The manufacturer’s record · Page 1 of 1
Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 1–28 of 28, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Nov 16, 2024–Aug 28, 2026.
Back to 2025 Hyundai SANTA FE HYBRID problems & recallsThis archive includes service bulletins, warranty notices, software instructions and other communications. Records may repeat or supersede earlier instructions. A model-year association is not proof that a document covers every engine, trim, VIN or reported symptom, or that a repair is free.
NHTSA download snapshot: Sep 28, 2026. These are communication associations for this vehicle, not unique defects. How records are joined and counted.
NHTSA communication ID: 11036636
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Some Santa Fe Hybrid (MX5A HEV) vehicles may have walk-in switches that are not fully secured. This bulletin provides instructions to trim the seat cover and replace the walk-in switch with improved parts.
Source components: SEATS.
Source record 11036636 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11036624
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Some Santa Fe (MX5A) and Santa Fe Hybrid (MX5A HEV) vehicles may exhibit a 12-volt battery drain due to the passive entry feature of the Digital Key 2 premium causing repeated wakeup of the vehicle. This bulletin provides instructions to perform software updates for the Ultra-Wide Band (UWB) and Body Domain Control (BDC) modules.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11036624 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11036617
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Some Santa Fe (MX5A) and Santa Fe Hybrid (MX5A HEV) vehicles equipped with natural leather or Nappa leather seating surfaces may exhibit wrinkling on the first or second row seat cushions or seat backs, or tearing along the perforation holes due to the stiffness of the leather material. This bulletin provides instructions to replace the wrinkled or torn seat covers.
Source components: SEATS.
Source record 11036617 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11033837
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Some Santa Fe (MX5A) and Santa Fe Hybrid (MX5A HEV) vehicles equipped with power seats with or without Integrated Memory System (IMS) may produce buzz, squeak, rattle noises when the driver’s front seat is adjusted forward or backwards due to friction within the motor’s tube. This bulletin provides instructions to remove the motor tube.
Source components: SEATS.
Source record 11033837 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11033710
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This bulletin provides information related to the navigation and head unit software changes introduced in the 2026 1st Navigation Map and Software Update. The changes may vary depending on vehicle type, model, and navigation system. Refer to the 2026 1st Navigation Map and Software Update Key Improvements and Additional Improvements tables in this TSB for a list of specific changes. The software can be downloaded via Navigation Updater (NAU) and updated by USB.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11033710 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11032523
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of substandard and dangerous driver’s-side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN). These inflators were not supplied, approved, or authorized by the vehicle manufacturers and have primarily been found in vehicles that previously experienced a crash and underwent airbag replacement using non-genuine parts. These dangerous inflators have ruptured during deployment, posing a serious risk of injury or death due to metal fragments entering the vehicle cabin. To date, Hyundai is aware of three people who have died while driving a Hyundai vehicle with one of these substandard replacement airbag inflators that deployed in what likely would have been a survivable crash. NHTSA has issued a public advisory urging vehicle owners and service professionals to have vehicles inspected if there is reason to believe that a non-genuine replacement airbag may have been installed. Vehicles with salvage or rebuilt titles, prior airbag deployments, or unknown repair histories may present a higher risk. NHTSA strongly cautions against self-inspection by vehicle owners and recommends inspection by trained technicians.
Source components: AIR BAGS.
Source record 11032523 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11032522
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety advisory regarding dangerous, counterfeit driver‑side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN), that have been identified in U.S. vehicles following prior crashes, theft, or non‑certified airbag replacements. These inflators are not approved for use, may rupture during deployment, and have caused serious injuries and fatalities. Please see attached announcement, provided by NHTSA, for more details.
Source components: AIR BAGS.
Source record 11032522 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11031315
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink functions. This may be due to an occasional disconnection on Verizon’s communication network. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to verify Bluelink Data Communication Unit (DCU) network connection and if needed, reset the DCU in Dealer Mode to resolve the connection.
Campaign / software reference: 9C0
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11031315 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11030084
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Some Santa Fe (MX5A) and Santa Fe Hybrid (MX5A HEV) vehicles equipped with 2nd row captain’s chairs have an armrest cap that may detach. This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the armrest cap on the 2nd row captain’s chairs with a revised part.
Source components: SEATS.
Source record 11030084 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11029944
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Certain Santa Fe Hybrid (MX5A HEV) vehicles may experience a discharged battery condition due to the Fingerprint Module (FPM) not entering 'SLEEP' mode when the ignition is turned off. This bulletin provides instructions to perform a software update with revised logic for the FPM.
Campaign / software reference: LA6A
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11029944 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11028961
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Certain Santa Fe (MX5A) and Santa Fe Hybrid (MX5A HEV) vehicles may experience a discharged battery condition due to the Fingerprint Module (FPM) not entering 'SLEEP' mode when the ignition is turned off. Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) 26-01-015H and 26-01-016H provide instructions to perform a software update with revised logic for the FPM. *Over-the-Air (OTA): This update can also be conducted via OTA. The customer can complete on his/her own if he/she has an active subscription to Hyundai Bluelink. A visit to the dealership is not required. Deployment of the OTA to Bluelink customers is planned starting the week of 02/16/2026.
Campaign / software reference: LA6 & LA6A
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11028961 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11028960
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Certain Santa Fe Hybrid (MX5A HEV) vehicles may experience a discharged battery condition due to the Fingerprint Module (FPM) not entering 'SLEEP' mode when the ignition is turned off. This bulletin provides instructions to perform a software update with revised logic for the FPM.
Campaign / software reference: LA6A
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11028960 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11025589
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Certain Santa Fe (MX5A) and Santa Fe Hybrid (MX5A HEV) vehicles may experience battery drain and inoperative heated seat capacitive touch buttons due to incorrect ECU logic for the Seat Heater Unit – Front (SHU_FRT). Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) 25-01-025H-1 and 25-01-028H-1 provides instructions to perform a software update for the Seat Heater Unit – Front to correct the logic. Over-the-Air (OTA): This update can also be conducted via OTA. The customer can complete on his/her own if he/she has an active subscription to Hyundai Bluelink. A visit to the dealership is not required. Deployment of the OTA to Bluelink customers is planned to start the week of 11/11/25.
Campaign / software reference: LA1, LA1A
Source components: SEATS.
Source record 11025589 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11025476
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. Lamp assembly replacement is NOT necessary in most cases. This condition can be eliminated by turning on the lamps with the engine running for several minutes or during normal driving operation.
Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Source record 11025476 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11023876
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Hyundai has become aware that some vehicles may exhibit a “pop,” “tick,” or “creak” noise from the right front subframe area while driving. The noise may be caused by a missing weld on the right front subframe mounting stud.
Campaign / software reference: 9C4
Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY.
Source record 11023876 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11023692
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This bulletin provides information related to the changes introduced in the 2025 1st Navigation Map and Software Update. The changes may vary depending on vehicle type, model, and navigation system as described in this TSB.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11023692 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11023044
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Certain Santa Fe (MX5A) and Santa Fe Hybrid (MX5A HEV) vehicles may produce a “pop”, “tick”, or “creak” noise from a missing weld on the mounting stud of the right front subframe while driving. The vehicle’s structural integrity is maintained even with a missing weld; however, drivers may report an abnormal noise coming from the affected area during certain driving scenarios.
Campaign / software reference: 9C4
Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY.
Source record 11023044 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11023042
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Certain Santa Fe (MX5A) and Santa Fe Hybrid (MX5A HEV) vehicles may produce a “pop”, “tick”, or “creak” noise from a missing weld on the mounting stud of the right front subframe while driving. The vehicle’s structural integrity is maintained even with a missing weld; however, drivers may report an abnormal noise coming from the affected area during certain driving scenarios. This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect, and if necessary, repair the missing weld on the mounting stud to eliminate the noise.
Campaign / software reference: 9C4
Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY.
Source record 11023042 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11018876
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This bulletin provides information related to the changes introduced in the 2024 2nd Navigation Map and Software Update. The changes may vary depending on vehicle type, model, and navigation system. Refer to the 2024 2nd Navigation Map and Software Update Improvements section in this TSB for a list of specific changes. The software can be downloaded via Navigation Updater (NAU) and updated by USB. The NAU website is https://update.hyundai.com/US/EN/navigationUpdate. For certain models equipped with a relevant Bluelink package, the software may be downloaded and applied via OTA update.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11018876 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11018574
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink functions. This may be due to an occasional disconnection on Verizon’s communication network. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to verify Bluelink Data Communication Unit (DCU) network connection and if needed, reset the DCU in Dealer Mode to resolve the connection.
Campaign / software reference: 9C0
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11018574 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11017338
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Certain Santa Fe Hybrid (MX5A HEV) vehicles may experience battery drain due to incorrect ECU logic for the Seat Heater Unit – Front (SHU_FRT). This bulletin provides instructions to perform a software update for the Seat Heater Unit – Front to correct the logic.
Campaign / software reference: TCVA
Source components: SEATS.
Source record 11017338 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11016996
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Certain vehicles (See Applicable Vehicles List below) equipped with the 12-inch instrument cluster display and separate Instrument Cluster Module require software verification PRIOR to odometer mileage writing. If the Cluster Module does not have the latest software, the incorrect mileage may be written to the new module. This bulletin provides information to confirm the Instrument Cluster Module is equipped with the latest software version prior to using the GDS tablet to write the odometer mileage.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11016996 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11014928
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink functions. This may be due to an occasional disconnection on Verizon’s communication network. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to verify Bluelink Data Communication Unit (DCU) network connection and if needed, reset the DCU in Dealer Mode to resolve the connection.
Campaign / software reference: 9C0
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11014928 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11014445
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Hyundai Motor America has noted that several vehicles were impacted by a telecommunications outage that occurred on Sunday, February 9th , resulting in the potential loss of connectivity or interruptions when attempting to use Bluelink functions. Voice Recognition, Sports Media, and Weather will not be available. Dealer stock and retailed vehicles are both affected. If a customer calls in and their vehicle is experiencing issues related to Bluelink, please have them come into the dealership to assist with resetting the Bluelink Data Communication Unit (DCU) and utilize TSB 25-BE-003H posted on Hyundai Tech Info.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11014445 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11014444
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink functions. This may be due to an occasional disconnection on Verizon’s communication network. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to reset the Connected Car Data Communication Unit (DCU) in Dealer Mode to resolve the connection.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11014444 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11012049
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Certain 2025MY Santa Fe (MX5A) and Santa Fe Hybrid (MX5A HEV) vehicles may have a Bluelink malfunction or not able to have Bluelink setup. This bulletin provides instructions to reset the network in Dealer Mode to prevent the Data Concentrator Unit (DCU) modem from experiencing a "Blue Link Not Open" error.
Campaign / software reference: TCQ
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11012049 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11011758
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Certain 2025MY Santa Fe (MX5A) and Santa Fe Hybrid (MX5A HEV) vehicles may have a Bluelink malfunction or not able to have Bluelink setup. This bulletin provides instructions to reset the network in Dealer Mode to prevent the Data Concentrator Unit (DCU) modem from experiencing a "Blue Link Not Open" error.
Campaign / software reference: TCG
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11011758 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11010978
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Certain Santa Cruz (NXT), Santa Fe (MX5A), Santa Fe Hybrid (MX5A HEV), and Tucson (NX4A) vehicles may exhibit a display screen flickering or intermittently going blank. This may be due to the shield width of the coaxial cable being too wide, causing a loose connection. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to adjust the width of the shield using a supplied shield adjustment jig.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11010978 at NHTSA