REC-000620

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2012–2016 HYUNDAI SANTA FE

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Hyundai Motor Company Aust Pty Ltd

Recall date: 8 August 2017

Defect

The secondary bonnet latch cable has a risk of being corroded. If this occurs, it may fail to engage the secondary latch.

Hazard

If the bonnet is not secured correctly there is a risk of the bonnet lifting while the vehicle is in motion. This will restrict the driver's visibility, posing a risk of injury to the vehicle occupants and other road users.

Remedy

Affected owners will be contacted by direct mail, advising them to contact their local Hyundai dealer to arrange an appointment for the inspection and repair of the vehicle. For Hyundai dealer locations and Service department contact details consumers can go to www.hyundai.com.au/dealer. Consumers can also contact the Customer Care Centre on 1800 186 306 for further information.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Hyundai Motor Company Aust Pty Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-000620