NHTSA Recall 18V118000
NHTSA Campaign Id 18V118000; Date: Feb. 17, 2018
A steering wheel separation while driving can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2018 Hyundai Santa Fe; 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport
Component: Steering:wheel And Handle Bar
Manufactured by: Hyundai Motor America
Affected Units:: 43,941
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.
How to Fix:
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 is expected to begin March 16, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 173.
Recall 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.
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