HYUNDAI SONATA UK Recall Check

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2018/085 (1861)

Manufacturer Reference

71C126

Defect

Affected vehicles might experience and electrical short inside the ABS control module. On the affected vehicles moisture can enter the ABS module electrical system. Over time the moisture can cause a short circuit. This could cause the ABS module to fail and in extreme instances increase the risk of a thermal incident inside the engine bay.

Remedy

On affected vehicles replace the Module printed circuit board with one which has additional sealing.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2013/136 (1852)

Manufacturer Reference

30C031

Defect

Where road salt is used to clear the snow in winter it is possible that road salt can accumulate on certain areas of the rear sub-frame and cause corrosion. If action is not taken to address this build up of corrosion it could ultimately cause the loss of control of the vehicle.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicle to check the sub-frame and if found to be excessively corroded replace it with a new subframe. Otherwise inject wax oil into the sub-frame to extend its life out to a total of ten years.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2009/115 (48)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

It has been identified that on certain Sonata models the stop lamp switch may fail. Should this occur the brake lights may fail to function or could flash continuously. It is also possible that the electronic stability programme may fail to function or not operate correctly. Additionally in the case of vehicles fitted with automatic transmission and a transmission lock it may not be possible to move the gear selection lever from park to drive.

Remedy

Recalled vehicles will have the stop lamp switch replaced.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2005/122 (550)

Manufacturer Reference

51b018

Defect

Due to the oversensitivity of the ESP system. It is possble in extenuating circumstances that the brakes can apply prematurely and cause the vehicle to slow down.

Remedy

Recall the affected vehicles to install upgraded softwear.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2003/063 (404)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

If the doors of the vehicle are closed with force it may be possible for the side air bags to deploy inadvertently.

Remedy

Fit new satellite sensors to both sides of the vehicle.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2003/064 (572)

Manufacturer Reference

21b005

Defect

On some vehicles with side air bags there is a faulty connection onto the SRS wiring loom under both front seats. This will cause the SRS warning light to illuminate and the air bag system will be disabled.

Remedy

Re-route and secure the air bag wires and connectors.