Hyundai Genesis: Service brakes — fluid

Affects Hyundai Genesis · 2009–2012 — about 44K vehicles.

The hazard

If the module corrodes, reduced brake effectiveness may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Hyundai will notify owners and instruct them to bring their vehicle to a dealer for service. Hyundai will inspect the HECU module for proper operation, and will replace the modules as necessary. Hyundai will replace the factory brake fluid in those vehicles that have not previously had the factory brake fluid replaced. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151 or by email at [email protected]. Hyundai's recall number is 114.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational