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NHTSA Recall 23V589000: Vehicle speed control and electrical system

Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 37,997 vehicles. It affects 2021–2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid.

37,997
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2023
owners notified (September 26)
NHTSA campaign23V589000
Manufacturer campaign248
ComponentsVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Report receivedAugust 18, 2023
Owner notificationSeptember 26, 2023
Initiated byNHTSA Office of Defects Investigation

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Elantra HEV vehicles. A software error in the motor control unit may cause unintended vehicle acceleration after the brake pedal is released.

Safety risk

Unintended vehicle acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the motor control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 29, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 248.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 23V589000

Make and modelModel years
Hyundai Elantra Hybrid2021, 2022, 2023

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.