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2025-2026 Hyundai Santa Fe and Hyundai Tucson recall: critical fasteners

Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall on August 25, 2025. It covers about 29 vehicles.

vehicles affected
29
reported
Aug 25, 2025
owners notified
Oct 23, 2025
related complaints
30

Engine and engine cooling: critical fasteners

What is 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.
Risk
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.
Remedy
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 number 25V549000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 30 complaints about engine problems.

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Questions about recall 25V549000

Is there a recall on the 2025-2026 Hyundai Santa Fe and Hyundai Tucson critical fasteners?

Yes. Recall 25V549000, reported on August 25, 2025, covers about 29 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 25V549000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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