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Hyundai — i30

Model series FD.

Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Injuries
Category
Motor vehicles

Hazard: The vehicles might experience an electrical short circuit on the ABS/ESC module, which can disable these systems. This will impair the vehicle's braking performance, increasing the risk of an accident.

Origin
Republic of Korea

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Importer) Recall of the product from end users
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117 days in total
May 17, 2026 September 11, 2026
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What is this? Some Hyundai i30 cars may have a problem with the ABS/ESC module. This part helps the car stop safely.

What's happening? The module might have a short circuit. This can turn off the ABS and ESC. Then the car may not stop well.

Does this affect me? If you own or drive an i30 in certain countries, this could be a problem for you.

What should I do? Take your car to a Hyundai dealer right away. Ask your mechanic about this issue.

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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The vehicles might experience an electrical short circuit on the ABS/ESC module, which can disable these systems. This will impair the vehicle's braking performance, increasing the risk of an accident. · Origin: Republic of Korea

First published
June 5, 2020
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10001344

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What is this product recall alert about?
Hyundai — i30. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The vehicles might experience an electrical short circuit on the ABS/ESC module, which can disable these systems. This will impair the vehicle's braking performance, increasing the risk of an accident...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on June 5, 2020 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to the following countries: Portugal, Bulgaria, Germany, Denmark, Finland, France, Greece, Croatia, Ireland, Luxembourg, Poland, Romania, Sweden, and Slovenia.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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