2001-2003 Hyundai Santa Fe recall: rear

Hyundai Motor Company reported this safety recall on April 16, 2009. It covers about 83,355 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 83,355
reported: Apr 16, 2009
owners notified: Jul 17, 2009
related complaints: 191

Suspension: rear

What is wrong: Hyundai is recalling 83,355 my 2001-2003 santa fe vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. Road salt applied in these jurisdictions during the winter months may result in progressive, internal corrosion of the rear trailing arms, which could lead to thinning or perforation of the rear trailing arm steel. Owners may see or feel slight to moderate changes in vehicle operation which will increase if the vehicle is not repaired. These changes include a lowering of vehicle height that can lead to tire misalignment and steering pull. Owners may also notice a creaking sound.
Risk: If the corrosion is allowed to progress, the rear trailing arm may fracture while driving, thereby increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear trailing arms for internal corrosion damage. If specified levels of corrosion damage are found, the rear trailing arms will be replaced. Rear trailing arms that do not require replacement will have drainage holes added and will be treated with rust-proofing material to arrest the corrosion process. Inspection, treatment and replacement procedures will be conducted at no cost to owners. The recall is expected to begin during may 2009. Owners may contact the hyundai customer assistance center at 1‑800‑633‑5151.

Recall number 09V123000

Affected vehicles

Hyundai Santa Fe 2001-2003 2001 2002 2003

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 191 complaints about suspension problems.

2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe

Questions about recall 09V123000

Is there a recall on the 2001-2003 Hyundai Santa Fe rear?

Yes. Recall 09V123000, reported on April 16, 2009, covers about 83,355 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V123000?

Dealers will inspect the rear trailing arms for internal corrosion damage. If specified levels of corrosion damage are found, the rear trailing arms will be replaced. Rear trailing arms that do not require replacement will have drainage holes added and will be treated with rust-proofing material to arrest the corrosion process. Inspection, treatment and replacement procedures will be conducted at no cost to owners. The recall is expected to begin during may 2009. Owners may contact the hyundai customer assistance center at 1‑800‑633‑5151.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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