Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 18, 2026

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Hyundai Motor America recalls 2025–2026 Hyundai — 4 models

Recall number

26V316000

Brand / firm

Hyundai

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 423,062 units

Why it was recalled

Unexpected braking increases the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.