| Issue ID | 1373524 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10980533 |
| Manufacurer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Brand | HYUNDAI |
| Model | SANTA FE |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| File date | 19/12/16 |
| Component | STRUCTURE:BODY |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2007 hyundai santa fe. The contact stated that the dealer serviced the vehicle by providing coating on the front and rear axles of the frame. However, the main portion of the frame (from front to back) had extensive rust, corrosion, and holes. The mechanic notified the technicians at the dealer, but they failed to notify the contact and provide further coating to the frame. The manufacturer indicated that the rust and corrosion were too extensive to repair the vehicle. The contact was informed that they may provide a buy back or a trade in option. The contact had not yet received a response from the manufacturer regarding a solution. The failure mileage was not available. |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | OAK LAWN, IL |
| VIN pattern | 5NMSH13E27HXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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