Hyundai Recalls (2010-2026)
Hyundai has 198 recall campaigns on record across 21 models and the 2010 to 2026 model years. Most involve the electrical system, service brakes, and air bags.
Hyundai scores 26 out of 100 (grade D) for recall severity, which ranks it 48 of 52 makes and busier than most brands. The score is the recall-weighted average of its models, so the brands with the most do-not-drive and critical-safety recalls sit at the bottom. How the score works.
In total, NHTSA lists 198 Hyundai recall campaigns across 21 models for the 2010-2026 model years. The single largest affected 1,712,336 vehicles. The system recalled most often is the electrical system.
A high recall count usually tracks how many cars a brand sells and how long its models have been on the road, not how dangerous they are. The safety score below adjusts for that by weighing how serious and recent each recall is. The table further down breaks every Hyundai model out so you can see which ones drive the count.
Hyundai recalls by year
Hyundai recalls by affected system
How Hyundai compares
Makes ranked by recall-severity score (higher is better). Hyundai is highlighted.
| Rank | Make | Score | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| #45 | Mazda | D 32 | 78 |
| #46 | Polestar | D 29 | 17 |
| #47 | Rivian | D 28 | 22 |
| #48 | Hyundai | D 26 | 198 |
| #49 | Saab | D 24 | 5 |
| #50 | Kia | D 22 | 156 |
| #51 | Mercury | F 18 | 16 |
All Hyundai models
| Model | Score | Recalls | Largest recall | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | D 29 | 46 | 1,712,336 | 2010-2026 |
| Santa Fe | F 19 | 44 | 1,712,336 | 2010-2026 |
| Elantra | D 32 | 36 | 1,712,336 | 2010-2026 |
| Tucson | F 16 | 27 | 1,712,336 | 2010-2026 |
| Palisade | F 11 | 16 | 568,580 | 2020-2026 |
| Ioniq 5 | F 8 | 14 | 145,642 | 2022-2026 |
| Kona | F 9 | 14 | 158,493 | 2019-2026 |
| Veloster | B 77 | 12 | 1,649,478 | 2012-2022 |
| Accent | D 34 | 10 | 1,649,478 | 2010-2022 |
| Genesis | D 31 | 10 | 1,712,336 | 2010-2016 |
| Santa Cruz | F 13 | 9 | 584,784 | 2022-2026 |
| Ioniq | A 85 | 7 | 10,575 | 2017-2020 |
| Azera | F 17 | 6 | 1,712,336 | 2010-2017 |
| Genesis Coupe | F 13 | 6 | 1,712,336 | 2010-2016 |
| Ioniq 6 | F 7 | 6 | 294,128 | 2023-2025 |
| Nexo | F 3 | 5 | 11,870 | 2019-2024 |
| Veracruz | B 66 | 4 | 1,712,336 | 2010-2012 |
| Equus | D 23 | 3 | 1,649,478 | 2011-2015 |
| Venue | B 74 | 3 | 72,142 | 2020-2024 |
| Ioniq 9 | F 7 | 2 | 172 | 2026 |
| Genesis G70 | C 41 | 1 | 2 | 2020 |
Recent Hyundai recalls
- Ioniq 5
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Ioniq 5 and 2026 Ioniq 9 vehicles. The fasteners for the rear suspension may loosen and detach, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.
- Santa Cruz
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 forwar…
- Elantra
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Elantra and 2016 Elantra GT vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.
- Elantra
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Elantra Hybrid vehicles. The hybrid power control unit (HPCU) assembly may overheat.
- Elantra
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Elantra N, 2026 Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), and Elantra vehicles. The B-pillar impact sensors may have been …
- G90
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6, 2023-2026 Genesis G90, 2024-2026 Hyundai Santa Fe, and Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid vehicles. The driver and passenger seat b…
- Palisade
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2026 Hyundai Palisade and 2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid vehicles equipped with "Limited" and "Calligraphy" trim packages. The internal wiring within…
- Palisade
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2026 Palisade and 2026 Palisade Hybrid vehicles equipped with a Limited or Calligraphy trim package. The second and third row power seats may fail …
Common questions about Hyundai recalls
- How many recalls does Hyundai have?
- NHTSA has 198 Hyundai recall campaigns on record across 21 models for the 2010 to 2026 model years. The most common areas are the electrical system, service brakes, and air bags.
- Which Hyundai has the most recalls?
- The Hyundai Sonata has the most recall campaigns of any Hyundai model in our records. A model with more recalls is often just the brand's best-seller, on the road in larger numbers and for more years.
- Is Hyundai reliable when it comes to recalls?
- Hyundai scores 26 out of 100 for recall severity, ranking 48 of 52 makes we track. The score looks at how serious the recalls are, such as do-not-drive warnings and critical safety systems, rather than the raw count.
- How do I check a Hyundai for recalls?
- Open the model you want from the list below to see its full recall history, or enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page to see the open recalls for one specific Hyundai. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Recalls for other makes
Recall data comes from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. For sourcing and how the safety score is built, see the methodology and data sources. This page is a reference, not legal or safety advice.