recall information
Recall number
REC-000631
PRA number
2009/11018
Campaign number
91B026
Original published date
make and model information
Make
HYUNDAI
Model
Sonata
Year range
2006
Affected units
172
What are the defects?
The recall is for the replacement of the brake lamp switch for all Sonata models manufactured within the VIN range listed above.
Hyundai Motor Company Australia Pty Ltd have advised that the component mentioned has a high probability of experiencing open circuit which will result in the stop lamp failing to illuminte when the service brake is applied. As a result of this there is a potential risk that motorists following may be unaware of the vehicles intention to slow down or stop, resulting in a rear end collision.
Hyundai Motor Company Australia Pty Ltd have advised that the component mentioned has a high probability of experiencing open circuit which will result in the stop lamp failing to illuminte when the service brake is applied. As a result of this there is a potential risk that motorists following may be unaware of the vehicles intention to slow down or stop, resulting in a rear end collision.
What are the hazards?
Vehicle malfunction
What should consumers do?
Hyundai Motor Company Australia Pty Ltd will write to owners of all affected vehicles.
Supplier details
Hyundai Motor Company Australia Pty Ltd
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
