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P0504 on HYUNDAI SONATA

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
4
Most Affected
2006, 2007, 2012

What P0504 Means on Your HYUNDAI SONATA

Real HYUNDAI SONATA Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"Campaign #092 was replaced on my vehicle at bel air hyundai on 9/14/2010. the vehicle was there for other regular service and the recall was performed. at that time, the switch was not a problem. no check engine light and we were unaware that this recall was even performed."

— 2006 HYUNDAI SONATA owner • SERVICE BRAKES • Filed 08/25/2014

"My brake lights no longer function. my "esc off" light and check engine light appeared. i had a mechanic scan my car regarding the aforementioned issues and the code that displayed was "p0504"."

— 2007 HYUNDAI SONATA owner • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES • Filed 04/20/2015

"I drive a 2012 Hyundai Sonata Limited. After a recent fill-up, I began experiencing delayed acceleration, engine hesitation, and what appears to be misfiring—especially at low throttle."

— 2012 HYUNDAI SONATA owner • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES • Filed 07/05/2025

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0504 on HYUNDAI SONATA

25%
25%
25%
25%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2006
2
2007
1
2012
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

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  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

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P0504 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026