Recall 13V-115: 2011–2013 Hyundai Elantra

Hyundai Motor Company recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Apr 1, 2013, covering about 186,250 vehicles.

NHTSA number
13V-115
Report date
Apr 1, 2013
Vehicles affected
186,250
Owners notified
Apr 23, 2013

The problem

Hyundai Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Elantra vehicles manufactured from November 12, 2010, through March 5, 2013. A support bracket attached to the headliner may become displaced during a side curtain airbag deployment.

The risk

If the headliner support bracket makes contact with an occupant during a crash, it may cause a laceration injury.

The fix

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will apply adhesive strips to the headliner, free of charge. The safety recall began during April 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 109.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerHyundai Motor Company
ComponentStructure
Air Bags › Side/Window
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number13V115000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Hyundai Elantra2011, 2012, 2013All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 13V-115?

Hyundai Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Elantra vehicles manufactured from November 12, 2010, through March 5, 2013. A support bracket attached to the headliner may become displaced during a side curtain airbag deployment.

How is recall 13V-115 fixed?

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will apply adhesive strips to the headliner, free of charge. The safety recall began during April 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 109.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.