NHTSA Complaint #11432096 — 2008 HYUNDAI ELANTRA

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11432096
Vehicle	2008 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	May 1, 2021
Date Filed	September 8, 2021
Mileage	100,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	FL

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2008 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the steering wheel was making an abnormal clicking noise. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the power steering coupling needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was no longer covered under warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

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