HYUNDAI — recall

Automotive · United States · 2024-08-07

Hyundai Sonata vehicles, brake light software issue

Country	United States
Category	Automotive
Published	2024-08-07
Manufacturer	Hyundai Motor America
Models affected	SONATA
Model year	2024
Units affected	38331
Defect	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."_x000D_ Flashing brake lights may cause confusion for other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
Component	EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Remedy	Dealers will update the rear brake light software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 5, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 267.
Recall number	24V583000
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	FMVSS (NHTSA) · Full guide →

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