New Delhi, May 24 : Automobile major Hyundai Motor India Saturday said that it has initiated a process to recall and set right a technical glitch in its sports utility vehicle (SUV) 2011 model Santa Fe.

According to the company, it is recalling 2,437 units of Santa Fe to replace a malfunctioning "Stop Lamp Switch" which is mounted near the brake pedal mechanism.

The stop lamp switch functions as an input to the electronic stability control (ESC) system, allows engagement of the cruise control system, and operates the brake lights.

"Hyundai Motor India will voluntarily recall 2,437 Santa Fe vehicles of the 2011 model year for the manufacturing period 26 June 2011 - 26 September 2013," the company said in a statement.

"Owners of the involved vehicles will be notified in a phased manner to bring in their vehicles for replacing the part."(IANS)