The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, a bystander notified the contact that the brake lights were inoperable. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed and determined that the brake light housing needed to be replaced. The brake light housing was replaced; however, the failure persisted.
2014 Hyundai Sonata lights problems
120 complaints (16% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 68,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 120
- of this car's complaints
- 16%
- typical mileage
- 68,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Brake lights6
- Brake lights: bulbs4
- Headlights3
- Tail lights2
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Hyundai Sonata lights problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2014 Hyundai Sonata lights
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 2014 Hyundai Sonata owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Brake lights not working. Checked fuses and bulbs, neither are the issue.
Engine light is blinking and put safety of my family in danger. I called the close Huyndai dealer also I have a case number. However, it takes forever for them to answer. I only have this car. I am driver and this how I make living. I have no choice in driving this recall vehicle and kill my self and my family. No body care!
The turn signal stem assembly randomly begins failing after several years (approx 5 years). Issues will be noticed while driving in the dark. When turn signal is applied in both directions, occasionally headlights will turn off or flash causing interior lighting to change to brighter daylight settings at the same time. This can be disorienting for the driver as well as others on the road. To remedy the incorrect lighting situation, the driver needs to jiggle the turn signal stem assembly and normal lighting will resume. At subsequent turns, the entire situation repeats itself. Other drivers may believe they are being alerted to something or potentially angered, causing misunderstandings or altercations on the road. My original turn signal stem assembly was replaced after about 5 years due to this series of events. Now, after approximately 5 more years, the exact same symptoms have begun again with the authentic Hyundai OEM replacement parts.
Electrical system going out only at night because headlights and inside lights are turning off for a few seconds only while driving at night this has happened multiple times since august and is becoming a safety concern while driving at night it's a safety concern because this has happened incoming traffic on roads and highways. The vehicle hasn't been inspected by dealership I tried calling to get an appointment but was told there is a fee and if something electrical a may have a cost per hour to inspect. No warning lights are turning on prior to headlights and inside lights going out. During the day no issues with vehicle. I've read a few online posts from other owners with same issue.
The brake lights fail with no warning. Bulb replacement used to work. Since ownership at +70,000 miles, I have had to replace one or both of the tail light sections as they melted. The lighting harness has been changed multiple times. In January 2024 Hyundai issued a warranty extension to 15years/200,000miles. There is no date on the letter. When I tried to get my car serviced there were charges for testing to ensure that this was the problem and it was difficult to find someone to service the car in a timely manner. The police continue to issue me tickets for no rear brake lights. The Dealer who finally serviced the car indicated that the Warranty was Void as the replacement parts were not Hyundai parts. Servicing the car was well after the original warranty was already over, so why would you worry about warranty claims for original parts. They claim that they cannot diagnosis the problem without original parts. Hyundai Corporate Customer Service was no help in this matter, but they did apologize for the problem. Can't drive a car without tail lights and paying 850 for the repair is one month of my disability check.
The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Sonata. The contact had been pulled over by authorities on three separate occasions due to inoperable rear taillights. The contact stated that the interior housing unit for both the left and right rear taillights had begun to melt which caused the defect. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the contact was initially informed that the vehicle would be serviced under warranty; however, the contact was recently informed that the vehicle was not covered under warranty. The vehicle had yet to be serviced. The failure mileage was approximately 92,000.
when using the turn signals, either way, the headlights cut off. sometimes they flicker back on and sometimes they stay off.
Right brake light assembly melting around lightbulb and right brake light not working due to the burn. I went to multiple used auto parts store to try and buy the right brake assembly and noted multiple cars from 2011-2014 had the same issue.
When head lights are in Auto mode occasionally all of the exterior and interior lights go out. Including dash lights. I cannot make it repeat at will so nothing ever gets done with it. There is no warning when it happens just complete darkness inside and out. Obviously I can’t see where I’m going when it happens they typically come back on after a few seconds. This has been happening for over 1 year. I don’t use the lights in auto anymore, it doesn’t happen when it’s not in auto.
Questions about the 2014 Hyundai Sonata lights
Does the 2014 Hyundai Sonata have lights problems?
Owners have filed 120 complaints about the lights of the 2014 Hyundai Sonata, 16% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2014 Hyundai Sonata lights problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 68,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2014 Hyundai Sonata lights?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
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 2014 Hyundai Sonata problems
Engine 322Electrical 135Fuel system 89Steering 65Brakes 60Transmission 55Airbags 31Seat belts 25Acceleration 22Driver assistance 20Body 17Visibility 10Suspension 7Seats 5Wheels 5Locks 4Tires 3
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