Recall Radar

2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz. The most recent was reported on March 17, 2023.

Safety flags1 campaign advise parking outside until repaired. Check your VIN and follow the notice.
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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
March 17, 202323V-181Trailer hitches584,784
January 31, 202323V-038Structure: critical fasteners16,104
October 6, 202222V-746Power train: automatic transmission56,148
March 28, 202222V-197Engine and engine cooling: engine, oil/lubrication, pipes, hoses, and fittings16

Recall details

Trailer hitches Park outside

March 17, 2023 · Hyundai Motor America · Campaign 23V-181

What is wrong: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Santa Fe, 2021-2023 Santa Fe HEV, 2022-2023 Santa Fe Plug-in HEV and Santa Cruz vehicles potentially equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Hyundai dealership. Water accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

Risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

The fix: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 244. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-633.

Structure: critical fasteners

January 31, 2023 · Hyundai Motor America · Campaign 23V-038

What is wrong: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Tucson and 2022-2023 Santa Cruz vehicles. The roof moldings may detach.

Risk: A detached roof molding could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace, or secure the roof moldings, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 30, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 241.

Power train: automatic transmission

October 6, 2022 · Hyundai Motor America · Campaign 22V-746

What is wrong: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.

Risk: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 236.

Engine and engine cooling: engine, oil/lubrication, pipes, hoses, and fittings

March 28, 2022 · Hyundai Motor America · Campaign 22V-197

What is wrong: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Santa Fe and Santa Cruz vehicles. The oil supply pipe to the turbocharger may crack, which could result in an oil leak in the engine compartment.

Risk: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix: Dealers will replace the turbocharger oil supply pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall 222.

Other model years of the Hyundai Santa Cruz

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz have recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz, the most recent reported on March 17, 2023. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz?

Trailer hitches (1), Structure (1), Power train (1), Engine and engine cooling (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 4 of the 4 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.