Hyundai Santa Cruz Recalls (2022-2026)
Every recall for model year 2021 and newer · Safety warnings · California lemon law
The 2022-2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz has 9 recall campaigns for model year 2021 and newer, 0 with a do-not-drive warning, 1 with a park-outside fire warning, and 0 where NHTSA’s filing shows an interim notice or no final fix. Most involve electrical system (2), driver assistance (1), air bags (1). Check your VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup, and if your Santa Cruz keeps going back to the dealer for the same problem, it may qualify under California’s lemon law.
What recalls does the Hyundai Santa Cruz have?
- 2025-2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz Automatic Emergency Braking Recall (26V316)
May 18, 2026 · 423,062 vehicles · Driver AssistanceSoftware in the front cameras may cause the forward collision avoidance system to activate prematurely and unexpectedly apply the brakes.
Risk: Unexpected braking increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the front camera software, free of charge.
- 2025-2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Instrument Cluster Recall (26V047) Repeat recall
January 26, 2026 · 41,651 vehicles · Electrical SystemDue 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."
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: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge.
- 2025 Hyundai Tucson Curtain Air Bag Recall (25V809)
November 20, 2025 · 258 vehicles · Air BagsThe side curtain air bags may not have been installed properly, which can cause the air bags not to deploy as intended.
Risk: Side curtain air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will reinstall the side curtain air bags, free of charge.
- 2025 Hyundai Tucson Wiring Recall (24V877)
November 20, 2024 · 42,465 vehicles · Electrical SystemThe console extension wiring assembly may be routed improperly, allowing the transmission to be shifted out of Park without applying the brake pedal.
Risk: A transmission that can shift out of Park without applying the brake pedal can result in a vehicle roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised to use the parking brake when parking the vehicle.
- 2024 Hyundai Tucson Steering Power Steering Recall (24V412)
June 5, 2024 · 795 vehicles · SteeringThe circuit board in the motor-driven power steering assembly may short circuit, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Risk: A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the motor-driven power steering electric power pack, free of charge.
- 2021-2023 Hyundai Santa FE Trailer Hitch Recall (23V181) Park outsideRepeat recall
March 17, 2023 · 584,784 vehicles · Other EquipmentWater accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed.
- 2022 Hyundai Tucson Body Fastener Recall (23V038)
January 31, 2023 · 16,104 vehicles · Body, Doors and SeatsThe roof moldings may detach.
Risk: A detached roof molding could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace, or secure the roof moldings, as necessary, free of charge.
- 2021-2022 Hyundai Santa FE Transmission Recall (22V746)
October 6, 2022 · 56,148 vehicles · TransmissionThe vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.
Risk: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary.
- 2022 Hyundai Santa FE Pipes, Hoses, and Fittings Recall (22V197)
March 28, 2022 · 16 vehicles · EngineThe oil supply pipe to the turbocharger may crack, which could result in an oil leak in the engine compartment.
Risk: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the turbocharger oil supply pipe, free of charge.
Which Santa Cruz parts are recalled most?
| Recall area | Campaigns | Vehicles covered |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 84,116 |
| Driver Assistance | 1 | 423,062 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 258 |
| Steering | 1 | 795 |
| Other Equipment | 1 | 584,784 |
| Body, Doors and Seats | 1 | 16,104 |
| Transmission | 1 | 56,148 |
| Engine | 1 | 16 |
Which Santa Cruz model years have the most recalls?
| Model year | Recalls | Campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 4 | 23V181000 (other equipment), 23V038000 (body, doors and seats), 22V746000 (transmission), 22V197000 (engine) |
| 2023 | 2 | 23V181000 (other equipment), 23V038000 (body, doors and seats) |
| 2024 | 1 | 24V412000 (steering) |
| 2025 | 3 | 26V316000 (driver assistance), 25V809000 (air bags), 24V877000 (electrical system) |
| 2026 | 3 | 26V316000 (driver assistance), 26V047000 (electrical system), 25V809000 (air bags) |
How do I check my Santa Cruz for open recalls?
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. The lookup lists every open safety recall on that specific vehicle, so you will see which of the 9 Hyundai Santa Cruz campaigns above apply to you. You can also ask any authorized Hyundai dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is on your registration card, your insurance card, and a plate at the lower driver-side corner of the windshield. Brand-new recalls can take a few days to show up, so check again if you received a letter.
What are Santa Cruz owners reporting?
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA since 2020, by model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, but the components that come up most often show where owners are having trouble.
| Model year | Complaints | Most reported components |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 185 | Power Train (89), Engine (51), Unknown Or Other (36) |
| 2023 | 79 | Power Train (25), Engine (20), Electrical System (14) |
| 2024 | 35 | Power Train (11), Engine (6), Vehicle Speed Control (4) |
| 2025 | 19 | Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings (6), Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control (4), Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking (3) |
| 2026 | 5 | Power Train (2), Visibility/Wiper (1), Vehicle Speed Control (1) |
Excerpts from owner complaints (unverified):
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle intermittently lost automotive power. No warning lights were illuminated. The failure had occurred on several occasions.
2022 HYUNDAI Santa Cruz owner, Power Train, NHTSA complaint 11660406
On the interstate mid-route, the engine light went on and the car started acting sluggish and slightly shaking on the interstate and would not respond to pressing the gas to accelerate and started to slow down. When I pulled over to the berm it was vibrating as if it was going to stall out.
2022 HYUNDAI Santa Cruz owner, Engine, NHTSA complaint 11645560
My 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz, which I bought new, has gone into limp mode twice in 8 months, losing power while I was driving and letting me go no faster than 25 MPH. The first time, in April 2024, I was on [XXX] in Hartford CT.
2023 HYUNDAI Santa Cruz owner, Power Train, NHTSA complaint 11635156
Can a recall make your Santa Cruz a lemon in California?
Owners of a Hyundai Santa Cruz often ask whether these recalls mean their vehicle qualifies under California's lemon law. Not by themselves. The question is whether a covered defect keeps coming back, or keeps the vehicle at the dealer, after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
2 of the 9 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. 2 involve the engine, transmission or high-voltage battery, the kinds of repairs that often take several visits or weeks of downtime.
Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails 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.
What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.
More Hyundai Santa Cruz lemon law pages
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Other Hyundai models with recalls
- Accent: 4 recalls
- Elantra: 11 recalls
- Elantra Hybrid: 6 recalls
- Elantra N: 5 recalls
- Ioniq 5: 15 recalls
- Ioniq 6: 6 recalls
- Ioniq 9: 3 recalls
- Kona: 8 recalls
- Kona Electric: 3 recalls
- Kona N: 2 recalls
- Nexo: 2 recalls
- Palisade: 15 recalls
- Palisade Hybrid: 3 recalls
- Santa Cruz: 9 recalls
- Santa FE: 18 recalls
- Santa FE Hybrid: 10 recalls
- Santa FE Plug-IN Hybrid: 5 recalls
- Sonata: 7 recalls
- Sonata Hybrid: 1 recall
- Tucson: 15 recalls
- Tucson Hybrid: 4 recalls
- Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid: 4 recalls
- Veloster: 1 recall
- Veloster N: 2 recalls
- Venue: 3 recalls
Frequently asked questions about Hyundai Santa Cruz recalls
How many recalls does the Hyundai Santa Cruz have?
NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for 2021 and newer Hyundai Santa Cruz vehicles as of October 1, 2026. The newest is 26V316000, filed May 18, 2026.
How do I check my Hyundai Santa Cruz for open recalls?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any authorized dealer to run it. Not every vehicle of a model year is included in each recall.
Are recall repairs free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. Ask the dealer to confirm before work begins.
Can I get a buyback for my Hyundai Santa Cruz?
Possibly, if a covered defect was not fixed in a reasonable number of attempts or the vehicle spent a long time out of service. A recall alone is not enough, but repeat repairs or a failed recall fix can support a claim.
Sources
- NHTSA recalls
- NHTSA recall and complaint data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.22
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