HYUNDAI SONATA 2012: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 15V759000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| HYUNDAI | SONATA | 2012 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2016-01-06 | 2015-11-16 | 2015-11-16 |
Production Dates: 2009-12-11 - 2011-06-30
Manufacturers Involved: Hyundai Motor America
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 136
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 304900
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Hyundai Motor America "Hyundai" is recalling certain model 2011-2012 Sonata vehicles. The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released.
If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to rearward following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted, then the transmission can be shifted out of PARK without depressing the brake pedal. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad with an improved part, free of charge. The recall began on January 6, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 136.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
