**Summary:** Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson and Santa Fe vehicles. The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power and engine damage, possibly resulting in an oil leak.
**Potential Consequence:** A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
**Remedy:** Dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 24, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 281.
**Vehicle Information:** Year: 2025, Make: HYUNDAI, Model: SANTA FE, Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
**Component:** ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS