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.
Hyundai Motor America – Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist
| Report Received Date | 03/28/2017 |
| NHTSA ID | 17V213000 |
| Consequence Summary | Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | 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. |
| Recall Code | 161 |
| Potentially Affected | 99 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V213000) |
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