Recall 24V-146
Hyundai Motor America recalled the 2015 to 2016 Hyundai Elantra: Latches/locks/linkages (trunk lid, latch).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 24V-146
- Reported
- February 23, 2024
- Vehicles affected
- 186,588 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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."
The risk
A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix
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-[removed]. Hyundai's number for this recall is 256.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Hyundai Elantra 2015 to 2016