Recall 17V359000
PARKING BRAKE:INDICATOR LIGHT
Defect Description
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Sonata and Genesis vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the warning light to indicate that the parking brake is applied may intermittently not illuminate in the dash due to corrosion in the switch.
Safety Consequence
If the parking brake indicator is not illuminated when the parking brake is applied, the driver may operate the vehicle with the parking brake partially engaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 164.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | HYUNDAI | GENESIS |
| 2015 | HYUNDAI | SONATA |
| 2016 | HYUNDAI | GENESIS |
| 2016 | HYUNDAI | SONATA |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.