Recall 17V-226
Hyundai Motor America recalled the 2013 to 2014 Hyundai Santa FE Sport and 1 other model: Engine and engine cooling (engine).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 17V-226
- Reported
- March 31, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 572,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Sonata and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.
The risk
Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine, replacing the engine short block, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-[removed]. Hyundai's number for this recall is 162.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Hyundai Santa FE Sport 2013 to 2014
- Hyundai Sonata 2013 to 2014