| Issue ID | 1133674 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10659599 |
| Manufacurer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Brand | HYUNDAI |
| Model | SANTA FE |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| File date | 17/11/14 |
| Component | VISIBILITY/WIPER |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Drivers side visor came down in heavy traffic thus blocking the view of the roadway. Visor ultimately fell completely off with only wires dangling. A crash was barely avoided had it not been accomplished by a young experienced female driver. Within 30 minutes the passenger side visor did the same although it held on by the wires. This occurred with a passenger occupying the seat. This situation in front of the driver nearly caused a pileup on the busiest stretch of freeway in reno nevada know as the spaghetti bowl. According to other owners of the same type vehicle they have encountered a similar situation. Hyundai and the dealerships should be held accountable and libel for any such causes of past, present or future incidents and an immediate recall issued before any further loss of property or life. Documentation on the internet confirm that dealerships and manufacture are aware. Repair should be made at the manufacturers expense as this is a defect in workmanship and product. At least, an announcement to the public should be made regarding this extreme hazard to the driver and other motorists. This complaint has been documented 11/20/14. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 81000 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | FALLON, NV |
| VIN pattern | 5NMSG73D37HXXXXXX |
| 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 |
| Was part original equipment? | |
| No. of injured persons | 0 |
| No. of fatalities | 0 |
| Date of purchase | 06/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Drive train type | AWD |
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| Vehicle speed | 65 |
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