Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
What Happened
The driver's air bag in your Elantra or Elantra GT is a safety feature that deploys in a crash to cushion the impact. However, in some 2015-2016 models, the inflator that makes the air bag deploy could rupture during deployment.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag inflator ruptures, sharp metal fragments could shoot toward you or your passengers, causing serious injury or even death. This is a life-threatening situation that requires immediate attention.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will inspect the air bag inflator and replace it if necessary, at no cost to you. You'll receive a letter with the details, and you should schedule the repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Elantra and 2016 Elantra GT vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An air bag inflator that ruptures may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or passengers, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the air bag inflator, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 13, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 300. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 16, 2026.
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