Hyundai Tucson, Santa Fe: Engine and engine cooling — critical fasteners

Affects Hyundai Tucson, Santa Fe · 2025–2026 — about 29 vehicles.

The hazard

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.

What to do

Dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 281.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational