Recall 09V-280: 2005–2007 Hyundai Accent, 2005–2007 Hyundai Azera and 3 more

HYUNDAI CARIBBEAN-PUERTO RICO recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Jul 21, 2009, covering about 3,011 vehicles.

NHTSA number
09V-280
Report date
Jul 21, 2009
Vehicles affected
3,011
Owners notified
Sep 2, 2009

The problem

Hyundai is recalling 3,011 model year 2005-2007 elantra, tucson, sonata, azera and accent vehicles. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to fail to illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause the brake lights to remain illuminated when the brake pedal is released. A defective stop lamp switch may also affect the operation of the brake-transmission shift interlock feature so the transmission would not be able to be shift out of the "park" position. It may also cause the electronic stability control (Esc) malfunction light to illuminate, and it may not deactivate the cruise control when the brake pedal is depressed.

The risk

Any of these malfunctions could lead to a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the stop lamp switch free of charge. The recall began on september 2, 2009. Owners may contact hyundai of puerto rico customer service at 1-787-999-4310.

Notes

Hyundai of puerto rico recall no.91b026.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerHYUNDAI CARIBBEAN-PUERTO RICO
ComponentExterior Lighting
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number09V280000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Hyundai Accent2005, 2006, 2007All years
Hyundai Azera2005, 2006, 2007All years
Hyundai Elantra2005, 2006, 2007All years
Hyundai Sonata2005, 2006, 2007All years
Hyundai Tucson2005, 2006, 2007All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 09V-280?

Hyundai is recalling 3,011 model year 2005-2007 elantra, tucson, sonata, azera and accent vehicles. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to fail to illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause the brake lights to remain illuminated when the brake pedal is released. A defective stop lamp switch may also affect the operation of the brake-transmission shift interlock feature so the transmission would not be able to be shift out of the "park" position. It may also cause the electronic stability control (Esc) malfunction light to illuminate, and it may not deactivate the cruise control when the brake pedal is depressed.

How is recall 09V-280 fixed?

Dealers will replace the stop lamp switch free of charge. The recall began on september 2, 2009. Owners may contact hyundai of puerto rico customer service at 1-787-999-4310.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.