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US recalls (3)
Suspension: front, macpherson strut
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2026 Tucson Hybrid and Elantra vehicles. The front strut assembly fasteners may not be tightened properly, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front strut assembly fasteners and perform a wheel alignment, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 19, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 309. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 23, 2026.
Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2026 Venue, Elantra N, Elantra Hybrid, and Elantra vehicles. The wheel lug nuts may loosen and allow the wheel to detach.
Risk and remedy
Risk: Wheel detachment can cause a loss of vehicle control or create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the wheel assembly lug nuts, and replace the hub bearing assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 19, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 310. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 23, 2026.
Air bags: sensor, side impact
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk: Air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Canadian recalls (1)
Show 1 Canadian recall
High voltage
2026-05-14 · campaign 2026-235
Issue:
On certain hybrid vehicles, a problem in the hybrid power control unit (HPCU) could cause it to overheat.
Note: This problem could cause the vehicle not to start or to enter a reduced power mode and the malfunction indicator lamp to display.
Safety Risk:
An HPCU that overheats can create a fire risk.
Corrective Actions:
Hyundai will notify owners in writing and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the HPCU software.
Owner complaints (3)
Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 Hyundai Elantra (1 injuries reported). Among 35 model years of this model, it ranks #35 for the most complaints (median 197).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Wheels | 1 | |
| Air bags | 1 | |
| Unknown or other | 1 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2026 Hyundai Elantra.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2026 HYUNDAI ELANTRA HYBRID 4DR HEV FWD | 5★ | 4★ | 5★ | 5★ |
| 2026 HYUNDAI ELANTRA 4DR N/A FWD | 5★ | 4★ | 5★ | 5★ |
| 2026 HYUNDAI ELANTRA N 4DR N/A FWD | – | – | – | 5★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2026 Hyundai Elantra version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Elantra 1.6 L Automatic (AM-S7) | 28 | 35 | 31 | $2,150 |
| Elantra Hybrid 1.6 L Automatic (AM-S6) | 49 | 52 | 50 | $1,350 |
| Elantra Hybrid Blue 1.6 L Automatic (AM-S6) | 51 | 58 | 54 | $1,250 |
| Elantra N 2.0 L Automatic (AM-S8) | 20 | 27 | 23 | $3,550 |
| Elantra N 2.0 L Manual 6-spd | 21 | 29 | 24 | $3,400 |
| Elantra non-ISG 2.0 L Automatic (AV-S1) | 30 | 40 | 34 | $1,950 |
| Elantra w/Stop-Start 2.0 L Automatic (AV-S1) | 31 | 40 | 35 | $1,900 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-30.