Issue ID | 1246097 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10810202 |
Manufacurer | Hyundai Motor America |
Brand | HYUNDAI |
Model | SONATA |
Model Year | 2011 |
File date | 10/12/15 |
Component | STEERING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Steering column coupler- potential to lose steering -i heard a clicking sound when the steering wheel was turning during normal steering of the vehicle. At times, the steering got loose and "flyaway". Because of this, the steering column needed repair at a cost of $325. This problem is well known. The service advisor at hyundai commented that he was surprised this is not a recall. My neighbor has a hyundai and he was forced to get the same repair. Numerous posts exist on hyundai forums about this problem. I contacted hyundai and they advised there is no recall campaign at the present, but if one comes about, the money i spent for the repair will be refunded. This is a serious situation and i am besides myself that a recall doesn't exist for this. Thank you. |
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Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | PALM COAST, FL |
VIN pattern | 5NPEB4AC8BHXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
Number of cylinders | 4 |
Drive train type | FWD |
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