CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Sonata, 2016-2017 Sonata Hybrid, and Sonata Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The Smart Junction Box (SJB) software logic may not properly interpret the signals received from the multifunction switch, which could cause the turn signal to activate in the opposite direction of what the driver intended.
- Risk
- A turn signal that activates in the opposite direction of what was intended by the driver increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the SJB software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 210.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain vehicles have a software logic problem in the Smart Junction Box that may not correctly read signals from the multifunction switch. As a result, the turn signal can activate in the opposite direction from the one the driver intended.
A turn signal pointing the wrong way can mislead other drivers about your plans, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should be aware of this issue, especially if they notice their turn signals behaving unexpectedly.
The repair is free. Dealers will update the Smart Junction Box software at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2021. For questions, contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 (Hyundai recall number 210), and check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Hyundai Sonata | 201520162017 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Sonata Hybrid | 20162017 |
| Hyundai Sonata Plug-IN Hybrid | 20162017 |