CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Tucson and Santa Cruz vehicles. The circuit board in the motor-driven power steering assembly may short circuit, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
- Risk
- A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the motor-driven power steering electric power pack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 261.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
A circuit board in the motor-driven power steering assembly may short circuit, causing a loss of power steering assist. Without that assist, steering becomes harder and the risk of a crash increases.
If you own an affected vehicle, dealers will replace the motor-driven power steering electric power pack at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed July 11, 2024. You can also contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 (Hyundai recall number 261) for more information.
To check whether your vehicle is affected, look up your VIN for open recalls on the NHTSA website or contact an authorized Hyundai dealer.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Hyundai Santa Cruz | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Tucson | 2024 |