CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Santa Fe vehicles equipped with 3.3L engines. The crankshaft assemblies may have been produced with surface irregularities in the crankshaft pin, causing engine bearing wear.
- Risk
- The engine bearing wear may cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Hyundai will notify all owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the engine, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 168.
- 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
Some crankshaft assemblies may have been made with surface irregularities on the crankshaft pin. Over time, this can cause the engine bearings to wear.
Worn engine bearings can cause the engine to stall while driving, which increases the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. Authorized dealers will inspect the engine and replace it if needed. Hyundai will also notify affected owners. You can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460, and you should check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Hyundai Santa FE | 2017 |
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