| Issue ID | 1387486 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11001497 |
| Manufacurer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Brand | HYUNDAI |
| Model | SANTA FE |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| File date | 12/05/07 |
| Component | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Takata recall. Over 200 complaints have been filed with hyundai dealerships on this defect. Fuel level sensors fail after warranty, usually arournd 80,000 milles. Fuel gauge levels drop to zero and check engine light comes on. Even with full tank. Vehicle fails inspection and dealer correction is up to $800. Some vehicles have run out of fuel on the hiway. Dealers have acknowledged flaw endemic to this model. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 85000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | JOLIET, IL |
| VIN pattern | XXXXXX |
| 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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