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2024 Hyundai Sonata Recall: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Vehicle Identity

Vehicle
2024 Hyundai Sonata
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Automotive wiring harness into the engine compartment — representative photo for NHTSA electrical recall
An automotive wiring harness routed into the engine compartment (representative file photo of the affected component). Specific vehicle: see recall details below. Photo: simonov / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 2.0).

Affected Vehicles

2024 Hyundai Sonata

Recall 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."

Consequence

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.

411 Press Analysis

Owners of 2024 Hyundai Sonata vehicles should be aware of a recall reported to NHTSA on August 7, 2024. The recall involves exterior lighting:brake lights. Flashing brake lights may cause confusion for other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash. Hyundai Motor America is providing repairs at no cost to owners. Contact an authorized dealer to schedule service. Check NHTSA.gov/recalls with your vehicle identification number for confirmation.

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