NHTSARecalled Aug 12, 2013 · #13V355000
Right Front Axle Shaft Can Fracture
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2013 front wheel drive Santa Fe Sport vehicles manufactured July 13, 2012, through March 12, 2013; and equipped with 2.4 liter engines. Due to a manufacturing issue, the right front axle shaft may fracture. A fractured front axle may result in a loss of power to the wheels. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked without the parking brake applied, it may roll away. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Product details
- Product
- Right Front Axle Shaft Can Fracture
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Model numbers
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What you should do
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle shaft assembly, free of charge. The recall began on September 19, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai Custom Care Center at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall number is 112.