Recall 26V-254: 2026 Hyundai Elantra, 2025 Hyundai Elantra N and 3 more

Hyundai Motor America recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Apr 20, 2026, covering about 2,931 vehicles.

NHTSA number
26V-254
Report date
Apr 20, 2026
Vehicles affected
2,931
Owners notified
Jun 11, 2026

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

ManufacturerHyundai Motor America
ComponentAir Bags › Sensor › Side Impact
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number26V254000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Hyundai Elantra2026All years
Hyundai Elantra N2025All years
Hyundai Tucson2026All years
Hyundai Tucson Hybrid2026All years
Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid2026All 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 26V-254?

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.

How is recall 26V-254 fixed?

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.

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.