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Equipment recall 08E021000 · March 7, 2008

Hyundai Azera and Sonata

These headlamp assemblies may not have been aligned properly and fail to conform to the photometric requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps,…

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

This is a recall of aftermarket equipment listed for the vehicles below. It applies only if the recalled part was installed on the vehicle.

Summary
Hyundai-kia is recalling 4,085 replacement headlamp assemblies sold for use on 2006-2008 sonata and azera vehicles. These headlamp assemblies may not have been aligned properly and fail to conform to the photometric requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
Improper aiming of the headlamp may result in poor visibility possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Hyundai-kia dealers have been notified and instructed to return their supply to Hyundai motor america. None of the headlamps were sold as retail. As a result, an owner notification letter will not be issued.
Notes
Hyundai-kia recall campaign 080.CUSTOMERS may 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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
08E021000
Reported to NHTSA
March 7, 2008
Filed by
Hyundai Motor Company
Manufacturer campaign
080
Owner notification
February 13, 2008
Vehicles potentially affected
4,085
Initiated by
NHTSA’s Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance
Components
Exterior lighting › Headlights
Recall 08E021000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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