Some Santa Fe (CM) vehicles may have an engine that potentially leaks oil from the front cylinder bank’s...

Bulletin number

23-01-076H

Component

Engine and engine cooling

Summary

Some Santa Fe (CM) vehicles may have an engine that potentially leaks oil from the front cylinder bank’s valve cover onto the alternator. Oil could damage the alternator resulting in illumination of the charging system warning lamp and disablement of the charging system. If the vehicle is continually driven without recharging the battery, the engine will eventually shut off, increasing the risk of a crash. This bulletin outlines the procedures to inspect for T-joint leakage and install an oil protector to address this issue.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 207 complaints in the engine category.