Hyundai Veloster FS Recall R/2013/021: Parking Brake May Not Release Fully, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 16 Apr 2013
- Launched
- 2,632
- vehicles in the UK
- 21C035
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Hyundai recalled Veloster FS vehicles built between 4 April 2011 and 28 February 2012. On Some VELOSTER (FS) vehicles fitted with a manual transaxle after applying the parking brake it may not fully release after releasing it. The dealer will inspect the parking brake mechanism if it is free of corrosion a new seal must be fitted and then the cable lever kit must be replaced. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
On Some VELOSTER (FS) vehicles fitted with a manual transaxle after applying the parking brake it may not fully release after releasing it. This is due to corrosion where water is entering into rear caliper.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: PARKING BRAKE MAY NOT RELEASE FULLY Defect: On Some VELOSTER (FS) vehicles fitted with a manual transaxle after applying the parking brake it may not fully release after releasing it. This is due to corrosion where water is entering into rear caliper. Remedy: 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.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: parking brake may not release fully.
The Fix
The dealer will inspect the parking brake mechanism if it is free of corrosion a new seal must be fitted and then the cable lever kit must be replaced.
Are You Affected?
Veloster FS built between 4 April 2011 and 28 February 2012 may be included. Hyundai estimates 2,632 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Hyundai, because not every car in the date range may be included.
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Hyundai.
- Book with any franchised Hyundai dealer, quoting the campaign code 21C035 or the DVSA reference R/2013/021. See how to get a Hyundai recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veloster FSPremature ignition of air/fuel mixture in the engine cylinder | Low | R/2019/267 | |
| Veloster FSSunroof glass may shatter | Low | R/2013/022 | |
| Tucson NX4EThe subject vehicles may experience a loss of brake assistance and brake performance may e reduced. The foot brake will still operate but in a manner of a vehicle without a functioning brake booster (less assistance) | Urgent | R/2024/489 | |
| I40, IX35 EL, IX35 Fuel Cell, Santa FE and 2 moreA potential safety defect has been identified which could occur within the ABS control unit. The ABS control unit within the affected VIN range could experience an electrical short circuit | Urgent | R/2024/309 | |
| I30PDE, Tucson TLESubject vehicles may experience a loss of brake assistance and brake performance may be reduced | Urgent | R/2023/157 |
This is one of 102 Hyundai recalls in DVSA’s data. The Hyundai recall launched before it was R/2013/020 on 16 Apr 2013, for parking brake may not release fully. The one launched after it was R/2013/022 on 16 Apr 2013, for sunroof glass may shatter. You can also see every Hyundai recall, all recalls launched in 2013 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2013/021, launched 16 April 2013. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.