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- STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023 Xcient vehicles. The pitman arm may not be secured properly to the steering gearbox, which can result in a loss of steering control.
- Risk
- A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and repair the pitman arm connection as necessary, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 264.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The pitman arm, which connects the steering gearbox to the steering linkage, may not be secured properly to the steering gearbox on certain 2023 Hyundai Xcient trucks. If it is not secure, the driver can lose steering control.
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash. The notice states that all affected vehicles have already been remedied.
If you own a 2023 Hyundai Xcient, check your VIN for open recalls. Dealers will inspect and repair the pitman arm connection as necessary, free of charge. For questions, you can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 and refer to recall number 264.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Hyundai Xcient | 2023 |
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