NHTSA recall 26V-254: Air Bags

Hyundai Motor America · Reported April 21, 2026 · 3 affected model years

Air Bags recall

26V-254
April 21, 2026 · Hyundai Motor America
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.
Safety 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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number26V254000
ManufacturerHyundai Motor America
Report dateApril 21, 2026
ComponentAir Bags:Sensor:Side Impact
Fixed over the airNo
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