Hyundai is initiating a recall affecting over 34,000 vehicles because of a sunshade that may close unexpectedly, as stated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

According to a NHTSA announcement released last week, an overhead sunshade can unexpectedly close, which heightens the risk of injuries for passengers. The recall specifically concerns the 2024 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid models.

The recall notice explains, “The rear sunshade switch knob on the overhead console might not be fully recessed, leading to the unintended closure of the sunshade.”

Over 26,000 regular Santa Fe vehicles and about 8,000 Santa Fe Hybrids are affected. The repairs will be made at no expense to the owners, and recall notifications will be sent out via mail on January 6, 2025.

Another Recall for Hyundai Santa Fe This Year

This latest recall isn’t the first one for Hyundai Santa Fe models in 2023. Back in July, Hyundai recalled more than 12,000 vehicles due to software issues related to the transmission control unit, which posed a risk of the car rolling away while parked.

Additionally, another recall around the same period affected over 54,000 automobiles because of a fuel pump defect that could lead to the vehicle losing power while driving. The impacted vehicles included:

• 2019-2023 Genesis G70
• 2022-2023 Hyundai Elantra N
• 2022-2023 Hyundai Kona N
• 2019-2022 Hyundai Veloster N

How to Check if Your Car is Affected by the Hyundai Recall

If you’re a car owner and want to verify if your vehicle is part of the Hyundai recall, you can enter your details in YSL News’s vehicle recall database or consult the NHTSA’s database for any recent recalls. This online tool lets you check recalls by entering your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

For further inquiries, owners can reach out to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit nhtsa.gov.