Forward collision avoidance system may activate brakes unexpectedly
Defect Summary
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 Consequence
Unexpected braking increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 26V316000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V316000?
NHTSA recall 26V316000 was issued by Hyundai Motor America on May 19, 2026. It addresses: Forward collision avoidance system may activate brakes unexpectedly. The recall affects approximately 423,062 vehicles, with the defect involving the Forward Collision Avoidance component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V316000 or the manufacturer campaign number 302. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-08-17. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.