CarRecallWatch- Component
- SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the bolt for the driver's seat belt anchor might not have been sufficiently tightened during assembly.
- Risk
- If the bolt was not sufficiently tightened, driver's seat belt may come unanchored in a collision, increasing the risk of injury to the occupant.
- Remedy
- Hyundai will notify owners and dealers will verify that the driver's seatbelt anchor is properly secured, free of charge. The recall began July 7, 2017. Owner's may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for the recall is 165.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
A bolt securing the driver's seat belt anchor may not have been tightened enough during assembly. If the bolt is loose, the seat belt could come unanchored in a collision, raising the risk of injury to the driver.
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will check that the driver's seat belt anchor is properly secured. The inspection and any needed repair are free of charge at an authorized Hyundai dealer. You can also check your VIN for open recalls and contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151, referencing recall number 165.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Hyundai Santa FE Sport | 2017 |
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