NHTSA Recall 26V316000: Automatic emergency braking (forward collision avoidance)
Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 423,062 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Hyundai Santa Cruz.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V316000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 302 |
| Component | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE › AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING |
| Report received | May 18, 2026 |
| Owner notification | June 22, 2026 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Santa Cruz, Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, and Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. Software in the front cameras may cause the forward collision avoidance system to activate prematurely and unexpectedly apply the brakes.
Safety risk
Unexpected braking increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the front camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 17, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 302. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 20, 2026.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V316000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Santa Cruz | 2025, 2026 |
| Hyundai Tucson | 2025, 2026 |
| Hyundai Tucson Hybrid | 2025, 2026 |
| Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid | 2025, 2026 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.