2013-2014 Hyundai Elantra, Elantra GT: Recall Alert

2013-2014 Hyundai Elantra, Elantra GT: Recall Alert
2013 Hyundai Elantra

Vehicles Affected: Approximately 390,000 model-year 2013-14 Hyundai Elantra sedans and coupes, and Elantra GT hatchbacks

The Problem: The brake pedal stopper pad may deteriorate, allowing the brakelight switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released, and the brakelights to remain illuminated. Deteriotation can also allow the shift lever to be moved without depressing the brake pedal, or to activate the Used Engine management brake pedal override feature.

If the brakelight switch plunger does not retract when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brakelights may stay illuminated, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted, the transmission can be shifted out of Park without depressing the brake pedal, also increasing the risk of a crash.

The Fix: Dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad for free.

What Owners Should Do: Hyundai will begin notifying owners on Feb. 8, 2018. Owners can call the automaker at 800-633-5151 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236, or visit www.safercar.gov to check their vehicle identification number and learn more.

Need to Find a Dealer for Service? Go to Service & Repair to find your local dealer. To check for other recalls, and to schedule a free recall repair at your local dealership, click here: Hyundai Elantra; Hyundai Elantra GT

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