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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 26V307000

2016 Hyundai Elantra Gt | 2015 Hyundai Elantra | 2016 Hyundai Elantra — Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator module

Published May 15, 2026 · Recall initiated: May 14, 2026

Summary

NHTSA records recall 26V307000, published May 15, 2026 and initiated May 14, 2026. Recalling firm: Hyundai Motor America; 2016 Hyundai Elantra Gt | 2015 Hyundai Elantra | 2016 Hyundai Elantra — Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator module.

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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.

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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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Questions about this recall

Was 2016 Hyundai Elantra Gt | 2015 Hyundai Elantra | 2016 Hyundai Elantra — Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator module recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 26V307000 on May 15, 2026. Reported 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 should I do if I have this product?

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.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: HYUNDAI. Model: ELANTRA GT.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)