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Vehicle recall 26V316000 · May 18, 2026

Hyundai 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.

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

Summary
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Santa Cruz, Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, and Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. Software in the front cameras may cause the forward collision avoidance system to activate prematurely and unexpectedly apply the brakes.
Consequence
Unexpected braking increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the front camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 17, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 302. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 20, 2026.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
26V316000
Reported to NHTSA
May 18, 2026
Filed by
Hyundai Motor America
Manufacturer campaign
302
Owner notification
June 22, 2026
Vehicles potentially affected
423,062
Initiated by
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
Components
Forward collision avoidance › Automatic emergency braking
Recall 26V316000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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