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  • 02 Apr 2026HYUNDAI SANTA FERef R/2026/146

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

    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.

    Vehicles affected
    1,143
    OEM ref
    61D052
    Build start
    01 Jul 2025
    Build end
    24 Oct 2025
  • 16 Sept 2024HYUNDAI SANTA FERef R/2024/341

    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.

    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

    Vehicles affected
    173
    OEM ref
    41D130
    Build start
    15 Mar 2024
    Build end
    04 Jul 2024
  • 09 Sept 2024HYUNDAI SANTA FERef R/2024/309

    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.

    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

    Vehicles affected
    5,306
    OEM ref
    41D091 / 41DC27 (ix35 (EL)
    Build start
    28 Nov 2011
    Build end
    31 Oct 2014
  • 22 May 2023HYUNDAI SANTA FE TMRef R/2023/126

    The vehicle fuel tank may be manufactured incorrectly which may result in a fuel leak

    Defect

    The vehicle fuel tank may be manufactured incorrectly which may result in a fuel leak.

    Remedy

    Inspect the vehicle fuel tank and replace it if required.

    Vehicles affected
    20
    OEM ref
    21D181
    Build start
    11 Apr 2022
    Build end
    21 Jun 2022
  • 24 Apr 2023HYUNDAI SANTA FE TM PHEVRef R/2023/069

    : Some vehicles may experience an abnormal front seat belt pretensioner deployment during a vehicle impact.

    Defect

    Some vehicles may experience an abnormal front seat belt pretensioner deployment during a vehicle impact.

    Remedy

    Install front seat belt pretensioner protection caps to both front seat belts.

    Vehicles affected
    1,894
    OEM ref
    21D147
    Build start
    18 Jan 2021
    Build end
    16 Aug 2022
  • 24 Apr 2023HYUNDAI SANTA FE TM HEVRef R/2023/069

    : Some vehicles may experience an abnormal front seat belt pretensioner deployment during a vehicle impact.

    Defect

    Some vehicles may experience an abnormal front seat belt pretensioner deployment during a vehicle impact.

    Remedy

    Install front seat belt pretensioner protection caps to both front seat belts.

    Vehicles affected
    1,894
    OEM ref
    21D147
    Build start
    12 Sept 2020
    Build end
    14 Jul 2022
  • 24 Apr 2023HYUNDAI SANTA FE TM PERef R/2023/069

    : Some vehicles may experience an abnormal front seat belt pretensioner deployment during a vehicle impact.

    Defect

    Some vehicles may experience an abnormal front seat belt pretensioner deployment during a vehicle impact.

    Remedy

    Install front seat belt pretensioner protection caps to both front seat belts.

    Vehicles affected
    1,894
    OEM ref
    21D147
    Build start
    25 Jun 2020
    Build end
    13 Aug 2022
  • 10 Apr 2023HYUNDAI SANTA FE TMRef R/2023/068

    Certain vehicles may experience a transmission malfunction resulting in a loss of drive.

    Defect

    Certain vehicles may experience a transmission malfunction resulting in a loss of drive.

    Remedy

    Conduct a software update to the DCT transmission control unit (TCU).

    Vehicles affected
    376
    OEM ref
    21D155
    Build start
    29 Jan 2020
    Build end
    03 Jun 2022
  • 01 Jun 2022HYUNDAI SANTA FERef R/2022/128

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

    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.

    Vehicles affected
    80,559
    OEM ref
    21D011
    Build start
    02 Jun 2015
    Build end
    18 Jan 2018
  • 23 May 2022HYUNDAI SANTA FERef R/2022/151

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

    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.

    Vehicles affected
    36
    OEM ref
    11D231
    Build start
    18 Oct 2021
    Build end
    06 Dec 2021
  • 22 Feb 2021HYUNDAI SANTA FERef R/2021/014

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

    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.

    Vehicles affected
    1,879
    OEM ref
    01D116
    Build start
    01 Sept 2020
    Build end
    14 Dec 2020
  • 04 Sept 2020HYUNDAI SANTA FERef R/2020/223

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

    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�.

    Vehicles affected
    9,654
    OEM ref
    01D025
    Build start
    16 Mar 2005
    Build end
    22 Sept 2009
  • 19 Nov 2018HYUNDAI SANTA FERef R/2018/299

    CURTAIN AIR BAG MAY NOT INFLATE CORRECTLY IF DEPLOYED

    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.

    Vehicles affected
    239
    OEM ref
    81C074
    Build start
    01 Sept 2017
    Build end
    14 Aug 2018
  • 01 May 2018HYUNDAI SANTA FERef R/2018/104

    STEERING WHEEL MAY DETACH

    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.

    Vehicles affected
    304
    OEM ref
    81C012
    Build start
    15 Jun 2017
    Build end
    25 Jan 2018
  • 29 Jan 2018HYUNDAI SANTA FERef R/2018/007

    FUEL MAY LEAK

    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.

    Vehicles affected
    132
    OEM ref
    7100071
    Build start
    01 Sept 2011
    Build end
    02 Nov 2011
  • 16 Oct 2017HYUNDAI SANTA FERef R/2017/250

    BONNET MAY OPEN UNEXPECTEDLY

    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.

    Vehicles affected
    12,380
    OEM ref
    71C006
    Build start
    01 Jan 2012
    Build end
    01 Jul 2016
  • 05 Jun 2013HYUNDAI SANTA FERef R/2013/056

    BRAKE LIGHTS MAY MALFUNCTION

    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.

    Vehicles affected
    87,795
    OEM ref
    31C017
    Build start
    01 Apr 2001
    Build end
    31 Jul 2011
  • 16 Apr 2012HYUNDAI SANTA FERef R/2012/018

    FUEL MAY LEAK

    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.

    Vehicles affected
    9,989
    Build start
    01 Sept 2009
    Build end
    13 Dec 2011
  • 20 Sept 2010HYUNDAI SANTA FERef R/2010/091

    SUSPENSION MAY FAIL

    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.

    Vehicles affected
    16,927
    Build start
    27 Jan 2003
    Build end
    03 Jun 2003
  • 05 Jan 2004HYUNDAI SANTA FERef R/2003/166

    POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK

    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.

    Vehicles affected
    711
    OEM ref
    31b037
    Build start
    24 Mar 2003
    Build end
    17 Jun 2003
  • 22 Aug 2003HYUNDAI SANTA FERef R/2003/109

    POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK AND ENGINE SHUTDOWN.

    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.

    Vehicles affected
    419
  • 24 Jun 2003HYUNDAI SANTA FERef R/2003/062

    POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK

    Defect

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

    Remedy

    Renew all potentially affected fuel pipes.

    Vehicles affected
    352

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