2025–2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz, 2025–2026 Hyundai Tucson, 2025–2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid and 1 other model Recall: Software in the front cameras may cause the forward collision avoidance…
NHTSA campaign 26V316000 · Forward Collision Avoidance · filed May 18, 2026 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
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.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 26V316000 (manufacturer number 302). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.