Santa FE

All recall notices.

1. Some vehicles may have an instrument cluster operational concern whilst driving the vehicle

   R/2026/146 · 2 Apr 2026

   2 Apr 2026

   Defect

   Some vehicles may face a concern where the instrument cluster panel may reboot during vehicle operation potentially resulting in a blank instrument cluster display screen.

   Remedy

   To correct this an ‘Over the Air ‘ software update to the vehicles will be deployed remotely.

   Build window

   Built 1 Jul 2025 – 24 Oct 2025

   ~1,143 vehicles affected

2. The main floor wiring harness could become damaged due to contact with the second-row bench seat folding hinge assembly. This may result in a malfunction of the supplemental restraint system.

   R/2024/341 · 16 Sep 2024

   16 Sep 2024

   Defect

   Some Santa Fe (MX5) vehicles may experience the main floor wiring harness becoming damaged due to contact with the second-row bench seat folding hinge assembly.

   Remedy

   The affected vehicles will be inspected and the main wiring harness will be secured and routed as specified within the Technical Service Bulletin. In the event the main wiring harness is damaged the main floor wire harness will be replaced

   Build window

   Built 15 Mar 2024 – 4 Jul 2024

   ~173 vehicles affected

3. The main floor wiring harness could become damaged due to contact with the second-row bench seat folding hinge assembly. This may result in a malfunction of the supplemental restraint system.

   R/2024/341 · 16 Sep 2024

   16 Sep 2024

   Defect

   Some Santa Fe (MX5) vehicles may experience the main floor wiring harness becoming damaged due to contact with the second-row bench seat folding hinge assembly.

   Remedy

   The affected vehicles will be inspected and the main wiring harness will be secured and routed as specified within the Technical Service Bulletin. In the event the main wiring harness is damaged the main floor wire harness will be replaced

   Build window

   Built 15 Mar 2024 – 4 Jul 2024

   ~557 vehicles affected

4. A potential safety defect has been identified which could occur within the ABS control unit. The ABS control unit within the affected VIN range could experience an electrical short circuit.

   R/2024/309 · 9 Sep 2024

   9 Sep 2024

   Defect

   On affected vehicles the HECU (Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit) for the ABS could experience an electrical short circuit with a potential that the malfunction indicator light may become illuminated (MIL and /or ABS light) and a burning smell may emanate from the engine compartment and the HECU components.

   Remedy

   The affected vehicles will have a low-capacity fuse installed within the engine compartment junction box

   Build window

   Built 28 Nov 2011 – 31 Oct 2014

   ~5,306 vehicles affected

5. THE ABS CONTROL UNIT WITHIN THE AFFECTED VIN RANGE COULD EXPERIENCE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT

   R/2022/128 · 1 Jun 2022

   1 Jun 2022

   Defect

   The ABS control unit within the affected VIN range could experience an electrical short. Hyundai have put advice in the interim letter for the registered keeper is to park the vehicle in an outdoor location allowing space around it until the recall is complete.

   Remedy

   Replace the under-bonnet fuse box multi-fuse which controls the ABS control unit to a lower fuse amperage rating.

   Build window

   Built 2 Jun 2015 – 18 Jan 2018

   ~80,559 vehicles affected

6. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER LIQUID-CRYSTAL DISPLAY PANEL IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED WITH INCORRECT SPECIFICATION RESISTORS

   R/2022/151 · 23 May 2022

   23 May 2022

   Defect

   The instrument panel cluster liquid-crystal display panel in the subject vehicles may have been manufactured with incorrect specification resistors.

   Remedy

   Replace the instrument cluster assembly.

   Build window

   Built 18 Oct 2021 – 6 Dec 2021

   ~36 vehicles affected

7. IN THE EVENT OF eCALL TRIGGER THE VIN NUMBER INFORMATION MAY NOT BE SENT

   R/2021/014 · 22 Feb 2021

   22 Feb 2021

   Defect

   The vehicle VIN information may not be registered correctly within the eCall unit.

   Remedy

   Register the VIN information within the vehicle by resetting the E-call unit and updating.

   Build window

   Built 1 Sep 2020 – 14 Dec 2020

   ~1,879 vehicles affected

8. THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM MODULE REMAINS ENERGIZED WHEN VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF

   R/2020/223 · 4 Sep 2020

   4 Sep 2020

   Defect

   There could be an increased risk of a �key off� engine compartment fire.

   Remedy

   Install a relay in the main vehicle fuse box to stop the live positive feed to the ABS module with �key off�.

   Build window

   Built 16 Mar 2005 – 22 Sep 2009

   ~9,654 vehicles affected

9. CURTAIN AIR BAG MAY NOT INFLATE CORRECTLY IF DEPLOYED

   R/2018/299 · 19 Nov 2018

   19 Nov 2018

   Defect

   The cushion within the curtain airbag maybe damaged when it is deployed.

   Remedy

   On affected vehicles a rubber pad has to be attached to the curtain airbag mounting bolt.

   Build window

   Built 1 Sep 2017 – 14 Aug 2018

   ~239 vehicles affected

10. STEERING WHEEL MAY DETACH

    R/2018/104 · 1 May 2018

    1 May 2018

    Defect

    On affected vehicles when the steering wheel is turned form lock to lock it will be possible for the outer rim of the steering wheel to break away from the boss. If this occurs the vehicle cannot be steered by the driver.

    Remedy

    The steering wheel airbag must be removed to determine the lot number of the steering wheel. If found to be faulty the steering wheel will be replaced.

    Build window

    Built 15 Jun 2017 – 25 Jan 2018

    ~304 vehicles affected

11. FUEL MAY LEAK

    R/2018/007 · 29 Jan 2018

    29 Jan 2018

    Defect

    On vehicles fitted with the high power R diesel engine fuel may leak from the fuel feed pipe connection at the high pressure pump. Drivers would feel a lack of power from the engine and possibly smell diesel.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles replace the feed pipe with a new version.

    Build window

    Built 1 Sep 2011 – 2 Nov 2011

    ~132 vehicles affected

12. BONNET MAY OPEN UNEXPECTEDLY

    R/2017/250 · 16 Oct 2017

    16 Oct 2017

    Defect

    Water ingress into the bonnet release cable may cause corrosion and affect the operation of the cable which could lead to unintentional opening of the bonnet.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles the upper bonnet catch cable will be replaced with a new modified cable with better seals at the end of the cable.

    Build window

    Built 1 Jan 2012 – 1 Jul 2016

    ~12,380 vehicles affected

13. BRAKE LIGHTS MAY MALFUNCTION

    R/2013/056 · 5 Jun 2013

    5 Jun 2013

    Defect

    The vehicles brake lights may intermittently malfunction due to carbonisation of the contacts within the brake light switch. This can also affect other systems on the vehicle including: ESC cruise control gear selection (autoboxes) engine check lamp.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicle that are likely to be affected to replace the brake light switch.

    Build window

    Built 1 Apr 2001 – 31 Jul 2011

    ~87,795 vehicles affected

14. FUEL MAY LEAK

    R/2012/018 · 16 Apr 2012

    16 Apr 2012

    Defect

    It is possible for the engine cover to contact the two bulkhead panel to engine fuel hoses. If contact is made it is possible that the hose could chafe through and leak.

    Remedy

    Recall vehicles likely to be affected to inspect the fuel hoses and where necessary fit a securing clip. If the hose is damaged a new hose and clip will be fitted.

    Build window

    Built 1 Sep 2009 – 13 Dec 2011

    ~9,989 vehicles affected

15. SUSPENSION MAY FAIL

    R/2010/091 · 20 Sep 2010

    20 Sep 2010

    Defect

    Trajet and Sante Fe - Corrosion may build up and weaken the rear suspension arms to an extent where they could fail and the directional control of the vehicle could be affected. Sante Fe models additionally have a similar concern with the front sub-frame.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to test the thickness of the metal of the suspension arms. If the corrosion is not too advanced the arms/sub-frame will be wax oiled. If the corrosion is advanced the suspension arms will have to be changed.

    Build window

    Built 27 Jan 2003 – 3 Jun 2003

    ~16,927 vehicles affected

16. SUSPENSION MAY FAIL

    R/2010/091 · 20 Sep 2010

    20 Sep 2010

    Defect

    Trajet and Sante Fe - Corrosion may build up and weaken the rear suspension arms to an extent where they could fail and the directional control of the vehicle could be affected. Sante Fe models additionally have a similar concern with the front sub-frame.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to test the thickness of the metal of the suspension arms. If the corrosion is not too advanced the arms/sub-frame will be wax oiled. If the corrosion is advanced the suspension arms will have to be changed.

    Build window

    Built 1 Jan 2000 – 26 Jan 2003

    ~16,927 vehicles affected

17. POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK

    R/2003/166 · 5 Jan 2004

    5 Jan 2004

    Defect

    On Diesel engined vehicles it is possible for the water separator sensor to leak which in turn causes a diesel fuel leak.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and check water separtaor for damage and replace where necessary.

    Build window

    Built 24 Mar 2003 – 17 Jun 2003

    ~711 vehicles affected

18. POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK AND ENGINE SHUTDOWN.

    R/2003/109 · 22 Aug 2003

    22 Aug 2003

    Defect

    The threaded portion of the water separator sensor sub assembly in the fuel filter may break if overtightened when fitting the sensor to the fuel filter housing following draining. This could result in a fuel leak and unscheduled shut down of the engine.

    Remedy

    Examine the water separator sensor for damage and replace where necessary. In addition issue technical information to the dealers giving details of the torque specification for this component.

    Build window

    Affected build dates not specified

    ~419 vehicles affected

19. POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK

    R/2003/062 · 24 Jun 2003

    24 Jun 2003

    Defect

    Flexible fuel inlet and return pipes (5 of) may split resulting in a serious fuel leak.

    Remedy

    Renew all potentially affected fuel pipes.

    Build window

    Affected build dates not specified

    ~352 vehicles affected