recall information
Recall number
REC-001597
PRA number
2021/18936
Campaign number
11D072
Original published date
make and model information
Make
GENESIS
Model
G80
Affected units
124
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing error, an electronic control circuit board in the Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) module may short circuit when the components are exposed to moisture.
What are the hazards?
There is a risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is turned off, as the circuit is constantly powered. This could increase the risk of an accident, serious injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders, and/or damage to property.
The short circuit does not affect the functioning of the brake system.
The short circuit does not affect the functioning of the brake system.
What should consumers do?
Affected vehicles should be parked in an open space and away from flammable materials and structures, i.e. not in a garage.
Owners will be contacted by Genesis Motors Australia and asked to contact an authorised Genesis valet dealer to arrange a suitable time to have the vehicle repaired, free of charge.
For further information, consumers can contact Genesis Motors Australia Customer Care Centre
on 1800 908 070.
Owners will be contacted by Genesis Motors Australia and asked to contact an authorised Genesis valet dealer to arrange a suitable time to have the vehicle repaired, free of charge.
For further information, consumers can contact Genesis Motors Australia Customer Care Centre
on 1800 908 070.
Supplier details
Hyundai Motor Company
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
