NHTSA Recall Check

2016 Hyundai Elantra Gt Recalls

NHTSA reports 1 open safety recall for the 2016 Hyundai Elantra Gt. All recall repairs are free at any authorized Hyundai dealer, regardless of mileage or ownership.

Open Recalls for the 2016 Hyundai Elantra Gt

26V307000Reported 15/05/2026

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Summary

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.

Consequence

An air bag inflator that ruptures may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or passengers, increasing the risk of injury or death.

Remedy

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.

Source: NHTSA campaign 26V307000 via nhtsa.gov/recalls

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How to Get a Recall Repaired

Confirm the recall applies to your specific Hyundai Elantra Gt by checking the VIN above.
Note the NHTSA campaign number from the recall details.
Call any authorized Hyundai dealer and reference the campaign number.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the dealer must perform the recall remedy at no cost regardless of vehicle age or owner.
Bring the vehicle to the appointment. Most recall repairs take 1-3 hours; some require parts to be ordered first.

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