NHTSA Recall 26V254000: Air bags: side impact
Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,931 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Hyundai Elantra.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V254000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 299 |
| Component | AIR BAGS › SENSOR › SIDE IMPACT |
| Report received | April 20, 2026 |
| Owner notification | June 11, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
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 were mailed June 11, 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.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V254000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Elantra | 2026 |
| Hyundai Elantra N | 2025 |
| Hyundai Tucson | 2026 |
| Hyundai Tucson Hybrid | 2026 |
| Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid | 2026 |
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.