The problem
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 control unit (ECU) to activate the ABS, extending the stopping distance.
The risk
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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 04V-131 (04V131000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 065 |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Component | Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module |
| Report date | March 16, 2004 |
| Owners notified | March 24, 2004 |
| Vehicles affected | 17,401 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the brakes
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 04V-131 repair free?
Yes. Hyundai dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will reprogram the ABS ECU. Owner notification began on March 24, 2004. Owners should contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 17,401 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.