The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighNHTSA·18V891000·Announced 2018-12-14

Hyundai Recalls 2018 Elantra GT for Sunroof Obstacle Detection Defect

Hyundai is recalling 2018 Elantra GT vehicles because the panoramic sunroof motor may be incorrectly programmed, preventing it from detecting obstacles while closing.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Hyundai Motor America is recalling certain 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT vehicles due to a defect in the electrical system. The panoramic sunroof motor may be incorrectly programmed, which prevents the sunroof from detecting an obstacle while it is closing.

If the sunroof does not detect an obstacle while closing and then retract, there could be an increased risk of injury. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the panoramic sunroof, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
HYUNDAI ELANTRA GT
Brand
HYUNDAI
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Category
Vehicle — Sunroof
Hazard
Affected units
86

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • ELANTRA GT

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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