NHTSA Recall 10V426000: Shaft sector (steering)
Hyundai Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 138,354 vehicles. It affects 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V426000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 097 |
| Component | STEERING › GEAR BOX › SHAFT SECTOR |
| Report received | September 20, 2010 |
| Owner notification | October 15, 2010 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2011 sonata vehicles manufactured from december 11, 2009, through september 10, 2010. On some of these vehicles the steering column intermediate shaft universal joint connections may have been either improperly assembled or insufficiently tightened.
Safety risk
Improper assembly or insufficient tightening of the connections could result in a complete separation or compromised attachment of the connections, such that the driver could experience a loss of, or reduction in, steering capability increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the steering column intermediate shaft universal joint connections for proper assembly and torque. In addition dealers will update the power steering software free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during october 2010. Owners may contact hyundai customer assistance center at 1-800-633-5151.
Notes
Hyundai's safety recall campaign number is 097.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 10V426000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Sonata | 2011 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.