Overloaded ABS module that can short-circuit and cause a fire risk (Hyundai Tucson III diesel, 2021 recall)

Engine / equipment

Hyundai Tucson III diesel (2015–2020)

Period mentioned

Recall of June 2021

Symptoms

The ADAC does not describe earlier symptoms: the risk is a short circuit from overload in the ABS module that can end in a fire.

Possible cause described

According to the ADAC, there is a fire risk from a short circuit due to overloaded ABS modules. The fix is to replace the ABS module fuse and update the ESP control unit software. In Germany it covered 78,542 cars.

Check for the garage

Ask Hyundai by VIN whether it was done. Until you have confirmed it, if you smell burning near the engine bay or the ABS warning light comes on, stop the car and take it to a garage.

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