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    Hyundai Santa Fe recall in Canada: Airbag may not deploy

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    This recall affects certain 2007 and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles in Canada. The passenger airbag system may misclassify an adult as a child, which could deactivate the airbag. This could cause the passenger airbag to not inflate in a crash, leading to injury.

    What to do

    • Contact your dealer or manufacturer to schedule the free repair.

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    Affected products

    Specific affected products are listed in the official notice.

    Why this matters

    Airbag may not deploy in a crash

    Do I have this product?

    This recall applies to specific products. Details are listed in the official notice.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Why was this product recalled?

    Airbag may not deploy in a crash

    What should consumers do?

    Contact your dealer or manufacturer to schedule the free repair.

    Where was the product sold?

    This product was sold in Canada. For specific retailers or distribution areas, please check the official recall notice linked on this page.

    Is there a health risk?

    Yes, there may be a health risk. Airbag may not deploy in a crash

    When was this product recalled?

    This product was recalled on September 24, 2012.

    Is the HYUNDAI brand affected by this recall?

    Yes, HYUNDAI products are affected by this recall. This recall affects certain 2007 and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles in Canada. The passenger airbag system may misclassify an adult as a child, which could deactivate the airbag. This could cause the passenger airbag to not inflate in a crash, leading to injury.