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Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid recalls

There are 2 safety recalls on record for the Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid, covering 472,217 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid recalls by model year

2018 12017 22016 2

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Exterior lighting: turn signalReported September 24, 2021 · 469,377 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Risk
A turn signal that activates in the opposite direction of what was intended by the driver increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 21V749000 · Recall details

Hybrid propulsion systemReported March 12, 2018 · 2,840 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with a Voltage Protection Device (VPD), designed to protect the high voltage battery module, that may activate inadvertently.
Risk
If the VPD activates while the vehicle is being operated in Electric Vehicle (EV) mode, there may be a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will remove the VPD switch and install a new Battery Management System (BMS) that contains an Overvoltage Protection Device (OPD). The recall is expected to begin May 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1‑855‑371‑9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 175.

Recall number 18V166000 · Recall details

Questions about the Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid recalls

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid have?

2, covering exterior lighting and hybrid propulsion system.

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