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Recall 18V-118

Hyundai Motor America recalled the 2018 Hyundai Santa FE: Steering (steering wheel/handle bar).

At a glance

Campaign number
18V-118
Reported
February 17, 2018
Vehicles affected
41,070 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is 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.

The risk

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

The 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 began on March 26, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-[removed]. Hyundai's number for this recall is 173.

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