Springs: coil springsRecall 17V-577 · 2018 Hyundai Santa FE Sport
Hyundai Motor America recall 17V-577 covers 197 2018 Hyundai Santa FE Sport for a springs: coil springs problem, reported to NHTSA on September 20, 2017. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q1) shows 98% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 17V577000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The front coil springs may have been improperly manufactured and, as a result, may fracture under certain loads while driving.
The risk
If the coil spring fractures, it can puncture the tire, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
All of the affected vehicles are currently unsold on dealer lots. Dealers will replace both front coil springs, free of charge prior to the vehicle's sale. The recall began November 6, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 167.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
98%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from August 25, 2017 to September 6, 2017. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.