Recall 12V567 affects 4,490 2012 Hyundai Veloster vehicles with manual transmissions for binding parking brake parts. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai dealer.
Hyundai is recalling 4,490 2012 Veloster vehicles with manual transmissions under recall 12V567 because moisture and road grime can make parking brake components bind. A bound parking brake can drag while driving or fail to fully engage when parked, letting the vehicle move unintentionally; the Hyundai dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The parking brake linkage and cable on the 2012 Hyundai Veloster are the mechanical parts that hold the car in place after you set the parking brake. When the handle is pulled, the cable moves the linkage at the rear brakes so the brake holds without using the service brake pedal.
On affected Velosters with manual transmissions, moisture and road grime can collect around those parking brake parts. That contamination can make the linkage or cable bind, which means the parts stop moving freely. A parking brake that binds does not release or apply the way it was designed to, so the dealer needs to inspect and repair the mechanism under the recall.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the parking brake handle feels stiff, does not move normally, or the car feels held back after release, treat that as a sign the system is not moving freely.
Who's affected?
| 2012 Hyundai Veloster | Linkage and cable |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 4,490 |
Not every 2012 Hyundai Veloster is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific hatchback is included.
What's the safety risk?
Binding parking brake components can keep the parking brake from working correctly. The brake can drag while driving or fail to fully hold the vehicle after parking, which increases crash risk if a manual-transmission Veloster moves unintentionally. Set the parking brake carefully, leave the vehicle secured, and schedule service. Repair will be free at any franchised Hyundai dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012 Hyundai Veloster is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Hyundai dealer and ask whether the free rear brake caliper assembly replacement is open for your VIN.
- Schedule the rear brake caliper assembly replacement that fixes the binding parking brake components.
- Bring the recall notice Hyundai mailed starting January 22, 2013. If you do not have it, reference recall number 12V567 when you call.
- Set the parking brake firmly, leave the manual transmission in gear, and avoid parking on steep grades until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Hyundai technician replaces the rear brake caliper assemblies tied to the parking brake concern. Moisture and road grime can bind the parking brake components, so the repair focuses on the rear caliper assemblies that hold those parts in place. The filing says the safety recall began January 22, 2013, but this campaign data does not list the current remedy status. The dealer repair will be free once available for your VIN.
Timeline
| December 7, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 22, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V567?
Recall 12V567 covers 4,490 2012 Hyundai Veloster vehicles with manual transmissions. Moisture and road grime can make the parking brake components bind, which can keep the parking brake from holding the vehicle fully when parked. Hyundai dealers replace the rear brake caliper assemblies for free.
What should I do if my 2012 Hyundai Veloster is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Veloster is included in recall 12V567. If it is, contact a franchised Hyundai dealer and ask for the rear brake caliper assembly replacement. Reference recall number 12V567 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Hyundai's recall remedy says dealers replace the rear brake caliper assemblies free of charge. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the covered safety defect at no cost at a franchised Hyundai dealer.
What is the safety risk from this parking brake recall?
The risk is unintended vehicle movement when the manual-transmission Veloster is parked. If the parking brake components bind, the parking brake can drag while driving or fail to fully engage while parked, increasing crash risk. Confirm your VIN and schedule the free dealer repair.
What if I bought my Hyundai Veloster used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the original owner. If you never received Hyundai's owner notice, check your VIN for recall 12V567 and call a franchised Hyundai dealer with the recall number.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V567000 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai customer service | 1-800-633-5151 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V567 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V567000 |
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 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →