Recall 21V-749: 2015–2017 Hyundai Sonata, 2016–2017 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid and 1 more

Hyundai Motor America recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Sep 24, 2021, covering about 469,377 vehicles.

NHTSA number
21V-749
Report date
Sep 24, 2021
Vehicles affected
469,377
Owners notified
Nov 19, 2021

The problem

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Sonata, 2016-2017 Sonata Hybrid, and Sonata Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The Smart Junction Box (SJB) software logic may not properly interpret the signals received from the multifunction switch, which could cause the turn signal to activate in the opposite direction of what the driver intended.

The risk

A turn signal that activates in the opposite direction of what was intended by the driver increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the SJB software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 210.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerHyundai Motor America
ComponentElectrical System › Software
Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number21V749000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Hyundai Sonata2015, 2016, 2017All years
Hyundai Sonata Hybrid2016, 2017All years
Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid2016, 2017All 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 21V-749?

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Sonata, 2016-2017 Sonata Hybrid, and Sonata Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The Smart Junction Box (SJB) software logic may not properly interpret the signals received from the multifunction switch, which could cause the turn signal to activate in the opposite direction of what the driver intended.

How is recall 21V-749 fixed?

Dealers will update the SJB software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 210.

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.