Notice2024-27526
Denial of Motor Vehicle Defect Petition, DP24-001
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Published
November 25, 2024
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Transportation Department
Abstract
This notice sets forth the reasons for the denial of a defect petition, DP24-001, submitted by Ms. Jasmine Jewell (the Petitioner) to NHTSA (the Agency) by a letter dated February 2, 2024. The petition requests that the Agency initiate a safety defect investigation into the loss of motive power incidents attributed to 3.3L Lambda-II engines equipped in vehicles manufactured by Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai), which the Agency interpreted as addressing 3.3L Lambda-II engines on certain Model Year (MY) 2017 Santa Fe Models. After conducting a technical review of the petition and other information, the Agency concluded that the issues raised by the petition do not warrant a new defect investigation. Accordingly, the Agency denied the petition.
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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 227 (Monday, November 25, 2024)]
[Notices]
[Page 92999]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2024-27526]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
[Docket No. NHTSA-2024-0087]
Denial of Motor Vehicle Defect Petition, DP24-001
AGENCY: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA),
Department of Transportation.
ACTION: Notice of denial of a petition for a defect investigation.
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SUMMARY: This notice sets forth the reasons for the denial of a defect
petition, DP24-001, submitted by Ms. Jasmine Jewell (the Petitioner) to
NHTSA (the Agency) by a letter dated February 2, 2024. The petition
requests that the Agency initiate a safety defect investigation into
the loss of motive power incidents attributed to 3.3L Lambda-II engines
equipped in vehicles manufactured by Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai),
which the Agency interpreted as addressing 3.3L Lambda-II engines on
certain Model Year (MY) 2017 Santa Fe Models. After conducting a
technical review of the petition and other information, the Agency
concluded that the issues raised by the petition do not warrant a new
defect investigation. Accordingly, the Agency denied the petition.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: David Engel, Vehicle Defect Division
C, Office of Defects Investigation, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
Washington, DC 20590. Telephone: 202-366-0385. Email:
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#147075627d703a717a73717854707b603a737b62"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="5a3e3b2c333e743f343d3f361a3e352e743d352c">[email protected]</span></a>.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Introduction
Interested persons may petition NHTSA requesting that the Agency
initiate an investigation to determine whether a motor vehicle or an
item of replacement equipment does not comply with an applicable motor
vehicle safety standard or contains a defect that relates to motor
vehicle safety. 49 U.S.C. 30162(a)(2); 49 CFR 552.1. Upon receipt of a
properly filed petition, the Agency conducts a technical review of the
petition, material submitted with the petition, and any additional
information. 49 U.S.C. 30162(a)(2); 49 CFR 552.6. The technical review
may consist solely of a review of information already in the possession
of the Agency or it may include the collection of information from a
motor vehicle manufacturer and/or other sources. After conducting the
technical review and considering appropriate factors, which may
include, but are not limited to, the nature of the complaint,
allocation of Agency resources, Agency priorities, the likelihood of
uncovering sufficient evidence to establish the existence of a defect,
and the likelihood of success in any necessary enforcement litigation,
the Agency will grant or deny the petition. See 49 U.S.C. 30162(a)(2);
49 CFR 552.8.
Background Information
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a petition dated
February 2, 2024, requesting a defect investigation into an alleged
defect of the 3.3L V-shaped GDI Lambda-II engine equipped in Hyundai
vehicles. NHTSA interpreted this request to only include 3.3L Lambda-II
engines on certain Model Year (MY) 2017 Santa Fe Models. Given the
technical differences between makes and model years that impact engine
dynamics, NHTSA limited its analysis to the make and model year used by
the Petitioner.
Summary of Petition
The petition cites allegations of a sudden loss of motive power,
often resulting in an engine seizure. The stall is preceded by a
knocking sound, decreased performance, and no warning lights.
Office of Defects Investigation Analysis
An analysis of the subject vehicle population was undertaken using
complaints submitted to ODI along with manufacturer data. It was
determined that the frequency of events is low for the subject
population and those that specifically report a loss of motive power
event have a high mileage at the time of incident.\1\
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\1\ Petitioner also mentions Kia vehicles equipped with this
engine. ODI recently closed investigation PE23-019, which
investigated a loss of motive power related to head gasket and head
bolt failure in MY 2016-2017 Kia Sorento vehicles equipped with the
3.3L Lambda II engine. Through its investigation ODI identified the
peer vehicle populations: MY 2014-2015 Kia Sorento, MY 2015-2016 Kia
Sedona, and MY 2014-2017 Kia Cadenza equipped with the 3.3L engine.
Through discussions with ODI during the investigation, Kia decided
to launch extended warranty campaign WTY039 in May 2024, which
covers these peer vehicle populations through 15 years or 180,000
miles, whichever comes first. ODI closed the investigation based on
analysis of the failure data indicating a low incident report rate
of loss of motive power for the alleged defect, and in consideration
of the warning signs which frequently occur from head gasket and/or
head bolt failure in the subject engines.
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The 2017 Santa Fe is equipped with a service interval reminder for
the consumer that must be set by the consumer themselves or at a
dealership. A Technical Service Bulletin (19-EM-002H) instructs the
dealership to set the maintenance reminder after routine maintenance
service or anytime a repair is performed that requires new engine oil.
This maintenance reminder reinforces the need for proper oil
maintenance intervals. Additionally, Santa Fe vehicles with 3.3L V-
shaped Lambda-II engines will be added to Hyundai's existing Technical
Service Bulletin (23-EM-007H) related to combustion chamber cleaning.
Lastly, Hyundai has extended the limited engine warranty for the 2017
Santa Fe equipped with 3.3L V-shaped Lambda-II engines included in the
Petition. The updated coverage is 15 years or 150,000 miles and is
contained in Technical Service Bulletin 24-EM-003H. These actions will
help limit incidents related to loss of motive power.
In view of the service interval reminder, combustion chamber
cleaning, and extended warranty actions being taken by Hyundai, NHTSA
is denying this Defect Petition as it has not determined a defect
investigation is warranted at this time. The Agency reserves the right
to take additional action if warranted by future circumstances. To
review the reports cited in the Closing Resume ODI Report
Identification Number document, go to <a href="http://NHTSA.gov">NHTSA.gov</a>.
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 30162(d) and 49 CFR part 552; delegation of
authority at 49 CFR 1.95(a).\2\
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\2\ The authority to determine whether to approve or deny defect
petitions under 49 U.S.C. 30162(d) and 49 CFR part 552 has been
further delegated to the Associate Administrator for Enforcement.
Eileen Sullivan
Associate Administrator for Enforcement.
[FR Doc. 2024-27526 Filed 11-22-24; 8:45 am]
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