2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata Recalled for Shift Cable Issue
The Hyundai Sonata is certainly getting a lot of recall attention.
After a pair of recalls were issued on the new 2015 Sonata, a new recall now affects the 2011-2014 Sonata sedan. Affecting a total of 883,000 units, the issue involves the shift cable becoming disconnected, preventing the Sonata from being shifted out of park or the vehicle can roll after parking. The Korean automaker announced that it has received 1,171 warranty claims related to the issue.
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Dealerships will inspect affected vehicles and if necessary repair the connection between the shift cable and shift lever, free of charge.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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LOL!
They are doing the right thing issuing a recall instead of waiting for Consumer Reports to beg them like Toyota with their hybrid Camry brakes