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2006-2011 Hyundai Azera and Hyundai Sonata recall: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip

Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall on January 9, 2018. It covers about 87,854 vehicles.

vehicles affected
87,854
reported
Jan 9, 2018
owners notified
Feb 19, 2018
related complaints
139

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

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 139 complaints about brakes problems.

2008 Hyundai Azera2009 Hyundai Azera2010 Hyundai Azera2011 Hyundai Azera2006 Hyundai Sonata

Questions about recall 18V026000

Is there a recall on the 2006-2011 Hyundai Azera and Hyundai Sonata antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip?

Yes. Recall 18V026000, reported on January 9, 2018, covers about 87,854 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V026000?

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.

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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