NHTSA Recall 24V146000: Latch (latches/locks/linkages)
Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 186,588 vehicles. It affects 2015–2016 Hyundai Elantra.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V146000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 256 |
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › TRUNK LID › LATCH |
| Report received | February 23, 2024 |
| Owner notification | April 5, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Elantra vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Safety risk
A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the trunk latch base sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 256.
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 24V146000
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.