In the event of a crash, if the air bags become damaged during deployment they may not inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury.

Air Bags — Side/Window

Date Announced

OCT 11, 2018

Vehicles Affected

8,204

Hyundai Recall #

177

NHTSA Campaign #

18V715000

Summary

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles. The Side Curtain Air Bag (SCAB) mounting bolts may interfere with and damage the air bags during deployment.

Actions

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover over the SCAB installation bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 177.

Documents (10)

• Recall Acknowledgement
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Recall 573 Report
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2018-4
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2019-1
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2019-2
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2019-3
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers, etc.) Dealer Best Practices and FAQ's for Recall 177: 2019 Santa Fe Side Curtain Airbag (TSB #18-01-033.)
• Recall Quarterly Report #5, 2019-4