| Issue ID | 1619097 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11280376 |
| Manufacurer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Brand | HYUNDAI |
| Model | AZERA |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| File date | 02/11/19 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | The steering column has the same faulty coupler that has to replaced on all the sonata, electra's and kia's in the year ranges from 2009 to 2017. They have a recall for the power steering coupler in the 2009-2017 sonata and electra cars, but did not include the azera. After talking with many dealerships, they replace them daily on the azera's as well, why was this coupler not included in the recall? If the coupler breaks while driving all steering is lost. Just a small amount of research will show you how many azera owners are having the same repair. It happens when the wheel is turned and it makes a cracking noise, both stationary and in motion. The noise increases over time and starts to rattle on bumps. The problem can cause deaths, if not made aware of to the owners of these vehicles. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 40000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | WOODWARD, OK |
| VIN pattern | KMHFG4JG7DAXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 30 |
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