| Issue ID | 1685657 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11351714 |
| Manufacurer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Brand | HYUNDAI |
| Model | SANTA FE |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| File date | 20/12/17 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Engine seized-needed complete replacement; $3,344 paid to waikem hyundai canton, oh- engine light came while driving and car stalled. Never started again, towed to waikem hyundai, denied warranty coverage stating no proof of adequate oil changes, even though many published reports of hyundai santa fe engine failures. I believe engine recalls exist for 2014, one year away from our 2015- believe issues obviously weren |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 85000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | CANAL FULTON, OH |
| VIN pattern | KM8SM4HF7FUXXXXXX |
| 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? | |
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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 | 45 |
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