Genesis Recall 26V-218: Seat belts – anchorage

The problem

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6, 2023-2026 Genesis G90, 2024-2026 Hyundai Santa Fe, and Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid vehicles. The driver and passenger seat belt anchors may detach.

The risk

A detached seat belt anchor will not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and reinforce or replace the seat belt anchors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning May 29, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 and Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 298 and 032G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov April 8, 2026.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign	26V-218 (26V218000)
Manufacturer number	298-032G
Manufacturer	Hyundai Motor America
Component	Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
Report date	April 6, 2026
Owners notified	May 29, 2026
Vehicles affected	294,448
Initiated by	NHTSA investigation

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the seat belts

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 26V-218 repair free?

Yes. Genesis dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and reinforce or replace the seat belt anchors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning May 29, 2026.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 294,448 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.