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NHTSA recall 14V434000

Power Train · Hyundai Motor America

July 18, 2014report date
883,000units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the transmission shift cable may detach from from the shift lever pin.

Why it matters: If the transmission shift cable detaches, the transmission gear selection may not match the indicated gear and the vehicle may move in an unintended or unexpected direction, increasing the risk of a crash. Furthermore, when the driver parks the vehicle, despite selecting the 'park' position, the…

The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, repair the connection between the shift cable and shift lever, free of charge. The recall began in September 2014.

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All model years NHTSA lists

2011 Hyundai Sonata, 2012 Hyundai Sonata, 2013 Hyundai Sonata, 2014 Hyundai Sonata.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 14V434000.

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