Recall 04V-131: 2003–2004 Hyundai Santa Fe

HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Mar 16, 2004, covering about 17,401 vehicles.

NHTSA number
04V-131
Report date
Mar 16, 2004
Vehicles affected
17,401
Owners notified
Mar 24, 2004

The problem

On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 3.5 liter V-6 engines, 4-wheel drive and antilock braking systems (Abs), if the brake pedal is depressed at speeds between 3 and 12 MPH when the brake pad friction surfaces are wet, a vibration may occur between the brake discs and pads causing ABS sensor electronic signal noise to develop. At speeds below 5 MPH, the ABS sensor signal noise may cause the ABS electronic control unit (Ecu) to activate the ABS, extending the stopping distance.

The risk

If an extended stopping distance occurs, it could result in a crash.

The fix

Dealers will reprogram the ABS ECU. Owner notification began on march 24, 2004. Owners should contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

Notes

Hyundai recall no. 065. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerHYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number04V131000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Hyundai Santa Fe2003, 2004All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 04V-131?

On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 3.5 liter V-6 engines, 4-wheel drive and antilock braking systems (Abs), if the brake pedal is depressed at speeds between 3 and 12 MPH when the brake pad friction surfaces are wet, a vibration may occur between the brake discs and pads causing ABS sensor electronic signal noise to develop. At speeds below 5 MPH, the ABS sensor signal noise may cause the ABS electronic control unit (Ecu) to activate the ABS, extending the stopping distance.

How is recall 04V-131 fixed?

Dealers will reprogram the ABS ECU. Owner notification began on march 24, 2004. Owners should contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.