Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
HYUNDAI
Model Of Vehicle
ACCENT
Year
2011
Recall Campaign Number
15V566000
Component Description
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch
Effect Of Defect
Failure To Illuminate The Brake Lights During Braking Or The Inability To Disengage The Cruise Control Could Increase The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Start Of Manufacture
20090301
End Of Manufacture
20110211
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
99500
Date Owners Notified
20151021
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Date Report Received
20150908
Make Campaign Number
131