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Hyundai Recalls Over 421,000 Vehicles in the US Due to Brake Malfunction

Hyundai Motor Company is recalling more than 421,000 vehicles in the United States due to a software error related to the braking system, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced on May 22, according to Reuters.

Hyundai Recalls Over 421,000 Vehicles in the US Due to Brake Malfunction

TL;DR

  • Hyundai is recalling over 421,000 vehicles in the U.S.
  • The recall is due to a software error in the forward-view camera affecting the braking system.
  • The defect can cause the forward collision-avoidance system to activate unexpectedly, increasing accident risk.
  • Affected models include certain Santa Cruz, Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, and Tucson Plug-in Hybrid Electric vehicles from 2025-2026.
  • Dealers will update the front camera system software for free.