NHTSA Campaign 22V311000

STEERING:COLUMN

Issued by Hyundai Motor America · Reported May 6, 2022 · 2 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Accent vehicles. A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.

Consequence

Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 5, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 226.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
HYUNDAI ACCENT 2021 2
HYUNDAI ACCENT 2022 2

Source: NHTSA Campaign 22V311000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.