| Issue ID | 1544552 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11185040 |
| Manufacurer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Brand | HYUNDAI |
| Model | SONATA |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| File date | 22/02/19 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | My whole power steering column gave out as soon as i hit 100,000. It was knocking as i was driving, on all streets and it felt like my steering wheel and wheels were going to fall off. My mechanic said the dealership told him they keep 22 in stock at all times, because they always give out.. That's a safety issue. We are still trying to get it fixed, not under warranty, not even extended warranty and the car is not safe to drive. This should be a recall. I'm a realtor and without a car. I'm frustrated as i've only had it a year and to trade it in i'd take a $3,000 loss. I don't even know how much to fix it. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 100400 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | ARLINGTON, TX |
| VIN pattern | 5NPEB4AC8DHXXXXXX |
| 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 |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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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 | 35 |
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