2024 Hyundai Santa FE Drivetrain Software Recall (24V529)
Hyundai Motor America · 12,349 vehicles · Reported July 11, 2024
Hyundai Motor America is recalling 12,349 2024 Hyundai Santa FE vehicles. A software error in the transmission control unit may result in a vehicle roll away when the vehicle is in PARK. A vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury. The fix is an over-the-air software update.
Recall 24V529 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V529000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 263 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | July 11, 2024 |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Vehicles | 2024 Hyundai Santa FE |
| Units affected | 12,349 |
| Build dates | April 23, 2024 to July 2, 2024 |
| Component | Power Train > Automatic Transmission > Control Module > Software |
| Safety risk | A vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury. |
| Fix | Over-the-air software update |
What is wrong with the 2024 Hyundai Santa FE in recall 24V529?
A software error in the transmission control unit may result in a vehicle roll away when the vehicle is in PARK.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Santa Fe vehicles. A software error in the transmission control unit may result in a vehicle roll away when the vehicle is in PARK.
Is it safe to drive a 2024 Santa FE with recall 24V529?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the software.
Which vehicles are included in recall 24V529?
Recall 24V529 covers 12,349 vehicles: 2024 Hyundai Santa FE.
NHTSA lists 12,349 vehicles in this campaign, built April 23, 2024 to July 2, 2024. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Hyundai | Santa FE |
What is the fix for the Santa FE drivetrain software recall?
Yes. The fix is an over-the-air software update.
Owners are advised to use the emergency parking brake after parking their vehicles. Hyundai will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update for the transmission control unit. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the dual clutch transmission, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning August 26, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 263.
When was recall 24V529 announced?
Hyundai Motor America reported recall 24V529 to NHTSA on July 11, 2024.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| April 23, 2024 | First affected vehicle built (per Hyundai Motor America's filing). |
| July 2, 2024 | Last affected vehicle built. |
| July 11, 2024 | Hyundai Motor America filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 24V529000. |
| August 26, 2024 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 27 months ago, and vehicles were built over a span of 70 days. If your Santa FE was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Santa FE is part of recall 24V529?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 24V529 is open on your Santa FE, it will be listed there.
The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2024 Santa FE vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.
What should Santa FE owners do about recall 24V529?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 24V529000 applies to your Santa FE.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Hyundai dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any software symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Santa FE owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 151 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 43 of them about the transmission.
Since recall 24V529 was reported on July 11, 2024, owners have filed 40 complaints with NHTSA about the transmission on these vehicles. 8 of them (20%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the transmission and were received on or after July 11, 2024, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related transmission issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 151 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 43 of them involve the transmission. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2024 Hyundai Santa FE: 151 complaints in total, 43 about the transmission
Here is what some owners told NHTSA, in their own words (excerpts, unverified):
Transmission. Less than 6 months of buying the vehicle, Hyundai replaced the transmission and now I’m still having problems..it revved up to 2.3 rpms but didn’t change gears then jerks into gear..not everyday but atleast once a week. I’m waiting now on the dealership to look at my car now..but they’re dragging their feet.
2024 Hyundai Santa FE owner, GA, NHTSA complaint 11642945, filed February 15, 2025
Upon first start up of the day, dashboard notification states “Transmission system error! Check transmission oil immediately”, vehicle will not accelerate over 10mph with this error. After turning vehicle off, error is gone and vehicle operates as normal. Dealership is aware of this notification but states they could not duplicate it & found no issues.
2024 Hyundai Santa FE owner, MI, NHTSA complaint 11647221, filed March 9, 2025
The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while the vehicle was idling at the dealer, the transmission became inoperable. There was an unknown warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that there was a hole in the front driver's seat.
2024 Hyundai Santa FE owner, SC, NHTSA complaint 11654399, filed April 14, 2025
Can recall 24V529 make my Santa FE a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
A recall by itself does not make a car a lemon. Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, what matters is whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety, and whether the manufacturer or its dealers fixed it within a reasonable number of attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
A transmission defect affects the core job of the 2024 Hyundai Santa FE: moving reliably. Owners often see the same symptom return after a repair, and those repeat visits are the kind of history California's lemon law looks at.
This recall is handled by an over-the-air software update, so many owners never visit a dealer. If the problem returns after the update, take the 2024 Hyundai Santa FE to the dealer and make sure the visit is written up on a repair order. An update that does not work is still a failed repair.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Santa FE went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
A software update can count as a repair attempt, especially if you complained about the problem or the update keeps being repeated. I've seen dealers do the same software update five or six times with no fix.
A typical pattern: an owner reports the transmission slipping, and the dealer can't verify it. Six months later, NHTSA issues a recall for the same problem. Because the recall confirms the defect, the mileage offset goes back to that first visit.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 24V529
Did the recall 24V529 fix work?
Since recall 24V529 was reported on July 11, 2024, owners have filed 40 complaints with NHTSA about the transmission on these vehicles. 8 of them (20%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
Is the 24V529000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Santa FE is part of recall 24V529000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Will a transmission software update fix the problem for good?
Sometimes. Many owners report that shifting problems return after an update. If yours does, go back to the dealer and make sure the visit is written up.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 24V529000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Hyundai. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.