Hyundai Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2011 Sonata vehicles manufactured December
— Recall Campaign #16V190000
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011 Sonata vehicles manufactured December 11, 2009, to October 31, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) circuit board may be damaged and result in a loss of power steering assist.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 173,000 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
16V190000
| Manufacturer: | Hyundai Motor America |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | April 05, 2016 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 16V190000 |
| Units affected: | 173,000 |
- Description:
- Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011 Sonata vehicles manufactured December 11, 2009, to October 31, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) circuit board may be damaged and result in a loss of power steering assist.
- Consequeces:
- With a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPS control unit, free of charge. The recall began May 30, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9640. Hyundai's number for this recall is 143.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.