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Hyundai - Parking brake may not release fully
Official notice
16 Apr 2013
Last checked
16 Apr 2013
An official DVSA notice concerns Hyundai - Parking brake may not release fully. Parking brake may not release fully Published 2013-04-16.
What to do now
The parking brake mechanism must be inspected if it is free of corrosion a new seal must be fitted and then the cable lever kit must be replaced. If corrosion is visible both rear brake calipers must be replaced.
Units affected
2,632
Recall number
R-2013-021
Official notice
2013-04-16
The hazard
The hazard
Parking brake may not release fully
How to check if you're affected
How to check if you're affected
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Company & contacts
Company & contacts
Brand: Hyundai. Contact: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA).
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Documents, notices & source
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