2021–2022 Hyundai Accent: Steering recall
NHTSA campaign 22V311000 · 2 units potentially affected · filed May 6, 2022
What's wrong
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.
Why it matters
Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V311000
- Manufacturer no.
- 226
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Component
- STEERING:COLUMN
- Units affected
- 2
- Report received
- May 6, 2022
- Owner letters
- Jul 5, 2022
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Hyundai Accent 2021, 2022