Recall 17V142 affects 190 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles with TPMS sensors set incorrectly. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai dealer.
Hyundai is recalling 190 2017 Santa Fe vehicles because the tire pressure monitoring system setting can prevent the proper warning for an underinflated tire. An underinflated tire can increase crash risk, and Hyundai dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The tire pressure monitoring system, or TPMS, on the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe uses sensors in the wheel and tire assemblies to watch tire inflation. When a tire drops below the required pressure threshold, the system is supposed to turn on a warning light so the driver knows to check and inflate the tire.
On affected Santa Fe vehicles, the TPMS sensors were not programmed in the correct mode during wheel and tire assembly. That programming error means the system does not give the proper warning when a tire is underinflated. The tire itself still loses air in the normal way, but the driver does not get the alert the safety standard requires.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner can see a low tire during a walkaround or feel a change in handling from an underinflated tire, but the recall problem is that the TPMS warning does not reliably alert the driver.
Who's affected?
| 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe | tire |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 190 |
Not every 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
An underinflated tire can increase the risk of a crash. Low tire pressure affects how the Santa Fe handles and stops. Check tire pressure before driving, treat any low-pressure reading seriously, and schedule the TPMS sensor replacement soon. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Hyundai dealer to schedule the free TPMS sensor replacement that restores the underinflated-tire warning.
- Bring the recall notice if Hyundai mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V142 when you call.
- Check tire pressure with a gauge until the TPMS sensor replacement is complete; the warning system is not set to alert correctly.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Hyundai technician replaces the tire pressure monitoring system sensors so the system can warn correctly when a tire is underinflated. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through Hyundai's new vehicle limited warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the affected sensors were already covered by that warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| March 6, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 6, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| March 6, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 21, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 31, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V142?
Recall 17V142 covers 190 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles with tire pressure monitoring system sensors that were not set in the correct mode during assembly. The system can fail to warn the driver about an underinflated tire, which increases crash risk. Hyundai dealers replace the TPMS sensors for free.
What should I do if my 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Santa Fe is included in recall 17V142. If it is, contact a franchised Hyundai dealer to schedule TPMS sensor replacement. Reference recall 17V142 or Hyundai recall 159 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Hyundai's remedy says dealers will replace the TPMS sensors free of charge at any franchised Hyundai dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is that the tire pressure monitoring system can fail to give the correct warning for an underinflated tire. Driving on an underinflated tire increases crash risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the free TPMS sensor replacement with a Hyundai dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V142000 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai customer service | 1-800-633-5151 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V142 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V142000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →