NHTSA recall 04V131000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Hyundai Motor America
Details
What's wrong: On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 3.5 liter v-6 engines, 4-wheel drive and antilock braking systems (ABS), if the brake pedal is depressed at speeds between 3 and 12 mph when the brake pad friction surfaces are wet, a vibration may occur between the brake discs and pads causing ABS sensor electronic signal noise to develop. At speeds below 5 mph, the ABS sensor signal noise may cause the ABS electronic…
Why it matters: If an extended stopping distance occurs, it could result in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will reprogram the ABS ECU. Owner notification began on March 24, 2004. Owners should contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
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All model years NHTSA lists
2003 Hyundai Santa Fe, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 04V131000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.