NHTSA Complaint #11579244 — 2017 HYUNDAI SANTA FE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11579244
Vehicle	2017 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
Component	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Date of Incident	January 30, 2023
Date Filed	March 25, 2024
Mileage	140,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	SC

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH, there was a knocking sound coming from the engine, and the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the residence. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the camshaft assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

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