Vehicle Recall

Hyundai recalls 135,386 Santa Fe SUVs (2024–2025) in the U.S.

Quick guide: what’s affected, build dates, and owner steps.

Hyundai dealership lot with multiple vehicles parked, daylight scene
Starter motor terminal cover may be improperly installed on certain 2024–2025 Hyundai Santa Fe SUVs, creating an electrical short risk in specific crash scenarios. Photo: PxHere (CC0/Public Domain).

Key facts

NHTSA campaign
25V659
Models
Santa Fe (non-hybrid)
Model years
2024–2025
Build window
Dec 28, 2023 – Jul 7, 2025
Issue
B+ terminal cover on starter motor may contact cooling fan during a crash → possible electrical short
Known reports
1 thermal event recorded during testing; no U.S. injuries or fatalities reported in the filing
Remedy
Dealer inspection and reinstallation of the terminal cover, free of charge; reimbursement available
Owner letters
Mailing planned from December 2025
Tip: Save your service receipt if you already paid for a related fix—Hyundai indicates reimbursement is available.
Electrical short
Starter motor
Crash scenario

VIN helper (opens NHTSA lookup)

Enter your 17-character VIN. The button activates when the format looks valid, then takes you to the official lookup.

Read NHTSA filing (PDF)

Dealers will inspect and reinstall the terminal cover if needed at no cost. Owner notifications are scheduled by mail.

What owners can do now

  • Use the VIN helper above to confirm recall status on NHTSA.
  • Book a visit with your Hyundai dealer for inspection/reinstallation if your vehicle is included.
  • Keep documentation for any related out-of-pocket costs for possible reimbursement.

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This section covered the recall scope, build dates, the stated risk, and owner steps based on the filing. Further updates may appear in official notices.

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