Hyundai Caribbean-puerto Rico | NHTSA Recall #10V457000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 10V457000 by Hyundai Caribbean-puerto Rico. Includes 60 affected units, STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2011 sonata vehicles manufactured from december 11, 2009, through september 10, 2010. on some of these vehicles the steering column intermediate shaft universal joint connections may have been either improperly assembled or insufficiently tightened.

Corrective Action

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. owners may contact hyundai customer service center at 1-787-999-3333.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 10V457000
Manufacturer: Hyundai Caribbean-puerto Rico
Report Received Date: 2010-10-01T00:00:00
Subject: Steering gear assembly
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 60

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 097
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2011 sonata vehicles manufactured from december 11, 2009, through september 10, 2010. on some of these vehicles the steering column intermediate shaft universal joint connections may have been either improperly assembled or insufficiently tightened.
Consequence Summary: 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.
Corrective Action: 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. owners may contact hyundai customer service center at 1-787-999-3333.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-iuxe~3kuc_27g8
NHTSA ID: 10V457000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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