Hyundai connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power and engine damage, possibly resulting in an oil leak.
The short version
Hyundai Motor America reported a problem with the engine and engine cooling critical fasteners. Here is what owners need to know.
The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power and engine damage, possibly resulting in an oil leak.
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Take it to a dealer — they will replace the engine, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 25V-549.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2025–2026 | Hyundai Santa Fe |
| 2025–2026 | Hyundai Tucson |
What changed
Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.
- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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Data from the NHTSA recall database. A clean VIN check means no open federal recalls for that vehicle — not that it never had one.
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