2013–2017 Hyundai Santa Fe: Hood not fully latched (secondary hood latch recall)
Likely causes, ranked
- Corroded secondary latch cable$0–$0Shop
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Symptom: A hood that pops up or doesn't feel fully secured.
Likely causes
- Corroded secondary latch cable. Hyundai replaces the cable.
DIY or shop?
Dealer. Recall repairs are free.
Useful steps
- Check your VIN for 17V358.
- Make sure the hood is fully latched before driving.
Vehicle focus: 2013–2017 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Safety / mechanic note
A hood opening at speed blocks your view. Verify with a mechanic or dealer.
Recalls & service bulletins
Recalls
- 17V358000 2013–2017 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport: the secondary hood latch cable can corrode and stick, leaving the backup latch open. Dealers replace the cable. Details
NHTSA complaints: 192 keyword-matched complaints for Hyundai SANTA FE 2013–2017 (of 3,408 unique complaints queried, NHTSA complaints API by model year, queried 2026-10-15).
Always check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sources
What actually fixed it?
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