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NHTSA Recall 26V307000: Inflator module (air bags)

Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,493 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Hyundai Elantra.

3,493
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2026
owners notified (July 29)
NHTSA campaign26V307000
Manufacturer campaign300
ComponentAIR BAGS › FRONTAL › DRIVER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE
Report receivedMay 14, 2026
Owner notificationJuly 29, 2026
Initiated byNHTSA Office of Defects Investigation

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Elantra and 2016 Elantra GT vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.

Safety risk

An air bag inflator that ruptures may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or passengers, increasing the risk of injury or death.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the air bag inflator, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated August, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 300. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 16, 2026.

Vehicles covered by recall 26V307000

Make and modelModel years
Hyundai Elantra2015, 2016
Hyundai Elantra GT2016

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.