Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/moduleRecall 21V-161 · 2019–2021 Genesis G70

Hyundai Motor America recall 21V-161 covers 552 2019–2021 Genesis G70 for a antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module problem, reported to NHTSA on March 10, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q2) shows 79% of affected vehicles repaired.

Park outside and away from structures until repaired

79%
Vehicles repaired436 of 552 · 2023 Q2
Vehicles affected5521 model
ReportedMar 10, 2021Owners notified Jul 6, 2021
Complaints since1Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 21V161000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Genesis G70 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and short circuit.

The risk

An electrical short circuit inside the ABS module could cause an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

What to do

The fix

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2021. Owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 007G.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

79%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 10 vehicles were listed as unreachable.

0%50%100%2021 Q32023 Q2
1 model

Vehicles in this recall