Recall 25V659000: 2024–2025 Hyundai Santa FE
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 2, 2025
- Vehicles affected
- 135,386
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Santa Fe vehicles. The B+ positive terminal cover on the starter motor assembly may be improperly installed, which can cause an electrical short during a crash.
The risk
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and reinstall the starter motor terminal cover, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning October 22, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 285. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 4, 2025.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 25V659000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 285
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Owner letters
- Oct 22, 2025
- Components
- Electrical system:starter assembly (Electrical System)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology