2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz recalls

4 safety recalls, 186 owner complaints. Official NHTSA data.

4Recalls
186Complaints
7Crashes & fires reported
N/ANHTSA overall rating

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2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz recall list

Trailer Hitches recall

Park outside23V-181
March 17, 2023 · Hyundai Motor America
Problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Santa Fe, 2021-2023 Santa Fe HEV, 2022-2023 Santa Fe Plug-in HEV and Santa Cruz vehicles potentially equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Hyundai dealership. Water accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Safety risk
A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 244. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-633.

Structure recall

23V-038
January 31, 2023 · Hyundai Motor America
Problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Tucson and 2022-2023 Santa Cruz vehicles. The roof moldings may detach.
Safety risk
A detached roof molding could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace, or secure the roof moldings, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 30, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 241.

Power Train recall

22V-746
October 6, 2022 · Hyundai Motor America
Problem
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.
Safety risk
Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 236.

Engine and Engine Cooling recall

22V-197
March 28, 2022 · Hyundai Motor America
Problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Santa Fe and Santa Cruz vehicles. The oil supply pipe to the turbocharger may crack, which could result in an oil leak in the engine compartment.
Safety risk
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the turbocharger oil supply pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall 222.

2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz owner complaints

186 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 1 fire, 6 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Power Train90
Engine51
Unknown or Other36
Electrical System22
Fuel/Propulsion System21
Vehicle Speed Control18
Exterior Lighting9
Forward Collision Avoidance8
Air Bags4
Lane Departure4

Recent complaints

October 29, 2026Air BagsCrash1 injury

My 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz didn't deploy the side curtain airbags when struck on the front passenger side. I was the passenger seated where the car impacted and my head hit the window without the airbags in which I suffered a Traumatic Brain Injury and have become disabled. I'm attaching the supporting documentation regarding the accident and vehicle which was determined to be totaled. Pictures from the repair estimate company indicate where the vehicle's airbag sensors are located and show the airbags didn't deploy. If they would have deployed, it would have saved me from this life changing injury with life-long consequences.

September 27, 2026Electrical SystemEngineBack Over Prevention

I have had one Transmission and the tow hitch wiring harness replaced once from recalls. The tow hitch wiring harness is failing and all the warning lights are failing. The transmission is slipping upon takeoff and will rev at elevated RMS on the highway at times. When in reverse it will still move forward at times and on a hill it rolls back. The breaks have slammed on (for no reason) a couple of times while on the highway. It has also lost power. No check engine lights are on at this time. The warning lights for wiring harness are on at all times. I had it looked at last week and I had to pay $400.00 but they never drove it and said the wiring harness is no longer their responsibility.

September 21, 2026Unknown or Other

While driving on a 170 mile trip at mostly high speed, when reducing speed near destination the engine suddenly shut off while traveling at 35 mph. Dashboard lights and alarms occurred indicating engine was off. Was able to safely bring the vehicle to a stop. Was very lucky this occurred in an area where I could bring the car safely to a stop. No indication of engine trouble or any alert lights proceeded the engine shut down. Was able to restart the car and safely reach destination. Was also able to do 170 mile return trip without incident. I reported this directly to Hyundai through their app. Scheduled appointment with dealer to check the vehicle. Inspection and diagnostics at Hyundai deal

September 11, 2026Forward Collision AvoidanceCrash1 injury

The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz. The contact stated that while driving on I-95 and approaching a stopped vehicle, the brake pedal was depressed, and the automatic emergency braking system engaged. Upon depressing the accelerator pedal to accelerate when traffic started moving, the emergency braking light remained illuminated, and an alarm sounded even after the preceding vehicle drove away. The automatic emergency braking system failed to disengage, causing the vehicle to be rear-ended by an ambulance. The contact sustained body soreness from head to feet and whiplash but had not yet received medical treatment. The ambulance air bags deployed, and the ambulance was undrivable. The

September 10, 2026Engine

My INTEGRATED THERMAL MANAGEMENT (ITM) module went bad in my 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz. I notified Hyundai about it and found out there are several service bulletins related to this part. My truck was outside the bumper-to-bumper warranty, so I had to pay over $1000.00 to get it replaced. I think it's shitty that Hyundai knows there is an issue with part on 2022-2023 Santa Cruz's and aren't willing to cover it. On top of that, the ECU has to re-calibrated after the repair, which didn't allow me to replace the part myself.

2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz PU/CC AWDNot ratedNot ratedNot ratedNot rated

Driver aids on the tested 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning no.

2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz recall FAQ

Does the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz. The most recent, filed March 17, 2023, concerns the trailer hitches.

What are the most common 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz problems?

Owners have filed 186 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is power train (90 reports), followed by engine.

Is the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz safe?

NHTSA has not published an overall crash test rating for the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz?

Contact any authorized Hyundai dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.