NHTSA Campaign Number
25V659000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
Reported to NHTSA: February 10, 2025
Defect Description
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Santa Fe vehicles. The B+ positive terminal cover on the starter motor assembly may be improperly installed, which can cause an electrical short during a crash.
Safety Consequence
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and reinstall the starter motor terminal cover, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning October 22, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 285. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 4, 2025.
Affected Vehicles (1)
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Hyundai | Santa Fe |
This recall information is from NHTSA campaign 25V659000. This site is not affiliated with NHTSA. Contact your dealer or call NHTSA's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.