The contact owns a 2009 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that in February 2022 there was an unknown recall campaign for the Stop Lamp Switch replacement and the recall repair was completed. The contact stated that the failure ha reoccurred, and the warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 146,000.
2009 Hyundai Sonata lights problems
14 complaints (3% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 92,323.
- owner complaints
- 14
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- typical mileage
- 92,323
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Headlights1
- Brake lights: switch1
- Brake lights1
At what mileage
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Hyundai Sonata lights problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2009 Hyundai Sonata lights
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Related recalls
Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch
- What is wrong
- Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, model year 2007-2010 Elantra, model year 2007-2011 Santa Fe, model year 2008-2009 Veracruz, model year 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, and model year 2011 Sonata vehicles. In September 2013, Hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,712,336. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake transmission shift interlock feature, preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate.
- Risk
- Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of Park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1‑800‑633‑5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.
Recall number 13V113000 · Recall details
What 2009 Hyundai Sonata owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
My headlights keep burning out. I have had to change them at least 3-4 times per year. After the most recent change they blew back in within two weeks. I have to drive with my high beams on at all times.
Esc light comes on intermittently common problem with hyundai. Previous recalls and current recall on some models. I am filing a complaints with national safety so that a recall can be extended to more vehicles. Hyundai is unwilling to fix these issues without a recall. Want people to pay out of pocket for something that is a manufacturing defect.
The ESC off light is always on.
Within the last year and a half I have replaced the low beam headlights approximately 6 times. 3 times on the right headlight and 3 on the left. My mechanic can not tell me what is causing this. He said it looks like a grounding problem. Have you had any reports of this problem or is this an isolated problem? The cost of these bulbs are getting too much to bear. It seems to be getting worse because I replaced the left light last week and the right light today (12-8-14).
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 hyundai sonata. The contact stated that while stopped, he was made aware that the drivers side headlight failed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that both head lamp assemblies needed to be replaced. The mechanic informed that the passenger side headlight was burned. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 95,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 hyundai sonata. The contact stated that the rear deck stop light wiring and frame detached from the socket. After inspecting the vehicle and removing the bulb from the socket, the contact noticed that the bulb and wiring fell into the trunk and burned items within the trunk. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be inspected. The contact was advised that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 13v113000 (exterior lighting). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.
The third brake light bulb is not easily changeable.
2009 hyundai sonata. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle brakes recall notice. *smd the consumer asked the dealer why had he not been notified of the recall, and the dealer replied, that colorado was not one of the states included. It only covered the east coast, because of the harsh winters and salt used on their highways. The consumer stated on several occasions, he had to take the vehicle to the dealer, to have the brakes replaced.
My ESC off and check engine lights came on. My mechanic indicated it was due to a bad brake light switch as my rear brake lights and cruise control did not work. He replaced the brake light switch but a couple days later the check engine light came back on. The computer listed a different code, stating the brake light switch is not compatible, but the rear brake lights work off and on. Awaiting follow up with my mechanic as he was going to check with hyundai.
Questions about the 2009 Hyundai Sonata lights
Does the 2009 Hyundai Sonata have lights problems?
Owners have filed 14 complaints about the lights of the 2009 Hyundai Sonata, 3% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2009 Hyundai Sonata lights problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 92,323 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Hyundai Sonata lights?
Yes, 1 recall: 13V113000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Hyundai Sonata have the most lights problems?
The Hyundai Sonata model years with the most lights complaints are 2011 (250 complaints), 2013 (198 complaints) and 2012 (141 complaints).
Other 2009 Hyundai Sonata problems
Brakes 98Engine 62Electrical 61Driver assistance 51Transmission 41Body 40Acceleration 31Airbags 30Steering 26Suspension 25Fuel system 23Visibility 19Seat belts 8Locks 6Tires 6Wheels 6Seats 3
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