Hyundai recalls certain 2021-2022 Accent vehicles due to potential steering column detachment causing loss of control. Owners must have steering column inspected and tightened by dealers.
Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Hyundai is recalling certain 2021-2022 Accent vehicles because a steering column bolt may not be secured properly, which could cause the steering column to detach and lead to loss of steering control. This recall is important because it addresses a potential safety hazard that could increase crash risk. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80469-hyundai-2021-accent-steering-recall-risk-of-loss-of-control.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80469-hyundai-2021-accent-steering-recall-risk-of-loss-of-control · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #22V311000
“Hyundai 2021 Accent Steering Recall: Risk of Loss of Control.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80469-hyundai-2021-accent-steering-recall-risk-of-loss-of-control. Based on NHTSA recall 22V311000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V311000).
A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, causing the steering column to detach from the steering rack. This loss of connection can lead to sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Owners of 2021-2022 Hyundai Accent vehicles are affected. Drivers and passengers are at risk if the steering column detaches during normal use.
This recall applies to 2021-2022 Hyundai Accent vehicles. Owners received notification letters mailed July 5, 2022, and can contact Hyundai customer service for more details.
Owners can call 1-855-371-9460 to get information about the recall and next steps.
Dealers will inspect and tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt if necessary, free of charge.
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.
Hyundai is recalling certain 2021-2022 Accent vehicles because a bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach and result in loss of steering control.
This recall applies to 2021-2022 Hyundai Accent vehicles. Owners received notification letters mailed July 5, 2022.
Dealers will inspect and tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt if necessary, free of charge. Owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 for more information.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Hyundai to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 22V311000 — Hyundai Hyundai Hello, I own a Hyundai that is covered by recall 22V311000 from Hyundai. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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