Hyundai Tucson Recall R/2021/035: The Abs/esc Control Unit May Short Circuit, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 8 Mar 2021
- Launched
- 117,438
- vehicles in the UK
- 11DC03
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Hyundai recalled Tucson vehicles built between 13 April 2015 and 30 November 2020. The ABS/ESC control unit may short circuit. The recall notice describes the fix as: aBS/ESC control unit wiring to be reworked together with amended amp fuses. Depending on specification the control unit software may also be updated. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The ABS/ESC control unit may short circuit.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: THE ABS/ESC CONTROL UNIT MAY SHORT CIRCUIT Defect: The ABS/ESC control unit may short circuit. Remedy: ABS/ESC control unit wiring to be reworked together with amended amp fuses. Depending on specification the control unit software may also be updated.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: the abs/esc control unit may short circuit.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: aBS/ESC control unit wiring to be reworked together with amended amp fuses. Depending on specification the control unit software may also be updated. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Tucson built between 13 April 2015 and 30 November 2020 may be included. Hyundai estimates 117,438 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.
Which Car Is It?
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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 11DC03 or the DVSA reference R/2021/035. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TucsonSome vehicles may have an instrument cluster operational concern whilst driving the vehicle | Low | R/2026/147 | |
| TucsonThe side curtain airbag could potentially be assembled in a twisted condition | Urgent | R/2021/220 | |
| I20, Kona, Santa FE, TucsonIn the event of ecall trigger the VIN number information may not be sent | Book soon | R/2021/014 | |
| TucsonSecondary bonnet catch may not function correctly | Book soon | R/2016/130 | |
| Accent, Santa FE, TucsonBrake lights may malfunction | Book soon | R/2013/056 |
This is one of 102 Hyundai recalls in DVSA’s data. The Hyundai recall launched before it was R/2021/014 on 22 Feb 2021, for in the event of ecall trigger the VIN number information may not be sent. The one launched after it was R/2021/087 on 23 Apr 2021, for potential electrical short in the lithium-ion battery. You can also see every Hyundai recall, all recalls launched in 2021 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2021/035, launched 8 March 2021. 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.