Hyundai Motor America | 2018 hyundai santa fe and santa fe sport vehicles | NHTSA Recall #18V118000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V118000 by Hyundai Motor America. Affecting 2018 hyundai santa fe and santa fe sport vehicles Includes 41,070 affected units, Steering Wheel May Detach from Steering Column, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

2018 hyundai santa fe and santa fe sport vehicles

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.

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 Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V118000
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
Report Received Date: 2018-02-17T00:00:00
Subject: Steering wheel may detach from steering column
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 41,070

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 173
Recall Type: Vehicle
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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 96

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NHTSA ID: 18V118000
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Created At: 1741512641
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Updated At: 1741512641
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