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Hyundai Tucson & Elantra Air Bag Sensor Recall

2026 HYUNDAI TUCSON, 2025 HYUNDAI ELANTRA N: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:SIDE IMPACT

Updated April 21, 2026

Hyundai is recalling certain 2025 and 2026 models because the B-pillar side-impact sensors may have been misassembled, which can delay air bag deployment. Air bags that don't deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Is the Hyundai Motor America recalled? Yes. This product was recalled by NHTSA on April 21, 2026. Details below.

What is recalled

Certain 2025 Hyundai Elantra N and Elantra vehicles, and certain 2026 Hyundai Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, and Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. Hyundai's recall number is 299. Affected VINs became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 22, 2026.

Am I affected

You're affected if you own a 2025 Hyundai Elantra N or Elantra, or a 2026 Hyundai Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, or Tucson PHEV. Check your specific Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) at NHTSA.gov (search for NHTSA recall 26V254000) to confirm your vehicle is included.

What to do right now

Take your vehicle to a Hyundai dealer for a free inspection and replacement of the side-impact sensor(s) if needed. Hyundai will mail owner notification letters on or around June 19, 2026. You don't have to wait: contact Hyundai customer service now at 855-371-9460, or look up your VIN at NHTSA.gov using recall ID 26V254000.

Contact: Hyundai Motor America

The hazard

Air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Brands affected

Hyundai Motor America
Source
NHTSA
Category
Vehicles
Recall ID
nhtsa-26V254000
Recalled
April 21, 2026
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