2025-2026 Hyundai Tucson Instrument Cluster Recall (26V400)
Hyundai Motor America · 96,310 vehicles · Reported June 23, 2026
Hyundai Motor America is recalling 96,310 2025-2026 Hyundai Tucson; 2025-2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid; 2025-2026 Hyundai Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays." An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash. The fix is an over-the-air software update.
Recall 26V400 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V400000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 304 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | June 23, 2026 |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Vehicles | 2025-2026 Hyundai Tucson; 2025-2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid; 2025-2026 Hyundai Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid |
| Units affected | 96,310 |
| Component | Electrical System > Instrument Cluster / Panel |
| Safety risk | An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Over-the-air software update |
What is wrong with the 2025-2026 Hyundai Tucson in recall 26V400?
Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Is it safe to drive a 2025-2026 Tucson with recall 26V400?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
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 instrument cluster and panel.
Which vehicles are included in recall 26V400?
Recall 26V400 covers 96,310 vehicles: 2025-2026 Hyundai Tucson; 2025-2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid; 2025-2026 Hyundai Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid.
NHTSA lists 96,310 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | Hyundai | Tucson |
| 2025-2026 | Hyundai | Tucson Hybrid |
| 2025-2026 | Hyundai | Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid |
What is the fix for the Tucson instrument cluster recall?
Yes. The fix is an over-the-air software update.
The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 22, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 304. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 25, 2026.
When was recall 26V400 announced?
Hyundai Motor America reported recall 26V400 to NHTSA on June 23, 2026. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as August 22, 2026.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| April 14, 2026 | Last affected vehicle built. |
| June 23, 2026 | Hyundai Motor America filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 26V400000. |
| August 22, 2026 | Owner notification letters scheduled (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 3 months ago. If your Tucson was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Tucson is part of recall 26V400?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 26V400 is open on your Tucson, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 26V400000 is open on your Tucson, it will be listed there, along with Hyundai recall number 304. You can also ask any Hyundai dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should Tucson owners do about recall 26V400?
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 26V400000 applies to your Tucson.
- Call a Hyundai dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any instrument cluster and panel 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 Tucson owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 516 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 125 of them about the electrical system.
Since recall 26V400 was reported on June 23, 2026, owners have filed 43 complaints with NHTSA about the electrical system on these vehicles. 12 of them (28%) 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 electrical system and were received on or after June 23, 2026, 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 electrical system issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 516 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 125 of them involve the electrical system. 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.
- 2025 Hyundai Tucson: 285 complaints in total, 57 about the electrical system
- 2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid: 139 complaints in total, 51 about the electrical system
- 2026 Hyundai Tucson: 61 complaints in total, 7 about the electrical system
- 2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid: 27 complaints in total, 8 about the electrical system
- 2025 Hyundai Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid: 3 complaints in total, 1 about the electrical system
- 2026 Hyundai Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid: 1 complaints in total, 1 about the electrical system
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
The contact owns a 2026 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start and required to be jump-started by the dealer. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the failure could not be duplicated.
2026 Hyundai Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid owner, CT, NHTSA complaint 11760328, filed August 28, 2026
The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) failed on my 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV at approximately 6,600 miles. The failure manifested through multiple concurrent symptoms. First, the vehicle displayed a "car not charging" warning light and completely refused to accept an electrical charge when plugged into a charger.
2025 Hyundai Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11744295, filed June 15, 2026
Camera malfunction sign with "NO CAMERA SIGNAL RECEIVED. PLEASE TRY AGAIN LATER" pops up at random times when trying to backup, or park in a lane.
2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid owner, NY, NHTSA complaint 11744122, filed June 15, 2026
Can recall 26V400 make my Tucson 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.
Recall 26V400000 does not automatically make your Tucson a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Intermittent electrical problems are a frequent source of repeat repair visits: the dealer cannot reproduce the fault, the owner brings the 2025-2026 Hyundai Tucson back, and the problem shows up again.
Because the remedy is an over-the-air update, there may be no repair order unless you take the 2025-2026 Hyundai Tucson in. If the symptom continues after the update, get it documented at the dealer so it counts.
Earlier campaigns on these vehicles involving the same component: 26V047000.
California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.
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.
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 26V400
Did the recall 26V400 fix work?
Since recall 26V400 was reported on June 23, 2026, owners have filed 43 complaints with NHTSA about the electrical system on these vehicles. 12 of them (28%) 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.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed August 22, 2026.
Is the 26V400000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Tucson is part of recall 26V400000?
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.
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 26V400000 (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.