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.