NHTSA Campaign 24V583000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Issued by Hyundai Motor America · Reported Aug 7, 2024 · 38,331 vehicles affected

What's wrong

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.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
HYUNDAI SONATA 2024 38,331

Source: NHTSA Campaign 24V583000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.