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2022–2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz, Tucson recall: Structure: critical fasteners

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

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
23V038000
Reported
January 31, 2023
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Part
Structure: critical fasteners
Vehicles affected
About 16,104

What is wrong

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

Safety 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.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Notes from the notice

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Hyundai Santa Cruz (2022, 2023); Hyundai Tucson (2022). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

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

What is 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.

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