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NHTSARecalled May 15, 2026 · #26V307000

Air Bag Inflator May Rupture

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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

Product details

Product
  • Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
  • 2016 Elantra GT
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Dealers will inspect and replace the air bag inflator, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 13, 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.

View the official CPSC notice