2025–2026 Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Elantra N, Hyundai Tucson +more: Air Bags recall
NHTSA campaign 26V254000 · 2,931 units potentially affected · filed Apr 20, 2026
What's 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.
Why it matters
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 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V254000
- Manufacturer no.
- 299
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Component
- AIR BAGS:SENSOR:SIDE IMPACT
- Units affected
- 2,931
- Report received
- Apr 20, 2026
- Owner letters
- Jun 11, 2026
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Hyundai Elantra 2026
- Hyundai Elantra N 2025
- Hyundai Tucson 2026
- Hyundai Tucson Hybrid 2026
- Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid 2026