NHTSA recall 25V549000
Engine and engine cooling › Critical fasteners
Hyundai Santa Fe and 1 more
Reported Aug 25, 202529 vehicles affectedHyundai Motor AmericaMaker’s number 281Built Feb 5, 2025 – Aug 7, 2025
The defect
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson and Santa Fe vehicles. The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power and engine damage, possibly resulting in an oil leak.
The risk
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.
The remedy
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.