Hyundai Santa Cruz recall history
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Hyundai Santa Cruz, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
Last updated: (NHTSA data snapshot)
At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Hyundai Santa Cruz, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 2022–2026 with 10 recall campaigns and 417 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 2022 (4), 2025 (2), and 2023 (2).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 2022 (258), 2023 (101), and 2024 (38).
- Top recall themes: Airbags, Electrical, and Engine and cooling.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Power train, Engine, Electrical system.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Airbags
1 campaign · Years: 2025–2026These campaigns relate to airbag system components and deployment/airbag readiness issues.
- 25V809000 · Air bags: Curtain
Electrical
1 campaign · Years: 2025These campaigns relate to wiring or electrical components that can cause warning lights, loss of function, or fire risk in some cases.
- 24V877000 · Electrical system: Wiring
Engine and cooling
1 campaign · Years: 2022These campaigns relate to engine or cooling components where failures can lead to stalling or overheating risk.
- 22V197000 · Engine and engine cooling: Pipes, hoses, and fittings
Other
1 campaign · Years: 2022–2023These campaigns do not fit a single dominant theme, or the component taxonomy is broad.
- 23V181000 · Trailer hitches
Powertrain
1 campaign · Years: 2022These campaigns relate to drivetrain or transmission components that can affect shifting, power delivery, or control.
- 22V746000 · Power train: Automatic transmission
Steering and suspension
1 campaign · Years: 2024These campaigns relate to steering or suspension components that can affect vehicle control or stability.
- 24V412000 · Steering: Electric power assist system
Structure
1 campaign · Years: 2022–2023These campaigns relate to structural components such as frame/body parts that can affect crash protection or integrity.
- 23V038000 · Structure: Critical fasteners
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Hyundai Santa Cruz in NHTSA complaint data are Power train, Engine, Electrical system.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 2025 | 2 | 20 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Forward collision avoidance: warnings, Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control, Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking. |
| 2024 | 1 | 38 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Engine, Vehicle speed control. |
| 2023 | 2 | 101 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Engine, Electrical system. |
| 2022 | 4 | 258 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Engine, Fuel/propulsion system. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Air bags , Structure and Trailer hitches
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
Recall Explained provides independent analysis of official NHTSA data. This site does not replace the official NHTSA VIN lookup and should not be treated as legal or safety advice for your specific vehicle.
For any safety concerns: Always check your VIN on the official NHTSA site and contact an authorized dealer.