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2021-2022 Hyundai Accent recall: column

Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall on May 6, 2022. It covers about 2 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2
reported
May 6, 2022
owners notified
Jul 5, 2022
related complaints
4

Steering: column

What is wrong
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.
Risk
Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 22V311000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 4 complaints about steering problems.

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Questions about recall 22V311000

Is there a recall on the 2021-2022 Hyundai Accent column?

Yes. Recall 22V311000, reported on May 6, 2022, covers about 2 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 22V311000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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