Products Liability Law Daily Wrap Up, NHTSA NEWS—MOTOR VEHICLES—Possible tow hitch wiring harness short circuit leads Hyundai to recall over 51,000 vehicles, (Jan 12, 2026)
Organizations Mentioned:Hyundai Motor America
By Joe Cox, J.D.
Owners should park their vehicles outside and away from structures until a dealer has replaced the trailer wiring harness.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling about 51,587 2022-2024 Tucson vehicles equipped with an optional Mobis tow hitch wiring harness. In the relevant vehicles, the wiring harness may have been installed incorrectly, allowing water into the control module. Moisture accumulation may cause the trailer lighting to fail or an electrical short circuit. Nonfunctioning trailer lights can increase the risk of a crash. A short circuit can increase the risk of a fire (NHTSA Recall Notice, No. 25V893, Report receipt date: Dec, 19, 2025).
Remedy. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the trailer wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 16, 2026.
Contact information. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai’s number for this recall is 290.
Companies: Hyundai Motor America
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