Defect Description For Recall
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) Is Recalling Certain 2013-2017 Santa Fe And Santa Fe Sport Vehicles. In The Affected Vehicles, The Secondary Hood Latch Actuating Cable May Corrode And Bind, Causing The Secondary Hood Latch To Remain In The Unlatched Position When The Hood Is Closed.
Make Of Vehicle
HYUNDAI
Model Of Vehicle
SANTA FE SPORT
Year
2014
Recall Campaign Number
17V358000
Component Description
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch
Effect Of Defect
If The Hood Is Not Securely Closed Or The Primary Latch Is Inadvertently Released And The Secondary Latch Is Not Engaged, The Hood Could Unexpectedly Open While Driving, Increasing The Risk Of A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Hyundai Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Secondary Latch Cable, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On August 4, 2017. Owner’S May Contact Hyundai Customer Service At 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai’S Number For The Recall Is 163.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Start Of Manufacture
20120717
End Of Manufacture
20160702
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
437400
Date Owners Notified
20170804
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Date Report Received
20170605
Make Campaign Number
163