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Handbrake that seizes because of a rusted guide pulley (Hyundai i30 II, 2013 campaign)

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Engine / equipment
Second-generation Hyundai i30 (GD)
Period mentioned
2012–2013
Symptoms
The handbrake is stiff, does not hold well or does not fully release.
Possible cause described
According to AUTO BILD, in August 2013 Hyundai recalled the i30 GD because the handbrake cable guide pulley could seize with rust. At the roadworthiness test the i30 GD also often fails on lighting and on the service brake and handbrake.
Check for the garage
Check by VIN with Hyundai whether the 2013 campaign has been done. Have the garage check the handbrake pulley and cable and how well it holds before the roadworthiness test.
Cost cited in the source
Free under the recall.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

Sources from the original database

AUTO BILD: Hyundai i30 (GD) used buying guide

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How much does it cost to repair this fault?

Free under the recall.

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How is it checked?

Check by VIN with Hyundai whether the 2013 campaign has been done. Have the garage check the handbrake pulley and cable and how well it holds before the roadworthiness test.

What are the symptoms?

The handbrake is stiff, does not hold well or does not fully release.

Which cars and years does it affect?
Brands
Hyundai
Engine / equipment
Second-generation Hyundai i30 (GD)
Period mentioned
2012–2013

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