The problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Santa Cruz, Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, and Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. Software in the front cameras may cause the forward collision avoidance system to activate prematurely and unexpectedly apply the brakes.
The risk
Unexpected braking increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the front camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 17, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 302. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 20, 2026.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 26V-316 (26V316000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 302 |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Component | Forward collision avoidance › Automatic emergency braking |
| Report date | May 18, 2026 |
| Owners notified | June 22, 2026 |
| Vehicles affected | 423,062 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the driver assistance
- 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz collision avoidance problems 10
- 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz collision avoidance problems 2
- 2025 Hyundai Tucson collision avoidance problems 153
- 2026 Hyundai Tucson collision avoidance problems 37
- 2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid collision avoidance problems 86
- 2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid collision avoidance problems 12
- 2025 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid collision avoidance problems 1
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 26V-316 repair free?
Yes. Hyundai dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will update the front camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 17, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 302.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 423,062 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.