The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·20V520000·Announced 2020-08-27

Hyundai Recalls Santa Fe Sport Vehicles Due to Brake Fluid Leak Risk

Hyundai is recalling 2013-2015 Santa Fe Sport vehicles because brake fluid may leak inside the ABS module, creating a risk of engine compartment fire.

NHTSA safety advisory

Park this vehicle outside

NHTSA advises parking it away from buildings and other vehicles until the repair is done — the risk exists even when the vehicle is switched off.

This is the agency’s own advisory, not our assessment. Contact the manufacturer or a dealer, and see the official NHTSA notice for the current guidance.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (brake system) that poses a significant risk of property damage and injury due to the potential for an engine compartment fire.

Plain-English summary

Hyundai Motor America is recalling certain 2013-2015 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where brake fluid may leak inside the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module, which can result in an electrical short.

If the ABS module short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire. The recall began on December 22, 2020, and has since been superseded by NHTSA Recall 21V-303, under which all affected vehicles will now be repaired.

Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect the ABS module and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORT
Brand
HYUNDAI
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Category
Vehicle — SUV
Hazard
Affected units
151,205

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • SANTA FE SPORT

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Related recalls

Same brand · HYUNDAI

Same manufacturer · Hyundai Motor America

See all →

Same hazard · fire

See all →

Similar recalls