Hyundai Santa Cruz recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
9 recalls found for the Hyundai Santa Cruz in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, and 321 owner complaints. Choose a model year:
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz | 3 | 5 |
| 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz | 3 | 19 |
| 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz | 1 | 35 |
| 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz | 2 | 79 |
| 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz | 4 | 183 |
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Newest Hyundai Santa Cruz recalls
- May 18, 202626V316000Forward collision avoidance423,062 vehiclesHyundai Santa Cruz, Tucson and 2 more models
Software in the front cameras may cause the forward collision avoidance system to activate prematurely and unexpectedly apply the brakes.
- Jan 26, 202626V047000Electrical system41,651 vehiclesHyundai Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid and 10 more models
Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.
- Nov 20, 202525V809000Air bags258 vehiclesHyundai Santa Cruz, Hyundai Santa Fe and 3 more models
The side curtain air bags may not have been installed properly, which can cause the air bags not to deploy as intended.
- Nov 20, 202424V877000Electrical system42,465 vehiclesHyundai Santa Cruz and Tucson
The console extension wiring assembly may be routed improperly, allowing the transmission to be shifted out of Park without applying the brake pedal.
- Jun 5, 202424V412000Steering795 vehiclesHyundai Santa Cruz and Tucson
The circuit board in the motor-driven power steering assembly may short circuit, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
- Mar 17, 202323V181000Trailer hitches584,784 vehiclesHyundai Santa Fe, Santa FE Hybrid and 2 more models
Water accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Park outside until repaired
- Jan 31, 202323V038000Structure16,104 vehiclesHyundai Santa Cruz and Tucson
The roof moldings may detach.
- Oct 6, 202222V746000Power train56,148 vehiclesHyundai Santa Fe, Sonata and 4 more models
The 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.
Other Hyundai models
- Hyundai Sonata67 recalls
- Hyundai Elantra56 recalls
- Hyundai Santa Fe48 recalls
- Hyundai Tucson36 recalls
- Hyundai Accent25 recalls
- Hyundai Tiburon17 recalls
- Hyundai Palisade16 recalls
- Hyundai Ioniq 515 recalls
- Hyundai Sonata Hybrid13 recalls
- Hyundai Azera12 recalls
- Hyundai Santa Fe Sport11 recalls
- Hyundai Genesis10 recalls