Does the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz have any recalls?

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: trailer hitches, structure, power train, engine and engine cooling. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Hyundai dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz?

183 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

One of these recalls carries a manufacturer safety advisory to stop driving or to park outside until repaired. See below.

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Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

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NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Hyundai dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz recalls, newest first

March 17, 2023NHTSA 23V181000584,784 vehicles potentially affected

Trailer hitches

Park outside until repaired

Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Santa Fe, 2021-2023 Santa Fe HEV, 2022-2023 Santa Fe Plug-in HEV and Santa Cruz vehicles potentially equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Hyundai dealership. Water accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Consequence: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 244. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-633.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 31, 2023NHTSA 23V03800016,104 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body › Roof and pillars

Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Tucson and 2022-2023 Santa Cruz vehicles. The roof moldings may detach.
Consequence: A detached roof molding could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace, or secure the roof moldings, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 30, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 241.
Components: Structure › Body › Roof and pillars; Structure › Critical fasteners

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 6, 2022NHTSA 22V74600056,148 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Automatic transmission

Summary: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. 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.
Consequence: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 236.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 28, 2022NHTSA 22V19700016 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Oil/lubrication › Pipes, hoses, and fittings

Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Santa Fe and Santa Cruz vehicles. The oil supply pipe to the turbocharger may crack, which could result in an oil leak in the engine compartment.
Consequence: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the turbocharger oil supply pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall 222.
Components: Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Oil/lubrication › Pipes, hoses, and fittings; Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/supercharger

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 183 complaints about the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 5
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 5
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Power train89
Engine50
Unknown or other35
Fuel/propulsion system21
Electrical system19

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Questions

Does the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz have any recalls?: 4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: trailer hitches, structure, power train, engine and engine cooling. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Hyundai dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz?: 183 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.