| Issue ID | 1352698 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10948533 |
| Manufacurer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Brand | HYUNDAI |
| Model | SONATA |
| Model Year | 2014 |
| File date | 30/01/17 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Vehicle extremely unstable on the highway, and characteristics proportionally get worse with speed. Car will pull to the left and right needing immediate input and correction from the driver. The car feels as it is being blown by gusty winds, even though no wind is present. Long distances are extremely fatiguing. The dealership cannot duplicate and explains that it could be the electric steering. This is a dangerous issue and needs to be investigated before it causes an accident or loss of life. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 22000 |
| Number of Occurences | |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | RICHMOND, VA |
| VIN pattern | 5NPEC4AB5EHXXXXXX |
| 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 | 65 |
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