2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Recalls

Quick answer: The 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe has 1 NHTSA safety recall on record. Check your VIN to see which apply to your specific car — recall repairs are free at the dealer.

TL;DR

1 recall on the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe. Recall repairs are always free. Enter your VIN at NHTSA or your dealer to confirm which apply.

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Recalls for the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe

TRAILER HITCHES

NHTSA campaign 23V181000 · 2023-17-03

Issue: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Santa Fe, 2021-2023 Santa Fe HEV, 2022-2023 Santa Fe Plug-in HEV and Santa Cruz vehicles potentially equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Hyundai dealership. Water accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

Risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 244. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-633.

What to do about a recall

  • Recall repairs are free — the manufacturer pays, regardless of car age.
  • Confirm which recalls apply to your exact car by entering your 17-digit VIN.
  • Contact any franchised dealer for that brand to schedule the free repair.
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Check engine light on your 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe?

A recall is a known defect the manufacturer fixes for free. A check-engine light is different — it's a stored trouble code you can read yourself. Start here:

Check engine light explained P0420 — CatalystP0300 — MisfireP0171 — Running Lean All OBD-II fault codes

Frequently asked questions

Are Hyundai Santa Fe recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers, no matter how old the vehicle is.

How do I check recalls for my exact Santa Fe?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup or any Hyundai dealer. The VIN tells you precisely which campaigns affect your car.

Is it safe to drive a Santa Fe with an open recall?

It depends on the defect. Read the "Risk" line for each recall above — some are minor, others advise reduced use until repaired. When in doubt, contact a dealer.