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Recall 18V-715

Hyundai Motor America recalled the 2019 Hyundai Santa FE: Air bags (side/window).

At a glance

Campaign number
18V-715
Reported
October 11, 2018
Vehicles affected
8,204 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles. The Side Curtain Air Bag (SCAB) mounting bolts may interfere with and damage the air bags during deployment.

The risk

In the event of a crash, if the air bags become damaged during deployment they may not inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover over the SCAB installation bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-[removed]. Hyundai's number for this recall is 177.

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