Hyundai Santa Fe (Hyundai) – Airbag Sensor Malfunction (2021)
This product may cause injury under certain conditions.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2021 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
Brand
HYUNDAI
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2021
Hyundai Motor America is recalling certain 2021 HYUNDAI SANTA FE vehicles due to air bags:sensor:occupant classification:front passenger issues. In the event of a crash, deployment of the front passenger air bag, with a child in that seat, can increase the risk of injury to the child..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Santa Fe vehicles. The Occupant Detection System (ODS) module may not deactivate the air bag upon detection of a child restraint system in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
In the event of a crash, deployment of the front passenger air bag, with a child in that seat, can increase the risk of injury to the child.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ODS module, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been remedied as of May 12, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 202.
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