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2007 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited AWD XM

SAFETY FEATURES
 
  • Driver Airbag
  • Seat Mounted Front Side Airbags
  • Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor
  • Front Passenger Airbag
  • Front and Rear Side Head Curtain Airbags Located In Roof
  • Front and Rear Automatic Locking Retractors
  • L A T C H
  • Front and Rear Crumple Zones
  • Front Active Head Restraints
  • Front Seatbelt Height Adjusters
  • Rear 3-Point Center Seatbelt
  • Front and Rear 3-Point Seatbelts
  • Front Pretensioners With Force Limiters
  • Side Guard Door Beams
 
Crash Test Results for the 2007 Hyundai Models:
Car Frontal Star Rating Side Star Rating Rollover
Resistance
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Driver Pass. Front Seat Rear Seat
2007 Hyundai Accent Not
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2007 Hyundai Accent 55434
2007 Hyundai Azera 44544
2007 Hyundai Elantra 55444
2007 Hyundai Entourage 55554
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 55554
2007 Hyundai Sonata 55554
2007 Hyundai Tiburon 544Not
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2007 Hyundai Tucson 55554
2007 Hyundai Veracruz 55554
 
Service Bulletins for 2007 Hyundai Veracruz Limited AWD XM
2007 HYUNDAI SANTA FE:

Bulletin Number: 01011901
INSERTION OF WASHER BETWEEN FRONT HUB AND DRIVE SHAFT. *KB

Bulletin Number: 0620002
3.3L & 3.8L TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER - PART UPDATE. *KB

Bulletin Number: 06400081
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SHIFT LEVER WILL NOT SHIFT OUT OF PARK. *KB

Bulletin Number: 0650011
INSERTION OF WASHER BETWEEN FRONT HUB AND DRIVESHAFT. *KB

Bulletin Number: 0650014
ADJUSTABLE BRAKE PEDAL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION PRCEDURE. *KB

Bulletin Number: 0736008
ECM UPDATE - MIL (MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP) ON WITH DTC P0110 OR P0300, EVEN THOUGH THERE ARE NO SYSTEM FAULTS. *NJ

Bulletin Number: 0750005
INSERTION OF WASHER BETWEEN FRONT HUB AND DRIVESHAFT. *KB

Bulletin Number: 0760004
TAILGATE GARNISH CONTACTS THE TAILGATE. PROCEDURES TO REPAIR IF CONTACT HAS OCCURED. *KB

Bulletin Number: 0790003
FRONT IMPACT SENSOR (FIS) CODE B1327 AND B1332 DIAGNOSTICS. *KB

Bulletin Number: 08-01-004
TRAILER HITCH WIRING HARNESS REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (CAMPAIGN 082). *NJ

Bulletin Number: 085A
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Bulletin Number: 08-FL-003
ECM UPDATED - (EP) ENTOURAGE AND (CM) SANTA FE 3.3L MIL ON WITH DTC P0110, P0128 & P0300. *NJ

Bulletin Number: 08-FL-004
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT P2135 DTC DIAGNOSIS -- SOME 2006-2007 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.7L, 3.3L, OR 3.8L ENGINES. *NJ

Bulletin Number: 12-ST-002
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Bulletin Number: 183
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT P2135 DTC DIAGNOSIS - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.7L, 3.3L, OR 3.8L ENGINES. *NJ

Bulletin Number: 19-AT-012H
This TSB provides a procedure to diagnose and repair a transaxle for the following Incorrect Ratio DTC (transaxle clutch slipping more than 200 rpm in gear).

Bulletin Number: 19-BR-001H(1)
This bulletin provides information on the rear wheel speed sensor for Santa Fe (CM), Santa Fe / XL (NC), Santa Fe Sport (AN), and Veracruz (EN) vehicles equipped with front wheel drive (FWD). The rear wheel speed sensor is available as a se

Bulletin Number: 19-BR-001H(1)
This bulletin provides information on the rear wheel speed sensor for Santa Fe (CM), Santa Fe / XL (NC), Santa Fe Sport (AN), and Veracruz (EN) vehicles equipped with front wheel drive (FWD). The rear wheel speed sensor is available as a se

Bulletin Number: 19-BR-001H(1)
This bulletin provides information on the rear wheel speed sensor for Santa Fe (CM), Santa Fe / XL (NC), Santa Fe Sport (AN), and Veracruz (EN) vehicles equipped with front wheel drive (FWD). The rear wheel speed sensor is available as a se

Bulletin Number: 19-BR-001H-1
This bulletin provides information on the rear wheel speed sensor for Santa Fe (CM), Santa Fe / XL (NC), Santa Fe Sport (AN), and Veracruz (EN) vehicles equipped with front wheel drive (FWD). The rear wheel speed sensor is available as a se

Bulletin Number: 19-FL-003H
This bulletin provides the procedure to write the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) during the replacement of the Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Once the VIN has been programmed to the ECM/PCM, it cannot b

Bulletin Number: 19-FL-003H
This bulletin provides the procedure to write the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) during the replacement of the Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Once the VIN has been programmed to the ECM/PCM, it cannot b

Bulletin Number: 5NP-B6E2P-10
"THE PCM OR TCM CONTAINS LOGIC TO ADJUST SOLENOID DUTY AND LINE PRESSURE AS NEEDED TO COMPENSATE FOR NORMAL CLUTCH WEAR OVER THE LIFE OF THE TRANSAXLE. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURES NECESSARY TO RESET (ERASE) AND RELEARN THE PCM/TCM

Bulletin Number: 5NP-B6E2P-10
"THE PCM OR TCM CONTAINS LOGIC TO ADJUST SOLENOID DUTY AND LINE PRESSURE AS NEEDED TO COMPENSATE FOR NORMAL CLUTCH WEAR OVER THE LIFE OF THE TRANSAXLE. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURES NECESSARY TO RESET (ERASE) AND RELEARN THE PCM/TCM

Bulletin Number: 5NP-J9Y3S-04
In some areas, a vehicle's underbody may exhibit corrosion due to road salt usage. As a precautionary measure, cavity wax coating is applied to the internal surfaces of underbody components, and an undercoating spray is applied to the botto

Bulletin Number: 5NP-P5L7D-05
If you are servicing a vehicle with a harsh and/or delayed shift, use the GDS as shown in the Service Procedure to measure shift engagement time.

Bulletin Number: 5NPU4E5D02
In some areas, a vehicle?s underbody may exhibit corrosion due to road salt usage. As a precautionary measure, cavity wax coating is applied to the internal surfaces of underbody components, and an undercoating spray is applied to the botto

Bulletin Number: 5NP-V3F8T-09
If you are servicing a vehicle with the DTC or symptoms listed below, refer to the Service Procedure to diagnose the condition. ? Diagnostic trouble codes: ? P0705 - Range switch sensor circuit ? P0706 - Range switch range/performance

Bulletin Number: 88-SS-007
HYUNDAI: CHANGE OF LOWER ARM BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY. THE COVER TYPE HAS CHANGED FROM A SEPARATE COMPONENT TO AN INTEGRATED TYPE. *PE

Bulletin Number: SB-09-01-014-1
HYUNDAI: WIRE ATTACHMENT-ENGINE ROOM JUNCTION BOX. VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE FULLY AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (FATC) A OR THE MANUAL HVAC SYSTEM WITH THE OPTIONAL TRIP COMPUTER MAY DISPLAY AN INCORRECT OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE READING.

Bulletin Number: SB-09-01-014-1
HYUNDAI: WIRE ATTACHMENT-ENGINE ROOM JUNCTION BOX. VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE FULLY AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (FATC) A OR THE MANUAL HVAC SYSTEM WITH THE OPTIONAL TRIP COMPUTER MAY DISPLAY AN INCORRECT OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE READING.

Bulletin Number: SB-10-EM-006
HYUNDAI: A REVISED PROCEDURE FOR REPLACING THE TIMING CHAIN TENSIONERS. *RM

Bulletin Number: SCI-936
HYUNDAI: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, FRONT VALVE COVER GASKET AND ALTERNATOR NEEDS INSPECTION AND IF NECESSARY, WILL BE REPLACED DUE TO ENGINE OIL LEAKAGE FROM FRONT CYLINDER BANK VALVE COVER GASKET NEAR WHERE CYLINDER HEAD AND TIMING COVER MATE

Bulletin Number: TSB-08-ST-003
HYUNDAI: POWER STEERING GEAR BOX YOKE KIT INSTALLATION PROCEDURE. IF VEHICLE EXHIBITS A SLIGHT RATTLE NOISE ORIGINATING FROM THE STEERING GEAR BOX WHEN TURNING RIGHT ON UNEVEN ROAD SURFACES, REPLACE THE SUPPORT YOKE AND YOKE SPRING WITH TH

Bulletin Number: TSB-08-ST-003
HYUNDAI: POWER STEERING GEAR BOX YOKE KIT INSTALLATION PROCEDURE. IF VEHICLE EXHIBITS A SLIGHT RATTLE NOISE ORIGINATING FROM THE STEERING GEAR BOX WHEN TURNING RIGHT ON UNEVEN ROAD SURFACES, REPLACE THE SUPPORT YOKE AND YOKE SPRING WITH TH

Bulletin Number: TSB-09-01-014
HYUNDAI: (SERVICE CAMPAIGN T83). SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A TEMPERATURE CONTROL DISPLAY MAY SHOW AN INCORRECT OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE READING. THIS BULLETIN DESCRIBES THE PROCEDURE TO CONNECT TWO WIRES IN THE ENGINE ROOM JUNCTION BOX USING

Bulletin Number: TSB-09-01-014
HYUNDAI: (SERVICE CAMPAIGN T83). SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A TEMPERATURE CONTROL DISPLAY MAY SHOW AN INCORRECT OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE READING. THIS BULLETIN DESCRIBES THE PROCEDURE TO CONNECT TWO WIRES IN THE ENGINE ROOM JUNCTION BOX USING

Bulletin Number: TSB-09-01-015
HYUNDAI: (SERVICE CAMPAIGN T85). CONDUCTING A SERVICE CAMPAIGN TO UPDATE THE ECU SOFTWARE ON CERTAIN VEHICLES. REFLASH THE ECU WITH THE APPROPRIATE FILE LISTED IN THE CHARTS IN THIS TSB. *PE

Bulletin Number: TSB-09-01-018
HYUNDAI SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. STOP LAMP SWITCH REPLACEMENT (CAMPAIGN 092). THIS BULLETIN DESCRIBES THE PROCEDURE TO REMOVE, REPLACE, AND ADJUST THE STOP LAMP SWITCH. *PE

Bulletin Number: TSB-09-01-018
HYUNDAI SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. STOP LAMP SWITCH REPLACEMENT (CAMPAIGN 092). THIS BULLETIN DESCRIBES THE PROCEDURE TO REMOVE, REPLACE, AND ADJUST THE STOP LAMP SWITCH. *PE

Bulletin Number: TSB-09-01-024
HYUNDAI: POWER SEAT SWITCH REPLACEMENT. PROCEDURES TO REPLACE THE POWER SEAT SWITCH SOME VEHICLES. *PE

Bulletin Number: TSB-09-AT-013
HYUNDAI: AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE RANGE SWITCH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0705 (RANGE SWITCH SIGNAL PROBLEMS), P0707 (RANGE SWITCH OPEN CIRCUIT), AND P0708 (RANGE SWITCH SHORT CIRCUIT OR MULTIPLE INPUTS). AN IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED OR IMPROPERLY OP

Bulletin Number: TSB-09-AT-013
HYUNDAI: AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE RANGE SWITCH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0705 (RANGE SWITCH SIGNAL PROBLEMS), P0707 (RANGE SWITCH OPEN CIRCUIT), AND P0708 (RANGE SWITCH SHORT CIRCUIT OR MULTIPLE INPUTS). AN IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED OR IMPROPERLY OP

Bulletin Number: TSB-09-AT-018
HYUNDAI: ATA SOLENOID DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0740, P0741, P0742, P0743, P0746, P0748, P0750, P0755, P0760, P0765, P0770. INCORRECT OPERATION OF THE TRANSAXLE SOLENOIDS MAY RESULT IN THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS-CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED

Bulletin Number: TSB-09-AT-018
HYUNDAI: ATA SOLENOID DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0740, P0741, P0742, P0743, P0746, P0748, P0750, P0755, P0760, P0765, P0770. INCORRECT OPERATION OF THE TRANSAXLE SOLENOIDS MAY RESULT IN THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS-CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED

Bulletin Number: TSB-09-FL-003
HYUNDAI: SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH THE ETC (ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL) SYSTEM RELATED DTC P2135 OR DTC P0638. *PE

Bulletin Number: TSB-09-FL-003-1
HYUNDAI: MIL ON DTC P2135 OR P0638 OR COLD ENGINE RPM FLUCTUATION- TPS REPLACEMENT & ECM UPDATE. SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE EITHER SLIGHT ENGINE RPM FLUCTUATION AT COLD WARM UP OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH THE ETC (ELEC

Bulletin Number: TSB-09-FL-003-1
HYUNDAI: MIL ON DTC P2135 OR P0638 OR COLD ENGINE RPM FLUCTUATION- TPS REPLACEMENT & ECM UPDATE. SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE EITHER SLIGHT ENGINE RPM FLUCTUATION AT COLD WARM UP OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH THE ETC (ELEC

Bulletin Number: TSB09-FL-003-2
HYUNDAI: SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH THE ETC (ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL) SYSTEM RELATED DTC P2135 ( FORCED LIMITED POWER) OR DTC P0638 (POWER MANAGEMENT). *PE

Bulletin Number: TSB09-FL-003-2
HYUNDAI: SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH THE ETC (ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL) SYSTEM RELATED DTC P2135 ( FORCED LIMITED POWER) OR DTC P0638 (POWER MANAGEMENT). *PE

Bulletin Number: TSB-09-SS-006
HYUNDAI: REAR HUB BEARING REPLACEMENT 4WD. THE PROCEDURE TO REPLACE THE REAR HUB BEARINGS ON CERTAIN SANTA FE VEHICLES. THE PROCEDURE INCLUDES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR DUST COVERS INCLUDED IN THE REPLACEMENT HUB BEARING KIT.

Bulletin Number: TSB-10-FL-010
HYUNDAI: DTC P2135/P0638 OR COLD ENGINE RPM FLUCTUATION; TPS REPLACEMENT AND ECM UPDATE. SOME 2.7L, 3.3L OR 3.8L ENGINES IN MODELS IDENTIFIED IN THE APPLICABILITY LIST MAY EXPERIENCE ONE OR MORE OF THE CONDITIONS LISTED. *PE

Bulletin Number: TSB-10-SS-004
HYUNDAI: REAR HUB BEARING REPLACEMENT 4WD. DESCRIBES THE PROCEDURE TO REPLACE THE REAR HUB BEARINGS ON CERTAIN VEHICLES. THE PROCEDURE INCLUDES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR DUST COVERS INCLUDED IN THE REPLACEMENT HUB BEARING KIT. *PE

Bulletin Number: TSB-15-01-031
HYUNDAI: INFORMATION PROCEDURE REGARDING REPLACEMENT OF ALTERNATOR DUE TO OIL CONTAMINATION, LH (FRONT) CYLINDER HEAD COVER GASKET, RESULTING IN NO ALTERNATOR OUTPUT, NO START, NO CRANK OR LOSS OF POWER. MODEL 2007-09 SANTA FE.

 
Recalls for 2007 Hyundai Veracruz Limited AWD XM
2007 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
NHTSA Campaign ID: 08V272000
Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company
Manufacture Dates: 04/19/2006 - 05/29/2008
Potential Units Affected: 88943
Defect Description:
HYUNDAI IS RECALLING 88,943 MY 2007-2008 HYUNDAI SANTA FE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH P235/60R18 TIRES. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE LABELING REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110 "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES." THE BLACK CERTIFICATION LABEL AFFIXED TO THE DRIVER'S SIDE CENTER PILLAR, INCORRECTLY LISTS THE GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATINGS (GAWR).
Consequence:
OVERLOADING YOUR VEHICLE MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT HANDLING AND BRAKING AND MAY CAUSE TIRE DAMAGE, RESULTING IN TIRE FAILURE AND A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Action to take:
HYUNDAI WILL MAIL CORRECTED CERTIFICATION LABELS ALONG WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS TO THE AFFECTED OWNERS. THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 5, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI AT 1-800-633-5151.
2007 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
NHTSA Campaign ID: 06V317000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
Manufacturer: HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates: 07/28/2006 - 08/15/2006
Potential Units Affected: 139
Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE WALL THICKNESS OF THE RIGHT FORWARD BAFFLE OF THE FUEL TANK MAY BE BELOW SPECIFICATIONS.
Consequence:
FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Action to take:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL TANKS AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THEM. ALL VEHICLES ARE EITHER STILL AT THE MANUFACTURING PLANT OR IN DEALERSHIPS. NO VEHICLES HAVE BEEN SOLD TO CONSUMERS.
2007 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
NHTSA Campaign ID: 11V472000
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Manufacturer: HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates: 04/19/2006 - 03/20/2008
Potential Units Affected: 205233
Defect Description:
HYUNDAI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2008 HYUNDAI VERACRUZ VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 26, 2006, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2008, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2008 HYUNDAI SANTA FE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 19, 2006 THROUGH MARCH 20, 2008. THE CLOCK SPRING CONTACT ASSEMBLY FOR THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) MAY BECOME DAMAGED THROUGH USAGE OVER TIME. THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT WILL EXPERIENCE A HIGH RESISTANCE CONDITION, POTENTIALLY CAUSING THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG TO NOT DEPLOY.
Consequence:
IF THE CLOCK SPRING DEVELOPS HIGH RESISTANCE, IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE DRIVERS AIR BAG WILL NOT DEPLOY AND WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY PROTECT THE DRIVER, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURIES.
Action to take:
HYUNDAI DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE VEHICLE'S DRIVER'S AIR BAG CLOCK SPRING CONTACT ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN IN NOVEMBER 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI CUSTOMER CONNECT CENTER AT 1-800-633-5151.
2007 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
NHTSA Campaign ID: 09V122000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:SWITCHES:BRAKE LIGHT
Manufacturer: HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates: 10/20/2006 - 03/31/2007
Potential Units Affected: 532633
Defect Description:
HYUNDAI IS RECALLING 532,633 MY 2006-2007 ACCENT, ENTOURAGE, SONATA, MY 2007 AZERA, ELANTRA AND SANTA FE, MY 2005-2007 TUCSON AND MY 2007-2008 VERACRUZ VEHICLES. THE STOP LAMP SWITCH IN THE AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY MALFUNCTION. A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED OR MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS RELEASED. A STOP LAMP SWITCH MALFUNCTION MAY ALSO AFFECT THE OPERATION OF THE BRAKE-TRANSMISSION SHIFT INTERLOCK FEATURE SO THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTER WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO BE SHIFTED OUT OF THE PARK POSITION. IT MAY ALSO CAUSE THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) MALFUNCTION LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE, AND IT MAY NOT DEACTIVATE THE CRUISE CONTROL WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.
Consequence:
ANY OF THESE MALFUNCTIONS, ALONE OR IN COMBINATION, MAY LEAD TO A CRASH.
Action to take:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 29, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT THE HYUNDAI CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-633-5151.
2007 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
NHTSA Campaign ID: 13V113000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:SWITCHES:BRAKE LIGHT
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company
Manufacture Dates: 04/01/2007 - 07/31/2011
Potential Units Affected: 1712336
Defect Description:
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, model year 2007-2010 Elantra, model year 2007-2011 Santa Fe, model year 2008-2009 Veracruz, model year 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, and model year 2011 Sonata vehicles. In September 2013, Hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,712,336. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake transmission shift interlock feature, preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate.
Consequence:
Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of Park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
Action to take:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.
2007 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
NHTSA Campaign ID: 13V113000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company
Manufacture Dates: 04/01/2007 - 07/31/2011
Potential Units Affected: 1712336
Defect Description:
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, model year 2007-2010 Elantra, model year 2007-2011 Santa Fe, model year 2008-2009 Veracruz, model year 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, and model year 2011 Sonata vehicles. In September 2013, Hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,712,336. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake transmission shift interlock feature, preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate.
Consequence:
Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of Park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
Action to take:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.
2007 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
NHTSA Campaign ID: 12V354000
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company
Manufacture Dates: 04/19/2006 - 07/07/2008
Potential Units Affected: 199118
Defect Description:
Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2009 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured from April 19, 2006, through July 7, 2008. The occupant classification system (OCS) may need recalibration to accurately detect small statured adults.
Consequence:
Improper classification or detection may cause the front passenger airbag not to deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger.
Action to take:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the classification software free of charge. The safety recall began on September 7, 2012. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
 
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