Issue ID | 1620935 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11281731 |
Manufacurer | Hyundai Motor America |
Brand | HYUNDAI |
Model | SONATA |
Model Year | 2011 |
File date | 01/11/19 |
Component | STEERING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | The steering developed significant play in the wheel over a very short time. This was due to the deterioration of the steering coupling, a $5. 00 part that was clearly under-engineered. Hyundai has recognized this by extending the warranty, but the item has not been recalled, leaving significant numbers of owners operating vehicles with compromised steering units. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 135000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | BLOOMINTON, IL |
VIN pattern | KMHEC4A40BAXXXXXX |
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 |
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