Large Recall NHTSA · 16V190000 Reported April 5, 2016

Loss of electric power steering assist

Hyundai Motor America · Steering · 173,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
16V190000
Manufacturer Campaign
143
Component
Steering
Vehicles Affected
173,000
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 5, 2016
Completion Rate
71.21

Defect Summary

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.

Safety Consequence

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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference recall ID 16V190000 or campaign 143.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 16V190000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 16V190000?

NHTSA recall 16V190000 was issued by Hyundai Motor America on April 5, 2016. It addresses: Loss of electric power steering assist. The recall affects approximately 173,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V190000 or the manufacturer campaign number 143. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.