Recall 26V254000: Hyundai Motor America, air bags:sensor:side impact
Reported 2026-04-20 · vehicle recall · 2,931 units
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.
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| HYUNDAI | ELANTRA | 2026 |
| HYUNDAI | ELANTRA N | 2025 |
| HYUNDAI | TUCSON | 2026 |
| HYUNDAI | TUCSON HYBRID | 2026 |
| HYUNDAI | TUCSON PLUG-IN HYBRID | 2026 |
| Manufacturer campaign | 299 |
|---|---|
| Initiated by | MFR |
| Owner letters | 2026-06-11 |
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