NHTSA Complaint #11549213 — 2013 HYUNDAI SANTA FE STEERING

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11549213
Vehicle	2013 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	September 22, 2023
Date Filed	October 10, 2023
Mileage	119,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	PA

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle had lost power causing the vehicle to decrease in speed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer to be diagnosed where it was informed that the failure was due to a faulty rod bearing. The vehicle had not been replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and determined that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 119,000.

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