Recall 10V613 affects 1,785 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles for improperly machined rear brake calipers. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai dealer.
Hyundai is recalling 1,785 2011 Santa Fe vehicles because some rear brake calipers were not properly machined. Brake fluid can leak, the low-fluid light can come on, and the pedal can feel soft or spongy before braking power drops and crash risk rises; the Hyundai dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The rear brake caliper on the 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is the metal brake part that holds the brake pads at the rear wheels. When you press the brake pedal, hydraulic pressure moves the caliper so the pads clamp against the brake rotor. That clamping action slows the wheel and depends on the caliper being cut and shaped to the right dimensions.
On affected Santa Fe SUVs, some rear brake calipers were not properly machined during manufacturing. Machining is the factory process that makes the metal surfaces fit and move as designed. If those surfaces are not shaped correctly, the caliper does not perform its braking job the way Hyundai intended.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on a dashboard light, noise, or change in pedal feel to tell you whether this recall applies to your Santa Fe.
Who's affected?
| 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1,785 |
Not every 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Brake-fluid leakage can turn on the malfunction indicator for low brake fluid. A soft or spongy pedal can follow, with reduced braking power that increases crash risk if the vehicle is not serviced. If the warning light appears or the pedal feels soft, stop driving and call a Hyundai dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Hyundai dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Hyundai dealer to ask about the free rear-caliper inspection and replacement that addresses brake-fluid leakage and reduced braking power.
- Bring the recall notice if Hyundai mailed one. If not, reference recall number 10V613 when you call.
- Watch for a low-brake-fluid warning light or a soft brake pedal, and avoid driving until a dealer checks the brake system.
- Call Hyundai Roadside Assistance at 1-800-243-7766 with questions about getting the vehicle to the dealer.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Hyundai technician inspects the rear brake calipers and replaces any caliper that was not machined properly. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. The technician checks the caliper hardware tied to rear braking, then replaces the affected caliper instead of trying to adjust or reuse a defective part. Hyundai Roadside Assistance is listed in the remedy for owners who need help coordinating the vehicle move.
Timeline
| December 9, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 17, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V613?
Recall 10V613 covers 1,785 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles with rear brake calipers that were not properly machined. Brake fluid can leak, followed by a low brake fluid warning light and a soft or spongy brake pedal. Hyundai dealers inspect the rear calipers and replace affected calipers for free.
What should I do if my 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Santa Fe is included in recall 10V613. If it is, contact a franchised Hyundai dealer to schedule the rear brake caliper inspection. Reference recall number 10V613 when you call. The inspection and needed replacement are free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Hyundai dealers inspect the rear brake calipers and replace them if needed free of charge under recall 10V613.
What warning signs should I watch for?
Watch for a low brake fluid warning light and a soft or spongy brake pedal. Those signs point to brake fluid loss from the rear brake caliper issue. Reduced braking power increases crash risk, so contact a franchised Hyundai dealer if your VIN is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V613000 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai customer service | 1-800-243-7766 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V613 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V613000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →