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Hyundai Elantra Recall 16V574: Brake lights may stay on; car can shift out of Park

NHTSA campaign 16V574, reported August 2, 2016, 64,500 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A worn brake pedal stopper pad can let the brake light switch plunger stay extended after the pedal is released. This can keep the brake lights on when the car is not slowing, so drivers behind you may not know you are stopping. It can also let the transmission be shifted out of Park without pressing the brake pedal. Either problem raises the risk of a crash.

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad with an improved part at no cost to you. Hyundai customer service can be reached at 1-855-371-9460, referencing recall number 146. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your car is affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 16V574Hyundai Motor America
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model 2013 Elantra vehicles manufactured December 1, 2012, to April 30, 2013. The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released.
Risk
If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted, then the transmission can be shifted out of PARK without depressing the brake pedal. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad with an improved part, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on September 30, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 146.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Hyundai Elantra2013