Mechanic Notes

2015 Hyundai Sonata Caliper recall 14V368000

Safety recall

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Foundation Components: Disc: Caliper · Campaign 14V368000 · Reported 24/06/2014

Symptoms / what can happen

If a brake caliper fractures, brake effectiveness would be reduced, lengthening to distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Cause

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015 Sonata vehicles manufactured April 25, 2014, through June 16, 2014. Due to a manufacturing error, one or both of the front brake calipers may fracture.

The fix, in plain English

Safety recall work is done free by a franchised dealer. Official remedy: Hyundai contacted the affected owners on June 19, 2014 and instructed them not to drive their vehicles. Hyundai dealers will replace the affected brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began on September 12, 2014. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 120.

NHTSA: do not drive.

Difficulty

Not DIY: recall remedies are performed by a franchised dealer.

Cost

Free to the owner at a dealer while the recall applies. Outside the recall, costs vary; get a written quote.

Typical parts (search links, no affiliate codes)

AutoZone · O'Reilly · Advance · RockAuto

Sources

Page last updated .

Placeholder — nothing is sent.