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2011 Hyundai SONATA Steering Electric Power Assist System Recall


NHTSA Recall #	106978
NHTSA Compaign #	16V190000
MFG Compaign #	143
Manufacturer	Hyundai Motor America
Supplier	HYUNDAI
Brand	HYUNDAI
Model	SONATA
Model Year	2011
Component	STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Date of notification	18/07/16
Begin date of manufacuring	11/12/09
End date of manufacturing	31/10/10
Type of recall	V
Recall initiator	MFR
Report received	05/04/16
Report created	05/04/16
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Estimated number of affected units	173000
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.
Consequence summary	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.
Recall notes	Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153).

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2011 Hyundai SONATA Steering Electric Power Assist System Recall

2011 Hyundai SONATA Steering Electric Power Assist System Recall

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