Recall 17V577 affects 197 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport vehicles for front coil springs that can fracture. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai dealer.
Hyundai is recalling 197 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport vehicles because the front coil springs were improperly manufactured and can fracture under load while driving. If a coil spring fractures, it can puncture a tire, cause loss of vehicle control, and increase the risk of a crash; Hyundai dealers will replace the front coil springs free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front coil springs on the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport are part of the front suspension. Each spring supports vehicle weight, absorbs road impacts, and helps keep the tire positioned correctly as the suspension moves. The spring has to hold its shape under normal driving loads.
On recalled Santa Fe Sport vehicles, the front coil springs were damaged during production because a coil spring forming tool malfunctioned. That damage left the spring outside the intended shape or strength. Under certain loads while driving, the spring can fracture instead of flexing as designed.
Owners can notice a change in vehicle ride height before the spring fails. Another warning sign is abnormal noise from the coil spring rubbing the inboard sidewall of the tire.
Who's affected?
| 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport | front suspension |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 197 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
If a front coil spring fractures, it can puncture the tire, cause loss of vehicle control, and increase crash risk. Watch for a change in ride height or abnormal noise from the coil spring rubbing the inner tire sidewall. Schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Hyundai dealer to confirm the recall repair has been completed or to schedule the free repair.
- Reference recall number 17V577 when you call, and bring the recall notice if Hyundai mailed one.
- Ask the dealer to replace both front coil springs; the repair addresses springs that can fracture and puncture a tire.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Avoid heavy loads, potholes, and sharp impacts.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Hyundai technician replaces both front coil springs before the vehicle is sold. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through Hyundai's new vehicle limited warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program. Hyundai says the coil spring is covered for 5 years or 60,000 miles, and the affected Santa Fe Sport vehicles were unsold dealer inventory, so prior owner-paid repair expenses do not apply.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| September 20, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 27, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| September 27, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 18, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| November 6, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V577?
Recall 17V577 covers 197 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport vehicles with front coil springs that were improperly manufactured. A front spring can fracture under load while driving, puncture a tire, and cause loss of vehicle control. Hyundai dealers replace both front coil springs for free.
What should I do if my 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific SUV is included in recall 17V577. If it is, contact a franchised Hyundai dealer to schedule replacement of both front coil springs. Reference recall 17V577 and Hyundai recall number 167 when you call. The 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 states that dealers replace both front coil springs free of charge. The work is handled through a franchised Hyundai dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is loss of vehicle control. If a front coil spring fractures while driving, it can puncture a tire, which increases crash risk. Hyundai's fix is to replace both front coil springs at no cost through a franchised dealer.
What if I bought my Hyundai Santa Fe Sport used?
The free repair still follows the vehicle. Hyundai reported that the affected vehicles were unsold on dealer lots when the recall began, but the VIN still decides whether your specific SUV is included. Check your VIN, then call a Hyundai dealer if the recall is open.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V577000 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai customer service | 1-855-371-9460 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V577 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V577000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (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 →