Hyundai Santa Cruz recalls and problems
9 recalls and 331 owner complaints for 5 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
9
Complaints
331
Crashes reported
12
Fires reported
5
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Hyundai Santa Cruz by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Santa Cruz | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 Santa Cruz | 3 | 23 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 Santa Cruz | 1 | 36 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2023 Santa Cruz | 2 | 80 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 Santa Cruz | 4 | 187 | 6 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
Most reported Hyundai Santa Cruz problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 130 | |
| Engine | 80 | |
| Unknown or Other | 54 | |
| Electrical System | 42 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 33 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 32 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 30 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 17 | |
| Lane Departure | 15 | |
| Service Brakes | 13 |
All Hyundai Santa Cruz recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-316 | May 18, 2026 | 2025–2026 | Forward Collision Avoidance | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Santa Cruz, Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, and Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. |
| 26V-047 | Jan 26, 2026 | 2026 | Electrical System | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 IONIQ 5, Santa Cruz, Kona, Palisade, Palisade Hybrid, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Hybrid, Sonata, Sonata… |
| 25V-809 | Nov 20, 2025 | 2025–2026 | Air Bags | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Tucson, 2025-2026 Santa Cruz, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Hybrid, and 2026 Genesis GV70 vehicles. |
| 24V-877 | Nov 20, 2024 | 2025 | Electrical System | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Tucson and Santa Cruz vehicles. |
| 24V-412 | Jun 5, 2024 | 2024 | Steering | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Tucson and Santa Cruz vehicles. |
| 23V-181 | Mar 17, 2023 | 2022–2023 | Park outsideTrailer Hitches | 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… |
| 23V-038 | Jan 31, 2023 | 2022–2023 | Structure | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Tucson and 2022-2023 Santa Cruz vehicles. |
| 22V-746 | Oct 6, 2022 | 2022 | Power Train | Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. |
| 22V-197 | Mar 28, 2022 | 2022 | Engine and Engine Cooling | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Santa Fe and Santa Cruz vehicles. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Hyundai Santa Cruz?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz has the most reports (187). Check the 2022 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Hyundai Santa Cruz have?
NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls covering Hyundai Santa Cruz model years 2022–2026.
What are the most common Hyundai Santa Cruz problems?
Owners report power train, engine, unknown or other problems most often.