Recall 14V434 affects 883,000 2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata vehicles for a detached shift cable. Repair is free at a franchised Hyundai dealer.
Hyundai is recalling 883,000 2011-2014 Sonata sedans because the transmission shift cable can detach from the shift lever pin. That failure can make the shown gear differ from the actual gear, let the vehicle move unexpectedly, and create a rollaway risk if Park is selected without the transmission actually being in Park; the Hyundai dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The automatic transmission shift cable on a 2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata links the cabin shifter to the transmission. When you move the shifter into park, reverse, neutral, or drive, the cable transfers that movement to the transmission so the selected gear matches the position shown inside the car.
On included Sonatas, the shift cable can detach from the shift lever pin. Once that connection comes loose, moving the shifter no longer sends the same mechanical command to the transmission. The problem is at the shifter connection point, where the cable is supposed to stay fastened to the lever pin.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the cable detaches, the shifter position and the actual transmission gear no longer have to match, so the vehicle needs dealer inspection and the recall repair.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014 Sonata model years, all tied to the automatic-transmission component.
| 2011 Hyundai Sonata | automatic transmission |
|---|---|
| 2012 Hyundai Sonata | automatic transmission |
| 2013 Hyundai Sonata | automatic transmission |
| 2014 Hyundai Sonata | automatic transmission |
| Units affected | 883,000 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
A detached transmission shift cable can make the selected gear differ from the indicator, so the vehicle can move in an unintended direction and raise crash risk. In Park, the transmission can still be out of Park, creating rollaway risk when occupants exit. Set the parking brake every time you park. Repair will be free at any franchised Hyundai dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Hyundai dealer to schedule the free shift-cable inspection and repair that keeps the selected gear matched to the transmission.
- Bring the recall notice if Hyundai mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V434 when you call.
- Set the parking brake every time you park until the repair is complete.
- Confirm the vehicle is in PARK before exiting, and avoid parking on a slope until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
Hyundai's source remedy says owner notification began in September 2014. At the dealer, a Hyundai technician inspects the connection between the transmission shift cable and the shift lever. If that connection is loose or detached, the technician repairs it so the shift cable stays secured to the lever. The dealer repair will be free once available for your VIN. Parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| July 18, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 12, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V434?
Recall 14V434 covers 883,000 2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata vehicles with a transmission shift cable connection that can detach from the shift lever pin. Hyundai dealers will inspect the connection and repair it for free when the VIN is included.
What should I do if my 2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Sonata is included in recall 14V434. If it is, contact a franchised Hyundai dealer to schedule the shift cable inspection and repair. Reference Hyundai recall number 123 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Hyundai dealers will inspect the shift cable connection and repair it free of charge for included 2011-2014 Sonata vehicles.
What is the safety risk in recall 14V434?
The safety risk is unintended movement or rollaway. If the shift cable detaches, the gear shown to the driver can differ from the actual transmission position. A parked Sonata can also fail to stay in PARK without the parking brake, increasing crash and injury risk.
What if I bought my Hyundai Sonata used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2011-2014 Sonata is included, then call a franchised Hyundai dealer and reference recall 14V434 or Hyundai recall number 123.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V434000 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai customer service | 1-800-633-5151 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V434 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V434000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notice (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →