Recall 24V-583
Hyundai Motor America recalled the 2024 Hyundai Sonata: Exterior lighting (brake lights).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 24V-583
- Reported
- August 7, 2024
- Vehicles affected
- 38,331 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is 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."
The risk
Flashing brake lights may cause confusion for other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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-[removed]. Hyundai's number for this recall is 267.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Hyundai Sonata 2024