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NHTSA Recall 17V213000: Electric power assist system (steering)

Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 99 vehicles. It affects 2017 Hyundai Elantra.

99
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2017
owners notified (May 1)
NHTSA campaign17V213000
Manufacturer campaign161
ComponentSTEERING › ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Report receivedMarch 28, 2017
Owner notificationMay 1, 2017
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Elantra vehicles. The affected vehicles may have a damaged Electronic Power Steering (MDPS) connector resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.

Safety risk

Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPS motor, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 28, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-243-7766. Hyundai's number for this recall 161.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 17V213000

Make and modelModel years
Hyundai Elantra2017

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.