CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- With a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2011 Sonata vehicles built between December 2009 and October 2010 may have a damaged circuit board in the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) control unit. If this happens, the power steering assist can be lost, so the steering wheel takes noticeably more effort to turn, especially at lower speeds.
Reduced steering assist raises the risk of a crash because it can be harder to steer quickly and maneuver safely. If you own a 2011 Sonata from this build range, pay attention to any change in steering feel and treat it seriously.
Hyundai will notify affected owners, and an authorized dealer will replace the EPS control unit at no cost to you. You can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9640 (Hyundai recall number 143) for more information. You should also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your car is included.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Hyundai Sonata | 2011 |
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