NHTSA Recall # | 131043 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 18V118000 |
MFG Compaign # | 173 |
Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
Supplier | HYUNDAI |
Brand | HYUNDAI |
Model | SANTA FE |
Model Year | 2018 |
Component | STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR |
Date of notification | 26/03/18 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 15/06/17 |
End date of manufacturing | 28/12/17 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 17/02/18 |
Report created | 21/02/18 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 41070 |
Defect summary | Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 hyundai santa fe and santa fe sport vehicles. The steering wheel assembly may break, possibly resulting in the steering wheel separating from the steering column while driving. |
Consequence summary | A steering wheel separation while driving can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will check the production lot number of the steering wheel assembly, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on march 26, 2018. Owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 173. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |