NHTSA Complaint #11700973 — 2016 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11700973
Vehicle	2016 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID
Component	UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Date of Incident	November 11, 2025
Date Filed	November 22, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	TX

Consumer Description

Vehicle experiences intermittent DTC C222908 (Integrated Brake Actuator internal circuit malfunction). Warning lights (Brake, ABS, ESC, Hybrid System) illuminate intermittently, brake pedal feel changes, and regenerative braking fails. Dealer confirmed stored code but refused repair stating "no current issue". This is a known failure in 2015-2019 Hyundai hybrids that can lead to sudden loss of hydraulic brake assist and increased stopping distance. Safety critical defect.

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