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2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Recall

Hyundai Santa Fe Recall service at Courtesy Hyundai of Tampa in Tampa, FL

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Recall Summary

7 recalls found · All repairs FREE

Seat Belt

FREE2 OPEN RECALLS

NHTSA campaign 16V145000 · 34,200 vehicles affected

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured September 1, 2015 to February 12, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the wires in the front seat belt buckle harnesses may be damaged by the seat's height adjuster mechanism, resulting in a failure to provide an audible warning when front seat occupants do not fasten their seat belts. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 2

Consequence

Without a warning to remind the front seat occupants that their seat belts are not buckled, they may forget to buckle their seat belt, increasing their risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Corrective Action

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reroute the wires in the front seat belt buckle harnesses to their proper locations, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 141.

Seat Belt2

FREE2 OPEN RECALLS

NHTSA campaign 16V145000 · 34,200 vehicles affected

Defect

Consequence

Without a warning to remind the front seat occupants that their seat belts are not buckled, they may forget to buckle their seat belt, increasing their risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Corrective Action

Electrical System Wiring1

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 16V842000 · 5,669 vehicles affected

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Tucson vehicles manufactured May 19, 2015, to November 14, 2016, and 2017 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured November 28, 2015, to November 14, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness that, due to a malfunction of the tow hitch module, may result, in the trailer brake lights being constantly illuminated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehic

Consequence

If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected accessory trailer hitch wiring harnesses, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 13, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 153.

Tire Pressure1

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 17V142000 · 190 vehicles affected

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The affected vehicles have a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that may not have been set in the correct mode during vehicle assembly, and therefore will not provide an appropriate warning in the event of an underinflated tire. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 138, Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems.

Consequence

An underinflated inflated tire can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the TPMS sensors, free of charge. The recall is expected to being March 31, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for the recall is 159.

Hood Latch2

FREE2 OPEN RECALLS

NHTSA campaign 17V358000 · 437,400 vehicles affected

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

Corrective Action

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary latch cable, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 30, 2017. Owner's may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for the recall is 163.

Engine1

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 17V578000 · 420 vehicles affected

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Santa Fe vehicles equipped with 3.3L engines. The crankshaft assemblies may have been produced with surface irregularities in the crankshaft pin, causing engine bearing wear.

Consequence

The engine bearing wear may cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Hyundai will notify all owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the engine, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 168.

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Frequently Asked Questions

5 common questions answered

What recalls has NHTSA issued for the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe?

NHTSA has issued seven recalls involving the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe: Seat Belt, Electrical System Wiring, Tire Pressure, Hood Latch, and Engine.
Seat Belt recalls address a potentially damaged buckle-warning wire harness and a driver’s seat belt anchor bolt that may not be sufficiently tightened.
Electrical System Wiring concerns certain accessory trailer hitch harnesses that may keep trailer brake lights illuminated.
Tire Pressure concerns a TPMS that may not provide an appropriate underinflation warning.
Hood Latch recalls address a secondary latch cable that may corrode and bind, while the Engine recall concerns possible crankshaft-related bearing wear and stalling.

How do I check if my 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe has an open recall?

You can check your 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe by entering its VIN at NHTSA.gov or by getting a free VIN check at our service department.
Courtesy Hyundai of Tampa can review the manufacturer’s open recall records and explain the next step.
If a recall is open, schedule an appointment for the manufacturer-specified remedy.

How much does a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe recall repair cost?

A 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe recall repair costs nothing when completed by an authorized franchise dealer as a manufacturer safety remedy.
The inspection, repair, or replacement prescribed by the manufacturer is performed at no charge to the owner.

Can an independent shop fix a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe recall?

No; only an authorized franchise dealer performs the manufacturer remedy for a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe at no charge.
Courtesy Hyundai of Tampa has factory-trained technicians, manufacturer diagnostic tools, and OEM parts for applicable Hyundai recall repairs.

Does an open recall affect the trade-in value of the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe?

Buyers and dealers check recall status, so completing an open recall can make the trade-in process easier; visit our trade-in page to get started.
Recall repairs are separate from vehicle appraisal, but resolving an open safety campaign helps document that the manufacturer remedy was completed.

Recall Service & Dealership Highlights

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NHTSA recall information identifies safety concerns involving the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe’s seat belt system, trailer hitch wiring, tire pressure monitoring, hood latch, and 3.3L engine. A damaged seat belt warning harness may fail to alert an occupant, while an unsecured anchor could come loose in a collision. Trailer brake lights that stay illuminated may confuse other drivers, and an incorrect TPMS setting may fail to warn of low tire pressure. A binding hood latch cable could allow the hood to open while driving. Engine bearing wear may cause stalling. Waiting can leave these risks unresolved, so check your VIN and arrange the appropriate remedy promptly.

Hyundai Expertise Nearby

Courtesy Hyundai of Tampa provides authorized Hyundai recall service for drivers throughout Tampa, West Tampa, Town ’n’ Country, Carrollwood, Temple Terrace, and nearby communities. Our factory-trained technicians follow the manufacturer’s repair procedures with Hyundai diagnostic tools and OEM parts. Depending on the VIN and campaign, the remedy may involve an inspection, wiring correction, anchor verification, sensor replacement, latch cable replacement, or engine inspection and replacement as necessary. Covered manufacturer safety recall repairs are completed at no charge to the owner. Visit Courtesy Hyundai of Tampa at 3810 W. Hillsborough Avenue in Tampa, FL, for trusted local support.

Start With a Free VIN Check

Begin by locating your VIN and contacting Courtesy Hyundai of Tampa, even if you are unsure whether a recall repair was completed. Our team can check the VIN against open manufacturer recall records, explain any applicable campaign, and help you bring the vehicle in for the required remedy. When you are ready, schedule service or schedule an appointment online. A free check can clarify your next step, and completing an open safety remedy promptly helps you drive with greater confidence. Call 813-285-5062 for assistance from our Tampa service team.