| Issue ID | 1648484 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11312241 |
| Manufacurer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Brand | HYUNDAI |
| Model | SANTA FE |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| File date | 10/02/20 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | The oil light began flickering on and off at random times while driving. Mechanic found that rear seal broke, causing fluid to slowly drip. However, oil was checked and still full. I replaced the rear seal, but oil light continued flashing on and off. There was metallic debris found inside the oil. Come to find out the engine needs replaced. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 98000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | DIX, IL |
| VIN pattern | KM8SMDHF2HUXXXXXX |
| 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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