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Sonata Brake Lights May Flash Incorrectly
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Brake lights that don't work properly can confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.
Key facts
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V583000 |
|---|---|
| Reported to NHTSA | Aug 7, 2024 |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Part affected | Exterior Lighting:brake Lights |
| Vehicles covered | 1 model/year combination, model years 2024 |
| Do-not-drive advisory | No |
| Park-outside advisory | No |
| Repair | Free at any franchised dealer; this one can be delivered as an over-the-air software update |
What's wrong, in plain English
On certain Sonata vehicles, a software issue may cause the brake lights to flash and not illuminate properly. Brake lights that don't work correctly can confuse other drivers on the road, which increases the risk of a crash.
What you should do
2. Contact a Hyundai dealer to have the software updated; you can also call Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.
3. The repair is free; Hyundai may also release this update over the air.
Where do I find my VIN, and what do I tell the dealer?
Your VIN is the 17-character code on the lower left of the windshield, on your registration and usually on your insurance card. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether this recall is still open on your car. When you call the dealer, say you have an open safety recall and give them NHTSA campaign number 24V583000. More in how recalls work.
Affected vehicles (1)
Who to contact
Hyundai — official Hyundai recall lookup
Customer service: 1-855-371-9460
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Official notice
- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
- Summary
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Hyundai Sonata vehicles. The software for the brake lights may cause the brake lights to flash and not illuminate properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Safety risk
- Flashing brake lights may cause confusion for other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the rear brake light software, free of charge. Additionally, Hyundai will release the software update over-the-air (OTA). Owner notification letters were mailed September 12, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 267. (over-the-air software update)
Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.