Hyundai Accent Steering Column Bolt May Loosen

NHTSA campaign 22V311000 · Reported May 6, 2022 · Hyundai Motor America

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Losing the ability to steer increases the risk of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.

Key facts

NHTSA campaign number	22V311000
Reported to NHTSA	May 6, 2022
Manufacturer	Hyundai Motor America
Part affected	Steering:column
Vehicles covered	2 model/year combinations, model years 2021–2022
Do-not-drive advisory	No
Park-outside advisory	No
Repair	Free at any franchised dealer

What's wrong, in plain English

A bolt in the steering column may not be tightened properly. If it comes loose, the steering column can separate from the steering rack, which can cause the driver to lose the ability to steer the vehicle.

What you should do

1. Check whether your VIN is affected at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
2. Contact a Hyundai dealer at 1-855-371-9460 to schedule the repair.
3. The repair is free.

Where do I find my VIN, and what do I tell the dealer?

Your VIN is the 17-character code on the lower left of the windshield, on your registration and usually on your insurance card. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether this recall is still open on your car. When you call the dealer, say you have an open safety recall and give them NHTSA campaign number 22V311000. More in how recalls work.

Affected vehicles (2)

2021 Hyundai Accent
2022 Hyundai Accent

Who to contact

Hyundai — official Hyundai recall lookup

Customer service: 1-855-371-9460

Any franchised dealer for the brand can do the repair. Phone numbers are taken from manufacturer sites and recent NHTSA notices; if one has changed, the number in your own recall letter is the one to use.

The bigger picture

Hyundai Steering Recalls Cover Separation, Broken Parts, and Assist Loss · all 4 Hyundai recalls in this area

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Official notice

Component: STEERING:COLUMN
Summary: 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.
Safety 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.

Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.