2021 Hyundai Elantra recall: Seats: front assembly, recliner
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 21V302000
- Reported
- April 28, 2021
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Part
- Seats: front assembly, recliner
- Vehicles affected
- About 1,464
What is wrong
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Elantra vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat back recliners may have been improperly welded.
Safety risk
An improperly welded seat back recliner could separate from the seat back frame during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
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.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Hyundai Elantra (2021). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
An improperly welded seat back recliner could separate from the seat back frame during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
What is the fix?
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.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.