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NHTSARecalled Feb 28, 2023 · #23V132000

Parking Sensor May Short Circuit and Cause Fire

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Veloster vehicles. High conductive liquid may leak into the Reverse Park Aid Sensor (RPAS), which can result in an electrical short circuit. An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

Product details

Product
  • Parking Sensor May Short Circuit and Cause Fire
  • 2012-2014 Veloster
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Dealers will inspect and replace the RPAS fuse and sensor, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 28, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 242.

View the official CPSC notice