Hyundai Recall 20V-061: Service brakes, hydraulic – control unit/module

Affected: 2007–2010 Hyundai Elantra, 2009–2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring, 2007–2008 Hyundai Entourage and 1 more. Filed with NHTSA on February 4, 2020, covering about 476,111 vehicles.

The problem

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2007-2010 Elantra and 2009-2011 Elantra Touring vehicles. On February 21, 2020 Hyundai expanded the recall to include 46,425 model year 2007-2008 Entourage and 2007 Santa Fe vehicles. Moisture may enter the Anti-lock Brake (ABS) Module and result in an electrical short.

The risk

An electrical short within the ABS Module may cause an engine compartment fire, even when the car is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.

The fix

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the vehicle's main junction box to prevent the risk of an ABS short-circuit while the car is turned off, free of charge. The recall began April 2, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 188.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign20V-061 (20V061000)
Manufacturer number188
ManufacturerHyundai Motor America
ComponentService brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
Report dateFebruary 4, 2020
Owners notifiedApril 2, 2020
Vehicles affected476,111
Initiated byNHTSA investigation

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the brakes

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 20V-061 repair free?

Yes. Hyundai dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the vehicle's main junction box to prevent the risk of an ABS short-circuit while the car is turned off, free of charge. The recall began April 2, 2020.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 476,111 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.