2009-2011 Hyundai Accent recall: switch

Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall on September 8, 2015. It covers about 99,500 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 99,500
reported: Sep 8, 2015
owners notified: Oct 21, 2015
related complaints: 30

Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch

What is wrong: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Hyundai Accent vehicles manufactured March 1, 2009, to February 11, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning brake light 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 brake light switch may also prevent the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position.
Risk: Failure to illuminate the brake lights during braking or the inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake switch, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 1‑855‑671‑3059 or by visiting www.HyundaiUSA.com/Campaign131. Hyundai's number for this recall is 131. This recall is an expansion of 13V‑113.

Recall number 15V566000

Affected vehicles

Hyundai Accent 2009-2011 2009 2010 2011

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 30 complaints about lights problems.

2009 Hyundai Accent 2010 Hyundai Accent

Questions about recall 15V566000

Is there a recall on the 2009-2011 Hyundai Accent switch?

Yes. Recall 15V566000, reported on September 8, 2015, covers about 99,500 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 15V566000?

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake switch, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 1‑855‑671‑3059 or by visiting www.HyundaiUSA.com/Campaign131. Hyundai's number for this recall is 131. This recall is an expansion of 13V‑113.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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