Hyundai Santa FE Sport recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 31, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Hyundai Motor America recalls 2013–2014 Hyundai Santa FE Sport, Sonata

Recall number

17V226000

Brand / firm

Hyundai

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 572,000 units

Why it was recalled

Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Sonata and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.

What to do

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine, replacing the engine short block, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 162.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.