NHTSAELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Hyundai Motor America - Fire Risk from Improper Starter Motor Wiring

Publicado: 2 de octubre de 2025ID de Retiro: 25V659000Categoría: Vehículos y AutomotrizPaís: Estados Unidos
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Vehicle RecallNHTSAUSUS

Hyundai Motor America - Fire Risk from Improper Starter Motor Wiring

Recalling Firm: Hyundai Motor America

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Motivo del Retiro / Peligro

An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.

Descripción del Producto e Identificación

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.

Productos Afectados

Fire Risk from Improper Starter Motor Wiring

Additional Source Details

FieldValue
SubjectFire Risk from Improper Starter Motor Wiring
Nhtsa id25V659000
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Recall link › Urlhttps://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V659000
Recall link › DescriptionGo to Recall
Recall typeVehicle
Do not driveNo
ManufacturerHyundai Motor America
Defect summaryHyundai 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.
Completion rate79.32
Corrective actionDealers 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.
Consequence summaryAn electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Mfr campaign number285
Potentially affected135386
Report received date2025-10-02T00:00:00.000
Fire risk when parkedNo

Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately

Safety Steps
1Verify Product Identifiers

Locate your 17-digit VIN on the driver-side dash or door pillar. Check whether your specific vehicle has an open safety campaign before scheduling service.

2Isolate & Discontinue Use

If a "Do Not Drive" warning is present, park the vehicle safely outdoors away from structures and contact the manufacturer for complimentary towing.

3Claim Free Statutory Remedy

Contact any authorized franchised dealership. By federal law, all recall inspections, replacement components, and labor must be provided 100% free of charge.

4Report Adverse Incidents

If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (NHTSA).

Your Legal Rights as a Consumer

Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall

FAQ Guide

Q1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Hyundai Motor America - Fire Risk from Improper Starter Motor Wiring?

Check your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to verify if your specific car is affected. If the notice includes a 'Do Not Drive' warning, park the vehicle safely and contact an authorized dealership for towing and complimentary repair.

Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?

Yes. Under federal and international motor vehicle safety laws, franchised dealerships are legally required to perform all recall inspections, replacement parts, and labor 100% free of charge.

Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?

In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.

Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?

This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (NHTSA). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.

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Resumen

  • Empresa ResponsableHyundai Motor America
  • Nivel de RiesgoELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Recall Hazard Severity
Caution (Class III)
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