HYUNDAI ACCENT 2022: STEERING:COLUMN
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 22V311000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| HYUNDAI | ACCENT | 2022 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2022-07-05 | 2022-05-06 | 2022-05-09 |
Manufacturers Involved: Hyundai Motor America
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 226
Component: STEERING:COLUMN
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Hyundai Motor America "Hyundai" is recalling certain 2021-2022 Accent vehicles. A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.
Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect and tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 5, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 226.
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.nhtsa.gov.
