2025–2026 Hyundai Santa FE, Hyundai Tucson: Engine And Engine Cooling recall
NHTSA campaign 25V549000 · 29 units potentially affected · filed Aug 25, 2025
What's wrong
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.
Why it matters
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.
The fix
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 25V549000
- Manufacturer no.
- 281
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
- Units affected
- 29
- Report received
- Aug 25, 2025
- Owner letters
- Oct 23, 2025
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Hyundai Santa FE 2025, 2026
- Hyundai Tucson 2025, 2026