Hyundai Automotive South Africa
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2026
Hyundai Automotive South Africa recalls 162 Santa Fe MX5 HEV vehicles over seat belt anchor defect
Recall announced
The National Consumer Commission announced that Hyundai Automotive South Africa is recalling 162 Santa Fe MX5 HEV vehicles sold nationally through its dealerships in 2025. The defect concerns a possible misalignment of the front seat belt's snap-on anchor, which could affect the belt's positioning and pose a safety risk to occupants. Owners are urged to take affected vehicles to dealerships for inspection and repairs where necessary.
Company response
Recall — Hyundai Automotive South Africa
Remediation — Hyundai Automotive South Africa
NCC spokesperson Phetho Ntaba urged owners of the affected vehicles to take them to dealerships for inspection and repairs, where necessary.
Source excerpt
The recalls affect 235 Audi Q3 vehicles, 162 Hyundai Santa Fe MX5 HEV vehicles and 482 Hino 700 truck tractors.