Misassembled air bag sensors
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
Air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the impact sensor(s), as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed june 19, 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.
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FAQ: Recall 26V254000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V254000?
NHTSA recall 26V254000 was issued by Hyundai Motor America on April 21, 2026. It addresses: Misassembled air bag sensors. The recall affects approximately 2,931 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V254000 or the manufacturer campaign number 299. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.