REC-000631

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2006 HYUNDAI Sonata

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Hyundai Motor Company Australia Pty Ltd

Recall date: 31 August 2009

Defect

The recall is for the replacement of the brake lamp switch for all Sonata models manufactured within the VIN range listed above. Hyundai Motor Company Australia Pty Ltd have advised that the component mentioned has a high probability of experiencing open circuit which will result in the stop lamp failing to illuminte when the service brake is applied. As a result of this there is a potential risk that motorists following may be unaware of the vehicles intention to slow down or stop, resulting in a rear end collision.

Hazard

Vehicle malfunction

Remedy

Hyundai Motor Company Australia Pty Ltd will write to owners of all affected vehicles.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Hyundai Motor Company Australia Pty Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-000631