NHTSA Recall 10V426000
NHTSA Campaign Id 10V426000; Date: Sep. 20, 2010
Improper assembly or insufficient tightening of the connections could result in a complete separation or compromised attachment of the connections, such that the driver could experience a loss of, or reduction in, steering capability increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 Hyundai Sonata
Component: Steering:gear Box:shaft Sector
Manufactured by: Hyundai Motor Company
Affected Units:: 138,354
Recall Summary:
Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2011 sonata vehicles manufactured from December 11, 2009, through September 10, 2010. On some of these vehicles the steering column intermediate shaft universal joint connections may have been either improperly assembled or insufficiently tightened.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the steering column intermediate shaft universal joint connections for proper assembly and torque. In addition dealers will update the power steering software free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during October 2010. Owners may contact Hyundai customer assistance center at 1-800-633-5151.
Recall Notes:
Hyundai's safety recall campaign number is 097. Owners may also 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 .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 15, 2010
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