Hyundai Recall 23V-038: Structure – critical fasteners

Affected: 2022–2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz, 2022 Hyundai Tucson. Filed with NHTSA on January 31, 2023, covering about 16,104 vehicles.

The problem

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

The 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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign23V-038 (23V038000)
Manufacturer number241
ManufacturerHyundai Motor America
ComponentStructure › Critical fasteners
Report dateJanuary 31, 2023
Owners notifiedMarch 30, 2023
Vehicles affected16,104
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the body & structure

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 23V-038 repair free?

Yes. Hyundai dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 16,104 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.