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2026 Hyundai Elantra

1 recalls · 0 complaints · Safety Score A

A
Safety Score
94/100
1
Recalls
0
Complaints
0
Crash Reports
0
Fire Reports

Recall History

26V25400021/04/2026
Air Bags:sensor:side Impact

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Elantra N, 2026 Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), and Elantra vehicles. The B-pillar impact sensors may have been misassembled, which can delay air bag deployment.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: Air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the impact sensor(s), as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 19, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 299. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 22, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

The 2026 Hyundai Elantra has 1 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA. Total complaints filed: 0.

The 2026 Hyundai Elantra has a Safety Score of 94/100 (Grade A). This score factors in recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash and fire reports (20%), and trend direction (10%).

The 2026 Hyundai Elantra received a Safety Score of A. This vehicle has a better-than-average safety record. No crash reports are on file.

Contact your nearest Hyundai dealership to schedule a free recall repair. You can also check your specific vehicle by VIN at NHTSA.gov. Manufacturers are required by law to fix recall-related defects at no cost.

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Safety Score is calculated from recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash/fire reports (20%), and safety trend (10%).

Source: NHTSA vehicle recall database, 2026.