Rondo L4-2.4L (2007)
Brake Light Switch: All Technical Service Bulletins
Recall 09V130000: Brake Lamp Switch Replacement
VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):
KIA/Amanti 2007
KIA/Rondo 2007
KIA/Sedona 2006-2007
KIA/Sorento 2006-2007
KIA/Sportage 2006-2007
MANUFACTURER: Hyundai Motor Company
MFR'S REPORT DATE: April 15, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 09V130000
NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A
COMPONENT: Exterior Lighting: Brake Lights: Switch
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 139844
SUMMARY:
Hyundai-KIA is recalling 139,844 M/Y 2006-2007- Sedona, Sportage, Sorento and M/Y 2007 Rondo and Amanti vehicles. The stop lamp switch in the
vehicle may have been damaged during the assembly process. As a result, the stop lamp switch may malfunction causing one or more of the following
conditions to exist: The brake lights may not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may remain illuminated when the brake pedal is released.
On some occasions, when the vehicle is started, the shifter cannot be moved from the "PARK" (P) position. If the vehicle is equipped with Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), The ESC light may illuminate indicating "ESC OFF." If the vehicle is equipped with cruise control, depressing the brake may
not deactivate the cruise control system.
CONSEQUENCE:
The malfunction of the stop lamp switch may increase the risk of a crash.
REMEDY:
Dealers will replace the stop lamp switch to eliminate the possibility that this condition might exist. This service will be performed free of charge. The
recall is expected to begin during May/June 2009. Owners may contact consumer assistance center at 1-800-333-4542.
NOTES:
Hyundai-KIA recall No. SC077. Owners may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at
1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
