2012–2014 Hyundai Veloster: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 23V132000 · 26K units potentially affected · filed Feb 28, 2023
What's wrong
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Veloster vehicles. High conductive liquid may leak into the Reverse Park Aid Sensor (RPAS), which can result in an electrical short circuit.
Why it matters
An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the RPAS fuse and sensor, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 28, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 242.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V132000
- Manufacturer no.
- 242
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Units affected
- 25,715
- Report received
- Feb 28, 2023
- Owner letters
- Jul 28, 2023
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Hyundai Veloster 2012, 2013, 2014