Campaign 26V-316

Software in the front cameras may cause the forward collision avoidance system to activate prematurely and unexpectedly apply the brakes

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Defect summary

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.

Consequence

Unexpected braking increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 26V316000. Text as published by NHTSA.
Vehicles covered

4 product lines are covered

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA about driver assistance on these vehicles: 287, of which 57 involved a crash, fire, injury or death. Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Vehicles covered by campaign 26V-316
MakeModelModel yearsComplaints on this component
HyundaiSanta Cruz2025 to 202612
HyundaiTucson2025 to 2026187
HyundaiTucson Hybrid2025 to 202687
HyundaiTucson Plug-In Hybrid2025 to 20261
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls and complaints files. Equipment, tire and child-seat campaigns list products, not vehicles.