Hyundai Elantra and Elantra GT Air Bag Inflator
Hyundai is recalling 2015-2016 Elantra and 2016 Elantra GT vehicles because the driver's air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.
Owners should contact a Hyundai dealer to have the driver's air bag inflator replaced free of charge. For more information, contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 or visit the NHTSA website and reference campaign number 26V307000.
Recall at a glance
- Vehicles affected
- 3,493
- Repair cost
- Free of charge
- Manufacturer's recall number
- 300
- Manufacturer phone
- 1-855-371-9460
Why it was recalled
Hyundai is recalling certain 2015-2016 Elantra and 2016 Elantra GT vehicles because the driver's air bag inflator may rupture during deployment. A rupture can cause sharp metal fragments to strike occupants, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Is mine affected?
This recall covers specific vehicles. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or check with the manufacturer to confirm yours is included.
HYUNDAI ELANTRA (2015-2016), AIR BAGS
Where it was sold
Distributed nationwide.
Timeline
- Reported to NHTSA
- Listed on Recall Canary
- Summary updated
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Editorial summary by Recall Canary · summary updated 2026-05-21 · primary source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration · severity reflects the agency's published classification