The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·17V578000·Announced 2017-09-20

Hyundai Recalls 2017 Santa Fe Vehicles Due to Engine Bearing Wear Risk

Hyundai is recalling 2017 Santa Fe vehicles with 3.3L engines because crankshaft surface irregularities may cause engine bearing wear and vehicle stalling.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (crankshaft irregularities) that may cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects and significant injury risk.

Plain-English summary

Hyundai Motor America is recalling certain 2017 Santa Fe vehicles equipped with 3.3L engines. The recall addresses a defect where crankshaft assemblies may have been produced with surface irregularities in the crankshaft pin, which can cause engine bearing wear.

This engine bearing wear may cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall began on November 6, 2017.

Hyundai will notify all owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the engine, as necessary, free of charge. 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
Brand
HYUNDAI
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Category
Vehicle — Engine
Hazard
Affected units
420

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

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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