Why are the brake lights on my Hyundai Sonata so hot?
The rear brake light bulbs located in the trunk get extremely hot and melt the light assembly. I have replaced the bulbs at least 3 times per year (approximately 30 bulbs) since purchasing this car in August 2015. I have been told that the reason is faulty wiring by Hyundai.
Can a brake light be replaced on a Hyundai?
Drivers side brake light bulb exploded, and melted into the socket. I was advised that you cannot replace just the socket and Hyundai is quoting $400 for the entire wiring harness. This is a fire hazard and causes an additional safety hazard with the loss of the brake light.
Are there any problems with the brake light?
Other Common Exterior Lighting related problems of Hyundai Sonata Problem Category Number of Problems Exterior Lighting problems 196 Brake Light problems 189 Tail Light Switch problems 132 Headlights problems 130
Why does the driver side break light not work?
Driver side break light bulb no longer work properly. Even though its been changed it works sporadically because the bulb is loose in the socket of the wire harness or the socket will melt. This causes more than one safety issue.
The rear brake light bulbs located in the trunk get extremely hot and melt the light assembly. I have replaced the bulbs at least 3 times per year (approximately 30 bulbs) since purchasing this car in August 2015. I have been told that the reason is faulty wiring by Hyundai.
Drivers side brake light bulb exploded, and melted into the socket. I was advised that you cannot replace just the socket and Hyundai is quoting $400 for the entire wiring harness. This is a fire hazard and causes an additional safety hazard with the loss of the brake light.
Driver side break light bulb no longer work properly. Even though its been changed it works sporadically because the bulb is loose in the socket of the wire harness or the socket will melt. This causes more than one safety issue.
Why are the brake lights not working but the tail lights are?
Blown out light bulbs are the most common reason for why the brake lights not working but the tail lights are. Remove the screws from the bulb lens (which you can access through the trunk or see your vehicle repair manual to get the exact location). Push the bulbs and turn them counterclockwise to remove from the socket.
Why does my brake light melt in the trunk?
Noticed that maybe the bulb is getting to hot causing the lens to wrap which is making changing the bulb a real task and hard to get the bulb back in place. Getting ready to change it again today (3/10/2020). The rear brake light bulbs located in the trunk get extremely hot and melt the light assembly.
Are there any brake light problems in the Hyundai Sonata?
Hyundai Sonata owners have reported 188 problems related to brake light (under the exterior lighting category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Hyundai Sonata based on all problems reported for the Sonata.
Where are the brake lights on my car?
You will get the fuse panel under the dashboard and the PDC under the hood. The brake light switch is also to be found under the dashboard and check if its plunger touches the brake pedal arm. Any problem with the fuse box and light switch will affect the brake lights.
Where is the brake warning light on my Audi Q7?
In most vehicles this switch is located in the master cylinder. You’ll see a harness plug in somewhere around there. Some vehicles will now activate the brake warning light on the dash if the actual brake lights behind it go bad. Check to see that both of them are lighting up. If not, try replacing the bulb and see if that solves the problem.
Why are my tail lights not working but brake lights are working?
Burnt out light bulbs – The other reason your tail lights are not working but your headlights are maybe a blown bulb. When the filament inside the bulb breaks it cannot illuminate the gas enclosed within the glass cover. This burnt-out bulb does not affect the circuitry of the light system and it continues to function normally.
What does it mean when your brake lights are off?
These lights illuminate brighter when you are applying brakes. This indicates to the person behind you to stop or slow down and change their path. During the day the headlights are off and only the rear lights are used to indicate that the driver is applying brakes.
Why are the brake lights on my Hyundai Sonata melting?
The rear brake light bulbs located in the trunk compartment get extremely hot which has caused melting of the light assembly. This is an extreme fire hazard. It is believed that this is caused by faulty wiring by Hyundai. Since purchasing the vehicle in 2015, I have replaced approximately 20 bulbs.
Blown out light bulbs are the most common reason for why the brake lights not working but the tail lights are. Remove the screws from the bulb lens (which you can access through the trunk or see your vehicle repair manual to get the exact location). Push the bulbs and turn them counterclockwise to remove from the socket.
What are the problems with the Hyundai Sonata?
Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Hyundai Sonata based on all problems reported for the Sonata. The parking and brake lights will not turn off when I turn off my car.
Is it dangerous to drive with brake lights not working?
Driving at night with either brake lights or tail lights not working is dangerous for you and other drivers on the road. It takes a long time to notice when the brake lights not working but tail lights are or vice versa. It is so because you won’t know what is happening in the backside while driving until someone points it out.
Why are my brake lights not working properly?
Analog switches wear out over time, and they can get dirty, too, which interferes with their ability to make positive contact and transmit the right signal. Replacing the switch is not a big job, and it’s also straightforward for your mechanic to test brake light problems like this one.
Where is the brake pedal switch on a Hyundai Sonata?
Use a flash light to first locate the switch, crawl underneath the dash and shine your flash light to where the brake pedal goes and you should see the brake pedal switch which will be a small switch with a connector connected to it at the end of the brake pedal. It should look like this installed in the vehicle:
Where are the brake lights on a Hyundai Elantra?
The most common location is the brake light switch . The good news is they are inexpensive and easy to replace. Your Elantra’s brake light switch is under the brake pedal. It ALWAYS should have power running to it, even if the key is off.
Analog switches wear out over time, and they can get dirty, too, which interferes with their ability to make positive contact and transmit the right signal. Replacing the switch is not a big job, and it’s also straightforward for your mechanic to test brake light problems like this one.
Where is the brake light switch on a Hyundai Sonata?
Hyundai Mechanic: AMD, Master Technician replied 8 years ago The brake light switch is located at the top of the brake pedal.
How can I get my brake lights to stay on?
The light should come on once you connect it. Try to press the little button on the switch and see if the lights go out, if they do then your switch is good it just needs to be adjusted, you can adjust it with the nut. If nothing changes when you press the button then you need a new switch.