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Our severity:SevereNHTSA·17V577000·Announced 2017-09-20

Hyundai Recalls 2018 Santa Fe Sport Vehicles for Front Coil Spring Defect

Hyundai is recalling 2018 Santa Fe Sport vehicles because improperly manufactured front coil springs may fracture, potentially puncturing tires and causing loss of control.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (front coil springs) that can lead to loss of vehicle control and a crash, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe (4) rating.

Plain-English summary

Hyundai Motor America is recalling certain 2018 Santa Fe Sport vehicles due to a defect in the front coil springs. The springs may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause them to fracture under certain loads while driving.

If a coil spring fractures, it can puncture the tire, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

All affected vehicles are currently unsold on dealer lots. Dealers will replace both front coil springs free of charge prior to the vehicle's sale. The recall began on November 6, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORT
Brand
HYUNDAI
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Category
Vehicle — SUV
Hazard
Affected units
197

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • SANTA FE SPORT

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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