HYUNDAI announced a problem with the SANTA FE & TRAJET affecting a total of 419 vehicles.
The threaded portion of the water separator sensor sub assembly in the fuel filter may break if overtightened when fitting the sensor to the fuel filter housing following draining. This could result in a fuel leak and unscheduled shut down of the engine.
The following remedial action is necessary to address this problem. Examine the water separator sensor for damage and replace where necessary. In addition, issue technical information to the dealers giving details of the torque specification for this component.
Vehicles with the following identification numbers are affected:
KMHSB81VP2U335425 to KMHSD81VP2U337578 KMHMJ81VP2U124223 to KMHMG81VPTU143160
If you think that your vehicle may be affected by this recall you should
find your nearest HYUNDAI dealer
who will be able to confirm whether or not your car is safe and arrange its free repair if necessary.
Source: UK Government's Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA).
