Hyundai Recalls 2026 Tucson Hybrid and Elantra for Steering Control Risk
Hyundai is recalling 2026 Tucson Hybrid and Elantra vehicles because improperly tightened front strut fasteners may cause a loss of steering control.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The source identifies a structural vehicle defect involving front strut assembly fasteners that can result in a loss of vehicle steering control. The source does not report any deaths, injuries, or crashes.
Plain-English summary
Hyundai Motor America is recalling certain 2026 model year Tucson Hybrid and Elantra vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the front strut assembly fasteners may not be tightened properly. This condition can result in a loss of vehicle steering control, which increases the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect and replace the front strut assembly fasteners and perform a wheel alignment, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on December 19, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 309. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 23, 2026.
The recalled product
- Product
- HYUNDAI TUCSON HYBRID, ELANTRA
- Brand
- HYUNDAI
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Category
- Vehicle — Suspension
- Affected units
- 24
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 (2)
- TUCSON HYBRID
- ELANTRA
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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