Hyundai Tucson recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

December 18, 2025

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Hyundai Motor America recalls 2022–2024 Hyundai Tucson

Recall number

25V893000

Brand / firm

Hyundai

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 51,587 units

Why it was recalled

Nonfunctioning trailer lights can increase the risk of a crash. A short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Tucson vehicles equipped with an optional Mobis tow hitch wiring harness. The wiring harness may have been installed incorrectly, allowing water into the control module. Moisture accumulation may cause the trailer lighting to fail or an electrical short circuit.

What to do

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a cap of the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 290. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 20, 2025.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.