Recall 20V061 affects 476,111 2007-2011 Hyundai Santa Fe, Entourage, Elantra, and Elantra Touring vehicles for ABS electrical shorts. Free repair at franchised Hyundai dealers.
Hyundai is recalling 476,111 2007-2011 Santa Fe, Entourage, Elantra, and Elantra Touring vehicles because moisture can enter the ABS module and trigger an electrical short. The short can cause an engine compartment fire even when the car is turned off, and Hyundai dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The anti-lock brake system module on the 2007-2011 Hyundai Santa Fe, Entourage, Elantra, and Elantra Touring helps manage brake pressure during hard stops. It reads wheel-speed information and controls brake hydraulic pressure so the wheels do not lock up. The module also has electrical power available even when the vehicle is parked.
On affected vehicles, moisture can get inside the ABS module's electrical circuit. Hyundai has not identified the exact path that lets moisture in, but the concern is clear: water and powered electrical parts do not belong together. If moisture reaches the circuit, it can create an electrical short while the vehicle is turned off. The repair adds a relay that shuts off power to the ABS module when the ignition is off.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not expect a dashboard light, noise, smell, or change in brake feel before an electrical short starts.
Who's affected?
Covers the Santa Fe, Entourage, Elantra, and Elantra Touring across the 2007-2011 model years, all tied to the hydraulic brake system.
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| 2007 Hyundai Entourage | hydraulic brake system |
| 2007 Hyundai Elantra | hydraulic brake system |
| 2008 Hyundai Elantra | hydraulic brake system |
| 2008 Hyundai Entourage | hydraulic brake system |
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | hydraulic brake system |
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring | hydraulic brake system |
| 2010 Hyundai Elantra | hydraulic brake system |
| 2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring | hydraulic brake system |
| 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 476,111 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
An electrical short within the ABS module can start an engine compartment fire, even when the car is turned off, and increase injury risk. Schedule the recall repair soon so the dealer can install the protective relay in the main junction box. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2007-2011 Hyundai Santa Fe, Entourage, Elantra, or Elantra Touring is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Hyundai dealer to schedule the free ABS relay installation that helps prevent an electrical short in the ABS module.
- Bring the recall notice if Hyundai mailed one. If not, reference recall number 20V061 when you call.
- Ask the dealer whether parts are ready before your appointment and confirm that parts and labor are free.
- Complete the repair before regular use, since an ABS module short can cause an engine compartment fire even when the car is turned off.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Hyundai technician installs a relay in the vehicle's main junction box. That relay is meant to prevent an ABS module short circuit while the vehicle is turned off. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Hyundai's reimbursement plan, submitted May 16, 2018, covers qualifying repairs owners already paid for before the recall notice. Bring repair invoices, receipts, and any related paperwork to the service desk so Hyundai can review the claim under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 4, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 2, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
| April 3, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| April 3, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 3, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V061?
Recall 20V061 covers 476,111 2007-2011 Hyundai Santa Fe, Entourage, Elantra, and Elantra Touring vehicles with an ABS module defect. Moisture can enter the module and cause an electrical short. Hyundai dealers install a relay in the main junction box for free.
What should I do if my 2007-2011 Hyundai Santa Fe, Entourage, Elantra, or Elantra Touring is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 20V061. If it is, contact a franchised Hyundai dealer to schedule the relay installation. Reference Hyundai recall number 188 or NHTSA campaign 20V061 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Hyundai dealers install the relay in the vehicle's main junction box free of charge, including parts and labor, for vehicles included in recall 20V061.
What is the safety risk in recall 20V061?
The safety risk is an engine compartment fire. Moisture inside the ABS module can cause an electrical short, even when the car is turned off, increasing the risk of injury. A Hyundai dealer installs the relay to prevent an ABS short-circuit while the car is off.
What if I bought my Hyundai used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Santa Fe, Entourage, Elantra, or Elantra Touring is included, then call a franchised Hyundai dealer for the free relay installation.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V061000 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai customer service | 1-855-371-9460 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V061 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V061000 |
Source documents
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Download Remedy Instructions (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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