Recall record at a glance
| Official record | 25V659000 |
|---|---|
| Category | Vehicle Recalls |
| Recalling firm | Hyundai Motor America |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY |
| Report date | Oct 2, 2025 |
| Location | United States |
What the recall covers
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.
Potential consequence
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy described by NHTSA
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.
Vehicle pages currently linked in our database
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What to do next
Use the NHTSA recall lookup with your VIN for the most precise vehicle-specific result, then follow the remedy instructions provided by the manufacturer or an authorized dealer. A model-level campaign page cannot confirm whether a particular VIN is affected.
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