NHTSA Campaign 17V213000

STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Issued by Hyundai Motor America · Reported Mar 28, 2017 · 99 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Elantra vehicles. The affected vehicles may have a damaged Electronic Power Steering (MDPS) connector resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.

Consequence

Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPS motor, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 28, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-243-7766. Hyundai's number for this recall 161.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
HYUNDAI ELANTRA 2017 99

Source: NHTSA Campaign 17V213000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.