2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Recall: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V118000 | Component: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

Recall 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.

Safety Consequence

A steering wheel separation while driving can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Related Information

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Source: NHTSA Safety Recall 18V118000