Safety Recall NHTSA · 08E021000 Reported March 7, 2008

Fmvss 108/replacement headlamp assemblies

Hyundai Motor America · Exterior Lighting · 4,085 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
08E021000
Manufacturer Campaign
080
Component
Exterior Lighting
Vehicles Affected
4,085
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
March 7, 2008

Defect 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.

Safety Consequence

Improper aiming of the headlamp may result in poor visibility possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference recall ID 08E021000 or campaign 080.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 08E021000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 08E021000?

NHTSA recall 08E021000 was issued by Hyundai Motor America on March 7, 2008. It addresses: Fmvss 108/replacement headlamp assemblies. The recall affects approximately 4,085 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08E021000 or the manufacturer campaign number 080. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.