NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2025–2026 Hyundai Santa FE and 1 more recall: Loss of Drive Power from Loose Engine Bolts
- Recall number
- 25V549000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Category
- Vehicles › Engine And Engine Cooling
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 29
- Hazard tags
- Fire Crash risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Engine And Engine Cooling
Affected vehicles
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson and Santa Fe vehicles. The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power and engine damage, possibly resulting in an oil leak.
Consequence
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
What should you do?
Dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 281.
Manufacturer campaign number
281
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 25V549000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.