NHTSA Recall 26V307000

Filed by Hyundai Motor America. Component: Air Bags. Reported 2026-05-14. An estimated 3,493 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

Defect

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.

Risk

An air bag inflator that ruptures may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or passengers, increasing the risk of injury or death.

What the manufacturer will do

Dealers will inspect and replace the air bag inflator, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 13, 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.

Manufacturer campaign number: 300

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Vehicles covered by this recall