Recall 26V-254
Hyundai Motor America recalled the 2026 Hyundai Elantra and 4 other models: Air bags (sensor, side impact).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 26V-254
- Reported
- April 20, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- 2,931 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
Air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix
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 [removed]. 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.
Affected vehicles
- Hyundai Elantra 2026
- Hyundai Elantra N 2025
- Hyundai Tucson 2026
- Hyundai Tucson Hybrid 2026
- Hyundai Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid 2026