The problem
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 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 | 26V-254 (26V254000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 299 |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Component | Air bags › Sensor › Side impact |
| Report date | April 20, 2026 |
| Owners notified | June 11, 2026 |
| Vehicles affected | 2,931 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 26V-254 repair free?
Yes. Hyundai dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 2,931 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.