More than 12,000 Hyundai vehicles have been recalled due to a manufacturing defect that could cause a vehicle fire.
This week, the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications issued a recall of 12,543 HYUNDAI Veloster (FS) vehicles from 2011 to 2014.
“Due to a manufacturing defect, brake fluid may leak into the Antilock Brake System (ABS) control module. This could cause an electrical short circuit leading to a vehicle engine compartment fire while parked or driving,” it wrote.
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“A vehicle fire could increase the risk of an accident causing serious injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users, bystanders and/or damage to property.”
The owners of affected vehicles can contact their nearest authorised Hyundai dealer to schedule an appointment to have the multi-fuse replaced, free of charge.
“Affected vehicles should be parked in an open space and away from flammable materials and structures, i.e. not in a garage,” it warned.
A full list of VIN or vehicle identification numbers can be found here.
For more information contact Hyundai Customer Care at 1800 186 306.
