recall information
Recall number
REC-005532
Campaign number
21D023
Original published date
make and model information
Make
HYUNDAI
Model
Santa Fe (DM) and ix35 2014~2015MY
Year range
2014 - 2017
Affected units
21,943
Variant applicability
All variants within this model
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Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing defect, the circuit board in the Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) module may short circuit when the components are exposed to moisture. This could result in a vehicle fire even when the vehicle is turned off.
Note: The short circuit does not affect the functioning of the brake system.
Note: The short circuit does not affect the functioning of the brake system.
What are the hazards?
A vehicle fire may increase the risk of serious injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders, and/or damage to property.
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.
If your vehicle displays an engine warning light, please stop driving and contact your local Hyundai dealer.
Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Hyundai Motor Company Australia in writing, requesting to make an appointment with their preferred authorised Hyundai dealership to have the component inspected and rectified, free of charge.
If your vehicle displays an engine warning light, please stop driving and contact your local Hyundai dealer.
Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Hyundai Motor Company Australia in writing, requesting to make an appointment with their preferred authorised Hyundai dealership to have the component inspected and rectified, free of charge.
Supplier details
Hyundai Motor Company Pty Ltd
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Hyundai Customer Experience Team
Contact phone
1800 186 306
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
