Hyundai has issued a recall for approximately 42,000 vehicles of their 2025 Tucson SUV and Santa Cruz pickup models due to a potential rollaway risk. This recall primarily affects more than 35,000 Tucson models manufactured before October 25, 2024.

The Issue:

• A wiring harness inside the console may be improperly routed
• The wiring could interfere with the mechanical release of the shift lever lock
• This can cause vehicles to shift out of park without brake pedal engagement
• Affected vehicles may roll away while parked

Action Steps for Owners:

1. Continue driving normally (no stop-drive order issued)
2. Always engage parking brake when parked
3. Wait for official notification (starting January 19, 2025)
4. Visit authorized Hyundai dealer for free repair
5. Vehicles manufactured after October 25, 2024, are not affected

Safety Impact:

• No reported injuries, crashes, fires, or deaths
• Potential risks include damage to property and injury to people or pets
• Issue was discovered through a corporate fleet incident in October 2024

Important Notes:

• Repairs will be completed at no cost to owners
• Previous repair costs will be reimbursed
• Check your VIN at NHTSA website for recall status
• Contact Hyundai dealer for immediate concerns

Preventative Measures:

• Regularly check transmission fluid levels
• Maintain routine vehicle servicing
• Consider extended warranty coverage for future transmission issues
• Schedule regular transmission maintenance

Hyundai will notify owners via certified mail with detailed instructions for obtaining repairs. Dealers will reroute the console extension wiring assembly to prevent potential rollaway incidents. For immediate assistance or concerns, contact your local Hyundai dealer or the NHTSA.

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