Hyundai Motor America is recalling certain 2021 Elantra vehicles
— Recall Campaign #21V302000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Elantra vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat back recliners may have been improperly welded.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,464 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
21V302000
| Manufacturer: | Hyundai Motor America |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | April 28, 2021 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 21V302000 |
| Units affected: | 1,464 |
- Description:
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Elantra vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat back recliners may have been improperly welded.
- Consequeces:
- An improperly welded seat back recliner could separate from the seat back frame during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the seat back frame assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 21, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-888-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 204.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.