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Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist
Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V213
Manufacturer Hyundai Motor America
Components STEERING
Potential Number of Units Affected 99
Summary
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.
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 towww.safercar.gov.