NHTSA Complaint #11623825 — 2012 HYUNDAI ACCENT

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11623825
Vehicle	2012 HYUNDAI ACCENT
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	September 10, 2024
Date Filed	November 6, 2024
Mileage	60,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	FL

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated while driving at approximately 35 MPH and turning to the right, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the power steering assist module had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.

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