NHTSA Campaign 18V118000

STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

Issued by Hyundai Motor America · Reported Feb 17, 2018 · 41,070 vehicles affected

What's wrong

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.

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.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
HYUNDAI SANTA FE 2018 41,070

Source: NHTSA Campaign 18V118000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.