AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Published May 15, 2026 · Recall initiated: May 14, 2026
What's the hazard
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Elantra and 2016 Elantra GT vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.
What to do
Dealers will inspect and replace the air bag inflator, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated August, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 300. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 16, 2026.
Recall details
- Brand
- HYUNDAI
- Model
- ELANTRA GT
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Lot
- 2016 HYUNDAI ELANTRA GT | 2015 HYUNDAI ELANTRA | 2016 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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