NHTSA Recall # | 179759 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 20V543000 |
MFG Compaign # | 195 |
Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
Supplier | HYUNDAI |
Brand | HYUNDAI |
Model | TUCSON |
Model Year | 2016 |
Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION C |
Date of notification | 02/11/20 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 09/12/24 |
End date of manufacturing | 09/12/24 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | ODI |
Report received | 04/09/20 |
Report created | 08/09/20 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 652024 |
Defect summary | Hyundai motor america (hyundai) recalled certain 2019-2021 tucson vehicles on september 4, 2020. On december 30, 2020, hyundai expanded the recall population, and added certain 2016-2018 tucson vehicles. The anti-lock brake hydraulic electronic control unit (hecu) could corrode internally and cause an electrical short, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire. |
Consequence summary | An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash. |
Corrective action | Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hecu fuse. For 2019-2021 model years, the electronic stability control (esc) software will also be updated. Recall repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began november 2, 2020. Owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 195. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |