NHTSAGeneral Alert
Hyundai Motor America - Tow Hitch Wiring Harness May Short Circuit
Published: December 19, 2025Recall ID: 25E091000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Nonfunctioning trailer lights can increase the risk of a crash. A short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Product Description & Identification
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain Mobis tow hitch harnesses with part number CWF61-AU100. 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.
Affected Products
Tow Hitch Wiring Harness May Short Circuit
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Tow Hitch Wiring Harness May Short Circuit |
| Nhtsa id | 25E091000 |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25E091000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Equipment |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Defect summary | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain Mobis tow hitch harnesses with part number CWF61-AU100. 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. |
| Corrective action | 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. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed February 13, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated July 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 291. |
| Consequence summary | Nonfunctioning trailer lights can increase the risk of a crash. A short circuit can increase the risk of a fire. |
| Mfr campaign number | 291 |
| Potentially affected | 1338 |
| Report received date | 2025-12-19T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | Yes |