Hyundai recalls 421,000 vehicles over brake software defect
Hyundai is recalling 421,000 vehicles in the U.S. due to a software defect that may cause unintended braking. The recall affects certain Santa Cruz and Tucson models. A software error in the front cameras can trigger the forward collision avoidance system unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash. Owners will be notified and dealers will update the software free of charge.
Key facts
- Hyundai recalls 421,000 U.S. vehicles
- Defect involves brake software in front cameras
- Affects Santa Cruz and Tucson models
- Software error may cause unintended braking
- Forward collision avoidance system may trigger unexpectedly
- Recall aims to fix software defect
- Dealers will update software free of charge
- Owners will be notified
Entities
Institutions
- Hyundai
Locations
- United States
Sources
- Quartz —