NHTSA recall 15V-759 (15V759000)
exterior lighting recall reported November 16, 2015 - about 304,900 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 15V759000
- Also written as
- 15V-759
- Manufacturer number
- 136
- Reported
- November 16, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- ~304,900
- Component
- exterior lighting
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
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.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 15V-759 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.