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2020 HYUNDAI Santa Fe VISIBILITY Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Moderate

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for VISIBILITY issues.

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VISIBILITY Safety Recalls

Moderate #21V00M000 Plain English
Component

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
What Happened
The windshield on your Santa Fe, Sonata, or Elantra is the glass that protects you in case of a crash. In some 2020-2021 models, it might not be securely attached, which could cause it to break loose during a collision.
Risk if Unfixed
If your windshield detaches during a crash, it could increase the risk of serious injury to you or your passengers.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will remove and reattach your windshield securely, at no cost to you. You should contact your dealer to confirm repair availability and schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible. This timing describes the original 2021 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Santa Fe, 2021 Sonata, and Elantra vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A windshield that detaches from a vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will remove and reinstall the front windshield panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 216.
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Other HYUNDAI Santa Fe 2020 Recalls

TRAILER HITCHES
1 recall

Other HYUNDAI Santa Fe Years

2026
4 recalls
2025
5 recalls
2024
7 recalls
2023
1 recall
2022
5 recalls
2021
7 recalls
2019
2 recalls
2018
2 recalls
2017
6 recalls
2016
3 recalls
2015
2 recalls
2014
3 recalls
2013
3 recalls
2012
1 recall
2011
3 recalls
2010
3 recalls
2009
3 recalls
2008
6 recalls
2007
9 recalls
2006
1 recall
2005
3 recalls
2004
3 recalls
2003
4 recalls
2002
4 recalls
2001
4 recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2020 HYUNDAI Santa Fe safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD recall for the 2020 HYUNDAI Santa Fe? (Campaign #21V00M000)

The windshield on your Santa Fe, Sonata, or Elantra is the glass that protects you in case of a crash. In some 2020-2021 models, it might not be securely attached, which could cause it to break loose during a collision. If your windshield detaches during a crash, it could increase the risk of serious injury to you or your passengers. Your Hyundai dealer will remove and reattach your windshield securely, at no cost to you. You should contact your dealer to confirm repair availability and schedule the repair as soon as possible.