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.

Air Bags — Air Bag/Restraint Control Module
Air Bags — Sensor — Occupant Classification — Front Passenger

Summary

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."

Actions

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.

Documents (4)

• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2021-3
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2021-2
• Noncompliance Notice 573 Report
• Recall Acknowledgement

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