Recall 26V-316: 2025–2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz, 2025–2026 Hyundai Tucson and 2 more
Hyundai Motor America recall for forward collision avoidance, reported to NHTSA on May 18, 2026, covering about 423,062 vehicles.
The problem
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.
The risk
Unexpected braking increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
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
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
|---|---|
| Component | Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V316000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Santa Cruz | 2025, 2026 | All years |
| Hyundai Tucson | 2025, 2026 | All years |
| Hyundai Tucson Hybrid | 2025, 2026 | All years |
| Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid | 2025, 2026 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V-316?
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.
How is recall 26V-316 fixed?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.