Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2023 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component2
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns | Park‑it |
|---|---|---|
| Trailer hitches | 1 | 1 |
| Structure | 1 | – |
Safety recalls2
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Mar 17, 202323V181000 | Trailer hitchesA fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. Park outside, away from structures DetailsHide details for campaign 23V181000
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| Jan 31, 202323V038000 | Structure: body roof and pillarsA detached roof molding could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V038000
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Owner complaints by component79
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 25 | 32 |
| Engine | 20 | 25 |
| Electrical system | 14 | 18 |
| Unknown or other | 10 | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 8 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 6 | 8 |
| Vehicle speed control | 6 | 8 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 6 |
| Exterior lighting | 4 | 5 |
| Trailer hitches | 3 | 4 |
| Suspension | 2 | 3 |
| Structure | 2 | 3 |
| Air bags | 2 | 3 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 3 |
| Fuel system | 1 | 1 |
4 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Suspension
“Unknown. I have had a clunking in the rear and have come across a TSB TSB 25-SS-003H. Seems like a safety issue. Rear shocks could be defective.”
- Electrical system
“The push-to-open fuel filler door repeatedly failed to release, preventing refueling.”
- Electrical system
“my 2023 Santa Cruz had 7500 miles when purchased 4/25/26. I have had issues with the screen blackening/fading which cuts of electronics; ex; safety features. This was taken in twice. Then the truck loses power.”
Other Hyundai Santa Cruz model years
- 20263 recalls5 complaints
- 20253 recalls20 complaints
- 20241 recall35 complaints
- 20232 recalls79 complaints
- 20224 recalls185 complaints
Other Hyundai models
- 2023 Sonata2 recalls102 complaints
- 2023 Elantra4 recalls168 complaints
- 2023 Santa Fe2 recalls290 complaints
- 2023 Tucson2 recalls180 complaints
- 2023 Palisade5 recalls405 complaints
- 2023 Ioniq 54 recalls388 complaints
- 2023 Kona2 recalls75 complaints
- 2023 Ioniq 65 recalls56 complaints
- 2023 Nexo1 recall6 complaints
- 2023 Venue0 recalls24 complaints
- 2022 Accent2 recalls17 complaints
- 2022 Veloster2 recalls37 complaints
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz recall questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz. The most recent, 23V181000 (reported March 17, 2023), concerns trailer hitches. 1 campaign carries a park-it or park-outside warning. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz?
Power train is the most-reported component, named in 25 complaints out of 79 filed with NHTSA (32%). Across all complaints, owners reported 2 crashs and 3 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Hyundai recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Hyundai dealer.
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