Recall wrap: 93,000 Hyundai Tucson SUVs recalled

A nationwide recall for almost 100,000 examples of the Hyundai Tucson has been issued, with the popular mid-size SUV suffering from a fault with its anti-lock braking system (ABS) that could potentially spark a fire under the bonnet.

The recall impacts a total of 93,572 Hyundai Tucson vehicles built from 2015 all the way up to current MY21 variants, applying to models sold between November 1, 2014 and November 30, 2020.

Hyundai says that due to a manufacturing fault, an electronic control circuit board in the ABS module could short-circuit when the components are exposed to moisture.

As a result, there’s a risk of an engine compartment fire, even with the vehicle turned off, as the circuit is constantly powered.

According to Hyundai, the fault does not affect the functioning of the brake system.

Hyundai is now urging owners of affected vehicles to park in an open space and away from flammable materials and structures (not in a garage).

In the meantime, the South Korean car-maker will contact owners to organise a free repair, which includes having a relay kit installed on the circuit board.

To find out if your vehicle is affected, click here for a list of recalled VINs.

In other news, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) Australia is calling back 16,305 examples of its Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK) for a second time, after replacement parts to fix a previous recall back in 2015 could now be the cause of a new fault.

Model years affected include 2011-2013 Grand Cherokees (sold between November 1, 2014 and January 31, 2021), with the fault said to be a fuel pump relay that may be susceptible to silicon contamination on the contact points of some vehicles.

Jeep says if the fuel pump relay fails, the engine may not start at all, or could stall during use, increasing the risk of an accident resulting in injury or death to vehicle occupants and/or other road users.

FCA Australia says it will contact affected vehicle owners to arrange free installation of a new fuel pump relay and wiring harness.

Click here to check if your Jeep is affected.

Audi Australia has also recalled several new models including the Audi Q7 and SQ7 SUVs as well as its RS6 performance car over potentially faulty airbags and/or seat belt tensioners.

The recall affects just 19 vehicles, all manufactured between July and September 2020 (and sold as MY21 models).

Audi says a connector may become detached from the crash sensor, which may delay the operation of the side airbag, curtain airbag and/or belt tensioner.

If the deployment of the airbag and/or belt tensioner are delayed in the event of an accident, there’s an increased risk of injury and/or death to vehicle occupants.

Audi will contact affected owners to organise an inspection and repair. Click here to see if yours is affected.