Component
TRAILER HITCHES
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
What Happened
Your vehicle's tow hitch harness may have a problem that can cause a fire, especially if water gets into it. This harness helps control the electrical system for towing a trailer.
Risk if Unfixed
If the problem isn't fixed, there's a risk of a fire while you're driving or parked, which could cause injury.
Free Fix
Don't worry, it's free! Take your vehicle to a Hyundai dealership, and they'll install a new fuse and wire extension kit to fix the issue at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Original — 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.
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