HYUNDAI 2018 HYUNDAI SANTA FE Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2018 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
Brand
HYUNDAI
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2018
Hyundai Motor America is recalling certain 2018 HYUNDAI SANTA FE vehicles due to steering: steering wheel/handle bar issues. A steering wheel separation while driving can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The steering wheel assembly may break, possibly resulting in the steering wheel separating from the steering column while driving.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A steering wheel separation while driving can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will check the production lot number of the steering wheel assembly, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 26, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 173.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026