2019 Hyundai Sonata: Exterior Lighting complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 18 owner complaints for the 2019 Hyundai Sonata that list the exterior lighting component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11585952 (filed 04/29/2024): “The vehicle consumes a gallon of oil weekly. the spark plugs are having to be replaced every three months. the low beams have been replaced and are working but the headlights are completely out and flashes on the dash board. i have hi beam’s only. there is an electrical issue with the vehicle and is…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11570965 (filed 02/09/2024): “The contact owns a 2019 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving at night, the low-beam headlights were dim. there was no warning light illuminated. due to the inadequate illumination, the contact was forced to use the high beam headlights while driving at night. the vehicle was taken to the…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11526344 (filed 06/10/2023): “There was no specific "incidence" to report. this is an on-going issue for a long time. low beam headlights do not illuminate the road sufficiently for safe driving. have had it to the dealer to insure the lights are adjusted to spec, but it was no better. asked that they raise the beams; while a…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
LED DRLs are often integrated into the headlamp assembly, which may require bumper removal. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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