Recall 23V132 affects 25,715 2012-2014 Hyundai Veloster vehicles for RPAS sensor liquid intrusion and fire risk. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai dealer.
Hyundai is recalling 25,715 2012-2014 Veloster vehicles because conductive liquid can leak into the Reverse Park Aid Sensor and cause an electrical short circuit. The short circuit increases the risk of a fire, and Hyundai dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear park assist sensor on the 2012-2014 Hyundai Veloster is part of the electrical system that helps detect objects behind the vehicle while backing up. The sensor uses an internal printed circuit board to process the signal and support the rear parking assist alert. That circuit board needs to stay sealed and insulated from liquid contamination.
On affected Velosters, the sealing inside the sensor assembly is not strong enough. Conductive liquid can get into the sensor and reach the printed circuit board. Once that happens, the circuit can short, which can disable the rear park assist system and create a fire risk in the sensor circuit.
Owners can notice rear park assist that no longer works. Another warning sign is a transmission shifter stuck in PARK.
Who's affected?
The same rear park assist sensor parts are listed across the 2012, 2013, and 2014 model years.
| 2013 Hyundai Veloster | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2012 Hyundai Veloster | electrical system |
| 2014 Hyundai Veloster | electrical system |
| Units affected | 25,715 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific hatchback is included.
What's the safety risk?
An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire. If the rear park assist stops working or the transmission shifter stays stuck in PARK, treat that as a warning sign and arrange service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2014 Hyundai Veloster is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Hyundai dealer to schedule the free RPAS fuse and sensor inspection that addresses the electrical short circuit risk.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it. If not, reference recall number 23V132 when you call.
- Call Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 with questions about the recall or dealer appointment.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Hyundai technician inspects the Reverse Park Aid Sensor fuse and sensor, then replaces the RPAS fuse and sensor as needed. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. Hyundai's reimbursement plan covers documented out-of-pocket expenses paid to fix the recall condition before the recall repair. Bring invoices or service paperwork to the Hyundai service desk, or contact Hyundai customer service, so the expense can be reviewed under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 28, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 29, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| April 29, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 29, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| July 28, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V132?
Recall 23V132 covers 25,715 2012-2014 Hyundai Veloster vehicles where conductive liquid can leak into the Reverse Park Aid Sensor and cause an electrical short circuit, increasing fire risk. Hyundai dealers will inspect and replace the RPAS fuse and sensor when needed for free.
What should I do if my 2012-2014 Hyundai Veloster is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Veloster is included in recall 23V132. If it is, contact a franchised Hyundai dealer to schedule the RPAS fuse and sensor inspection. Reference recall number 23V132 or Hyundai recall 242 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Hyundai will inspect and replace the RPAS fuse and sensor when needed free of charge at a franchised Hyundai dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 23V132?
The safety risk is fire. Hyundai reported that conductive liquid can leak into the Reverse Park Aid Sensor and create an electrical short circuit. The dealer repair addresses that risk by inspecting the RPAS fuse and sensor and replacing parts when needed.
What if I bought my Hyundai Veloster used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If you never received Hyundai's July 28, 2023 owner letter, check your VIN and give the dealer recall number 23V132 or Hyundai recall 242.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V132000 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai customer service | 1-855-371-9460 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V132 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V132000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →