| Issue ID | 1338432 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10929702 |
| Manufacurer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Brand | HYUNDAI |
| Model | SANTA FE |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| File date | 01/12/16 |
| Component | WHEELS |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Continental crosstrack lx sport 235-55-19 tire had a loud bumping noise coming from the right front tire. Also had noise sounding like wheel bearing noise at all speeds up to 70 mph. Replaced tire with another brand. All noise went away after replacing tire. Close inspection of tire inside and outside revieled no defects other than a raised area where belt comes together. These tires need futher investigation by experts to determine safety aspects of these tires. Vehicle was in motion on all types of roads up to 70 mph. Even at 20 mph the tire was making a bump,bump noise. Tire was not out of balance. Recommend all these tires be recalled due to safety concerns. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 70000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | SUMTER, SC |
| VIN pattern | 5XYZW3LA4DGXXXXXX |
| 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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| Vehicle speed | 70 |
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