The problem
Certain passenger vehicles May have been built with threaded portions of the steering gearbox assembly's left and right inner ball joint assemblies that contain internal cracks in the material structure.
The risk
If the inner ball joint assembly was to break as a result of the internal crack, the tie rod end assembly would not longer be attached to the steering gear box. This would prevent steering control of that front wheel by the separated tie rod which could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the steering gearbox assemblies on these vehicles free of charge. Owners were contacted by telephone beginning on April 8, 2005, and instructed not to drive their vehicles. Hyundai will arrange to pick up and return their vehicles after repair. Owners May contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 05V-187 (05V187000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 069 |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Component | Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly |
| Report date | April 28, 2005 |
| Owners notified | April 8, 2005 |
| Vehicles affected | 277 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the steering
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 05V-187 repair free?
Yes. Hyundai dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the steering gearbox assemblies on these vehicles free of charge. Owners were contacted by telephone beginning on April 8, 2005, and instructed not to drive their vehicles.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 277 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.