NHTSA Recall 21V749000: Software (electrical system) and turn signal (exterior lighting)
Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 469,377 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Hyundai Sonata.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V749000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 210 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE; EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TURN SIGNAL |
| Report received | September 24, 2021 |
| Owner notification | November 19, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety 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.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V749000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Sonata | 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Hyundai Sonata Hybrid | 2016, 2017 |
| Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid | 2016, 2017 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.