Hyundai Recall 21V-938: Electrical system – software

Affected: 2022 Hyundai Tucson. Filed with NHTSA on December 2, 2021, covering about 12 vehicles.

The problem

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Tucson vehicles. The software installed in the Integrated Central Control Unit (ICU) may be incompatible with the vehicle, which could result in inoperative headlights and/or taillights.

The risk

Inoperative headlights or taillights can decrease visibility for both the driver and surrounding traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers updated the ICU software, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been repaired and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 214.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign21V-938 (21V938000)
Manufacturer number214
ManufacturerHyundai Motor America
ComponentElectrical system › Software
Report dateDecember 2, 2021
Owners notifiedDecember 2, 2021
Vehicles affected12
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the electrical system

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 21V-938 repair free?

Yes. Hyundai dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers updated the ICU software, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been repaired and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 214.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 12 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.