Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The steering wheel assembly may break, possibly resulting in the steering wheel separating from the steering column while driving.
Hyundai Motor America – Steering Wheel May Detach from Steering Column
| Report Received Date | 02/17/2018 |
| NHTSA ID | 18V118000 |
| Consequence Summary | A steering wheel separation while driving can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will check the production lot number of the steering wheel assembly, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 26, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 173. |
| Recall Code | 173 |
| Potentially Affected | 41070 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V118000) |
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