Hyundai Elantra Gt Recalls: Every NHTSA Recall by Model Year
The Hyundai Elantra Gt has 2 NHTSA safety recalls across model years 2016–2018; the most recent is 26V307000 (May 14, 2026) for air bags, covering 2016 models. The 2018 model year has the most, with 1.
Recall repairs are free at Hyundai dealers. This list is model-level, so it can't tell you whether your car is affected or already fixed. For that, check your VIN.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns · Data pulled Nov 7, 2026 · By CarWhere Research
Most Elantra Gt recalls involve air bags (1) and visibility (1).
Hyundai Elantra Gt recalls by model year
Campaigns that cover each model year. One campaign can cover several years, so it is counted once in every year it covers.
| Model year | Recalls | Main components | Per-year check |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 | visibility | 2018 Elantra Gt recalls |
| 2016 | 1 | air bags | 2016 Elantra Gt recalls |
Biggest Hyundai Elantra Gt recalls
Ranked by the number of vehicles NHTSA lists for the whole campaign. That total often includes other models.
Elantra Gt model years: 2016
Elantra Gt model years: 2018
All 2 Hyundai Elantra Gt recalls (newest first)
May 14, 202626V307000Air bags2016
Component: Air bags (frontal, driver side, inflator module)
Elantra Gt model years: 2016 · about 3,493 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Elantra and 2016 Elantra GT vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.
The risk: An air bag inflator that ruptures may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or passengers, increasing the risk of injury or death.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the air bag inflator, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated August, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 300. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 16, 2026.
Dec 14, 201818V891000Visibility2018
Component: Visibility (sun/moon roof assembly)
Elantra Gt model years: 2018 · about 86 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT vehicles. The panoramic sunroof motor may be incorrectly programmed, preventing the sunroof from detecting an obstacle while closing.
The risk: If the sunroof does not detect an obstacle while closing and then retract, there could be an increased risk of injury.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the panoramic sunroof, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 179.
How to check if your Elantra Gt has an open recall
- Find the 17-character VIN on the driver-side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the door-jamb sticker, or your registration.
- Enter it in the free VIN recall check. It queries NHTSA for your exact vehicle, not just the model.
- If a recall is open, call any Hyundai dealer's service department to book the free repair. Bring the recall number from the list above.
- Buying used? Ask the seller for the dealer's recall-completion printout before you pay.
Or browse by year, for example the 2018 Hyundai Elantra Gt recall check.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Hyundai Elantra Gt have?
2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns cover the Hyundai Elantra Gt across model years 2016–2018. A single campaign often spans several model years, so the per-year counts in the table add up to more than 2. The 2018 model year has the most, with 1.
What is the latest Hyundai Elantra Gt recall?
26V307000, filed with NHTSA on May 14, 2026: air bags (frontal, driver side, inflator module), covering 2016 Elantra Gt models. The fix is free at Hyundai dealers.
What is the biggest Hyundai Elantra Gt recall?
By vehicles covered, 26V307000 (May 14, 2026), a air bags campaign covering about 3,493 vehicles in total. That count is for the whole campaign, which can include other models besides the Elantra Gt.
How do I check if my Hyundai Elantra Gt has an open recall?
Run your 17-character VIN through a VIN recall check. A model-level list can't tell you whether your car was built in the affected range or has already been repaired. Any Hyundai dealer can also look up the VIN and do the repair.
Are Hyundai recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety-recall repairs are done free at franchised Hyundai dealers, whether or not the warranty has expired and wherever you bought the car. Manufacturers must offer a free remedy for vehicles up to 15 years old at the time the recall is filed, and many still repair older ones.
Sources and method
- NHTSA recalls database: every campaign for the HYUNDAI ELANTRA GT, queried by model year through NHTSA's public recalls API (api.nhtsa.gov).
- Affected-vehicle counts are NHTSA's "potential units affected" for the whole campaign, which can include other models.
- Campaigns filed under a separate NHTSA model name (for example a hybrid or heavy-duty variant) are not included here.
- Data pulled Nov 7, 2026. Problem, risk and fix text is NHTSA's own campaign wording.