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Front Coil Springs may Fracture and Puncture Tire
If the coil spring fractures, it can puncture the tire, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V577
Manufacturer Hyundai Motor America
Components SUSPENSION
Potential Number of Units Affected 197
Summary
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.
Remedy
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. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai’s number for this recall is 167.
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 towww.safercar.gov.