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Recall 22V-311

Hyundai Motor America recalled the 2021 to 2022 Hyundai Accent: Steering (column).

At a glance

Campaign number
22V-311
Reported
May 6, 2022
Vehicles affected
2 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

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.

The risk

Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

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-[removed]. Hyundai's number for this recall is 226.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles