Hyundai Tucson and Santa Cruz Recall for Roof Molding

Hyundai Tucson and Santa Cruz Recall for detached roof molding

The roof moldings on certain 2022 Hyundai Tucson and 2022–2023 Santa Cruz vehicles may detach during operation due to insufficient retention between the roof flange and mounting clips. A detached roof molding could create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash. This Hyundai Tucson and Santa Cruz Recall bulletin describes the procedure to inspect, and if necessary, replace the affected roof moldings.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V038000
Roof Moldings May Detach

A detached roof molding could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V038000

Potential Number of Units Affected 16,104

Summary

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Tucson and 2022-2023 Santa Cruz vehicles. The roof moldings may detach.

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Download Hyundai Tucson, Santa Cruz recall TSB 23-01-029H

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