Santa Fe (Hyundai) – Windshield Manufacturing Issue (2021)
Check Your Product
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 visibility:windshield issues. A windshield that detaches from a vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Santa Fe, 2021 Sonata, and Elantra vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A windshield that detaches from a vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will remove and reinstall the front windshield panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 216.
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