More than 460,000 Hyundai Sonatas Are Recalled Because the Wrong Turn Signal May Light Up
The blinker may activate in the opposite direction of the driver’s intent on certain Sonatas
Owners of Hyundai Sonatas, Sonata Hybrids, and Sonata Plug-in Hybrids from the 2015 through 2017 model years may be notified that their sedan is among the 466,109 being recalled because the turn signals may have been reversed.
The source of the problem is the same as with Kia Sedona minivans: the electronic component that interprets the signals that come from the turn signal stalk. Hyundai says that in certain circumstances the component may not properly determine the intended turn signal direction. As a result, the turn signal may intermittently activate in the opposite direction of what the driver intended. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Drivers of vehicles with this problem will notice that the turn signal indicator on the dash will also display the unintended direction when activated.
According to documentation from the National Highway Safety Administration, there are no reports of accidents or injuries related to this problem.
The Details
Vehicles recalled: 466,109
- 2015-2017 Hyundai Sonatas: 432,981
- 2016-2017 Hyundai Sonata Hybrids: 30,684
- 2016-2017 Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrids: 2,444
The problem: A software defect may cause the turn signals to activate in the opposite direction of what the driver intended.
The fix: Hyundai dealers will install a software update free of charge.
How to contact the manufacturer: Owners may contact customer service at 855-371-9460. Hyundai is expected to notify owners by mail beginning Nov. 19, 2021.
NHTSA’s campaign number: 21V749. Hyundai’s internal number is 210.
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