NHTSA Recall 21V302000: Recliner (seats)
Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,464 vehicles. It affects 2021 Hyundai Elantra.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V302000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 204 |
| Component | SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › RECLINER |
| Report received | April 28, 2021 |
| Owner notification | June 21, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Elantra vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat back recliners may have been improperly welded.
Safety risk
An improperly welded seat back recliner could separate from the seat back frame during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the seat back frame assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 21, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-888-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 204.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V302000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Elantra | 2021 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.