Transport CanadaCritical
2024 HYUNDAI SANTA FETransport Canada Recall #2025529
The official notice
Defect
On certain vehicles, the starter motor's terminal cover may not have been installed properly. As a result, the positive terminal could be exposed and contact nearby components in a crash. If this happens, there could be a short circuit.
Safety Risk
A short circuit could create the risk of a fire and/or injury.
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, reinstall the starter motor positive terminal cover.
13,153 vehicles affectedMfr ref: R0290 (GWMS:51DA45)Updated June 10, 2026