Hyundai Trajet: Possible Fuel Leak And Engine Shutdown.
Hyundai is recalling 838 Trajet and Santa Fe vehicles because the threaded part of the water separator sensor in the fuel filter may crack if overtightened during installation, potentially causing fuel leaks and engine shutdown. Hyundai will inspect the sensor for damage, replace it if needed, and provide dealers with correct installation torque specifications. This recall applies to vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom.
- Recalling firm
- HYUNDAI
- Product
- Vehicles: HYUNDAI TRAJET, HYUNDAI SANTA FE. Units affected: 838
- Reason
- 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. Remedy: 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.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2003-08-22
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/57c9106e-cd8e-48ac-b2e6-c9bef578f1b6