Recall 22V311000

STEERING:COLUMN

Report Date

20220506

Component

STEERING:COLUMN

Affected Vehicles

2 models

Defect Description

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 Consequence

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2021	HYUNDAI	ACCENT
2022	HYUNDAI	ACCENT

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.