NHTSA recall 26V-316 (26V316000)
forward collision avoidance recall reported May 18, 2026 - about 423,062 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 26V316000
- Also written as
- 26V-316
- Manufacturer number
- 302
- Reported
- May 18, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- ~423,062
- Component
- forward collision avoidance
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
Unexpected braking increases the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 26V-316 when calling a dealer.
Affected 4 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.