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Nearly 100,000 Hyundais are under recall. Here’s why
By Brandy Beard at KGNS — Sitewide
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
(Gray News) - Nearly 100,000 Hyundai Tucsons are being recalled, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.The recall, issued June 24, was for instrument-panel display issues. According to NHTSA, the panels may fail to show critical safety information such as the speedometer...
Key takeaway About 96,310 models are affected, including the Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, and Tucson Plug-In Hybrid, all model years 2025 and 2026.
Why this matters in Laredo News
For Laredo drivers who own a 2025 or 2026 Hyundai Tucson, this recall is particularly relevant as the city's roads can be unforgiving, especially during rush hour on Interstate 35. The instrument-panel display issue poses a significant risk, as not being able to see critical safety information like the speedometer or warning lights can lead to accidents. Given the high volume of traffic that passes through Laredo, it's crucial that affected vehicle owners take immediate action to update their panel display software. The fact that the update can be done over the air or by a dealer at no charge provides some relief, but owners must still be proactive in addressing the issue. As notification letters are set to be sent out starting August 22, local Hyundai owners should be on the lookout for these letters and take prompt action to ensure their vehicles are safe to drive.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? (Gray News) - Nearly 100,000 Hyundai Tucsons are being recalled, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.The recall, issued June 24, was for instrument-panel display issues. According to NHTSA, the panels may fail to show critical safety information such as the speedometer...
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