Recall 10V457 affects 60 2011 Hyundai Sonata vehicles for loose steering column shaft connections. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai dealer.
Hyundai is recalling 60 2011 Sonata vehicles because the steering column intermediate shaft universal joint connections have an assembly and tightening defect. The connection can separate or leave the driver with reduced steering control, increasing crash risk, and the Hyundai dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The steering column intermediate shaft on the 2011 Hyundai Sonata links the steering wheel to the steering gear. It is part of the mechanical path that turns the front wheels when you turn the wheel. Universal joints in that shaft let the linkage work through angles inside the steering column while still carrying steering input.
On affected Sonatas, the universal joint connections on the intermediate shaft were not assembled correctly or were not tightened enough during production. A loose or misassembled connection can let the joint move in ways it was not designed to move. That extra movement can weaken the connection between the steering wheel and the steering gear, so the steering response no longer matches what the driver commands.
There is no warning sign before failure. That means an owner cannot rely on noise, looseness, or a dashboard light to know the steering shaft connection is unsafe.
Who's affected?
| 2011 Hyundai Sonata | steering gear |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 60 |
Not every 2011 Hyundai Sonata sedan is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
A loose or improperly assembled steering column intermediate shaft connection can separate or lose proper attachment. That can reduce or remove steering capability and increase the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure, so schedule the recall work soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Hyundai dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011 Hyundai Sonata is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Hyundai dealer and ask for recall number 10V457 to be checked against your VIN.
- Bring the recall notice if Hyundai mailed one. If not, give the dealer recall number 10V457 when you call.
- Schedule the steering-column intermediate shaft universal joint inspection and power-steering software update that addresses loss or reduction in steering capability.
- Drive carefully until the dealer confirms the inspection and software update are complete.
What happens at the repair
Hyundai's recall repair began on October 11, 2010. At the dealer, a Hyundai technician inspects the steering column intermediate shaft universal joint connections to confirm they were assembled correctly and torqued to specification. The technician also updates the power steering software. Parts and labor are free under the recall. If the service desk needs a reference, use campaign 10V457 when scheduling the visit.
Timeline
| October 1, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 11, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V457?
Recall 10V457 covers 60 2011 Hyundai Sonata vehicles with steering column intermediate shaft universal joint connections that were assembled or tightened incorrectly. The connection can separate or loosen, reducing steering capability and increasing crash risk. Hyundai dealers inspect the connections and update the power steering software for free.
What should I do if my 2011 Hyundai Sonata is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Sonata is included in recall 10V457. If it is, contact a franchised Hyundai dealer and ask for the steering column intermediate shaft inspection, torque check, and power steering software update. Reference recall 10V457 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Hyundai's remedy states that dealers will inspect the steering column intermediate shaft universal joint connections and update the power steering software free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced steering control. If the steering column intermediate shaft universal joint connection separates or becomes loose, the driver can experience a loss or reduction in steering capability, increasing crash risk. The dealer repair addresses the connection and power steering software.
What if I bought this Hyundai Sonata used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Sonata is included, then call a franchised Hyundai dealer and reference recall 10V457 when scheduling the inspection and software update.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V457000 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai customer service | 1-787-999-3333 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V457 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V457000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →