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Buying a used 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz? Check these 2 recalls first
Only two recalls apply to the 2023 Santa Cruz: the tow hitch fire risk, which carries a park-outside instruction until fixed, and roof trim that can fly off. That is a shorter list than the 2022 car. Owner reports total 79, concentrated in power train (25) and engine (20), with 14 electrical. Three of those unverified reports mention fires, notable against so small a total; two crashes and one injury are also recorded.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Check the tow hitch recall status and whether a hitch harness is installed.
- Inspect the roof trim strips for looseness or signs of replacement.
- Drive it attentively for drivetrain shudder or rough shifting.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Hyundai dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Santa Fe and Santa Cruz Tow Hitch Fire Risk · park outside | Trailer Hitches | critical |
| Hyundai Tucson and Santa Cruz roof trim can fly off | Structure | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
79 complaints filed for this model year, including 2 mentioning a crash, 3 a fire and 1 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 25 | None found |
| Engine | 20 | None found |
| Electrical System | 14 | None found |
| Fuel System | 6 | None found |
| Driver Assistance | 6 | None found |
| Speed Control | 6 | None found |