported this safety recall on March 16, 2004. It covers about 17,401 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 17,401
reported: Mar 16, 2004
owners notified: Mar 24, 2004
related complaints: 86

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module

What is wrong: On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 3.5 liter v-6 engines, 4-wheel drive and antilock braking systems (ABS), if the brake pedal is depressed at speeds between 3 and 12 MPH when the brake pad friction surfaces are wet, a vibration may occur between the brake discs and pads causing ABS sensor electronic signal noise to develop. At speeds below 5 MPH, the ABS sensor signal noise may cause the ABS electronic control unit (ecu) to activate the ABS, extending the stopping distance.
Risk: If an extended stopping distance occurs, it could result in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the ABS ecu. Owner notification began on march 24, 2004. Owners should contact hyundai at 1‑800‑633‑5151.

Recall number 04V131000

Affected vehicles

Hyundai Santa Fe 2003-2004 2003 2004

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 86 complaints about brakes problems.

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Questions about recall 04V131000

Is there a recall on the 2003-2004 Hyundai Santa Fe control unit/module?

Yes. Recall 04V131000, reported on March 16, 2004, covers about 17,401 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V131000?

Dealers will reprogram the ABS ecu. Owner notification began on march 24, 2004. Owners should contact hyundai at 1‑800‑633‑5151.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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