NHTSA Recall 14V784000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V784000; Date: Dec. 9, 2014
If the left axle shaft separates from the transaxle, the vehicle may stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a separated axle shaft may allow the vehicle to roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or anytime thereafter. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 Hyundai Sonata
Component: Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft
Manufactured by: Hyundai Motor America
Affected Units:: 208
Recall Summary:
Hyundai motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 1. 6 liter model year 2015 sonata vehicles manufactured August 29, 2014, to October 28, 2014. The affected vehicles may have been assembled with an incorrect left axle shaft which may result in the shaft separating from the transaxle differential.
How to Fix:
Hyundai will notify owners, dealers will inspect and replace the axle shaft, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 126.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 14, 2015
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