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NHTSA recall 10V457000

Steering · Hyundai Motor America

October 1, 2010report date
60units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: On some of these vehicles the steering column intermediate shaft universal joint connections may have been either improperly assembled or insufficiently tightened.

Why it matters: 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.

The 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 began on October 11, 2010.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

2011 Hyundai Sonata.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 10V457000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.