Rearview Camera Fail: Why 143,000 Hyundai Santa Fes Are Being Recalled

Hyundai Is Recalling Santa Fe Models for Rearview Cameras: 143k SUVs Affected

Despite rearview cameras being mandated by the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 111, several automakers continue to struggle with reliability issues. Now, the problem is affecting one of the segment’s most popular crossovers. The Hyundai Santa Fe rearview camera recall impacts 143,472 vehicles across the 2024 and 2025 model years (including the hybrid version), which risk failing to meet FMVSS 111.

Unlike other recalls caused by software issues, the problem here is down to poor hardware installation by a supplier. Until the no-charge fix is provided, these vehicles face an increased risk of a crash when backing up.

Here is a breakdown of the specific problem, the affected vehicles, and the timeline for the repair.

The Cause: Improperly Assembled Wiring

The fault stems from a mechanical issue rather than a coding error. The camera’s main wire harness was improperly assembled by the supplier, causing critical wear on the cable’s shield line.

• Root Cause: Improper assembly of the main wire harness by the supplier.
• Mechanical Failure: Increased tension and wear in the cable’s shield line.
• Symptom: Bad contact between the terminal and the camera, causing the rearview camera image not to display during use or startup.

The recall report states that the problem affects both combustion-only Santa Fes (106,049 units) and hybrid models (37,423 units).

The Free Fix and Timeline

The Hyundai Santa Fe rearview camera recall requires a straightforward hardware replacement at the dealer.

Industry Context

The sheer number of rearview camera recalls issued across the industry in 2025 highlights a systemic problem for automakers trying to meet the FMVSS 111 mandate. Ford, for instance, has recalled over 3.4 million vehicles for similar issues this year, and Stellantis and Volvo have also issued mass recalls.

While the rearview mirror provides an infallible redundancy, the failure of the primary rearview camera system violates a core safety standard. Owners can check their VINs now, but the official notification and no-charge fix for the Hyundai Santa Fe rearview camera recall will only begin on January 19, 2026.

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