NHTSA Safety Recalls
2023 Hyundai Elantra Hev Recalls
The 2023 Hyundai Elantra Hev has 1 NHTSA safety recall on file. Recall repairs are always free, whatever the car's age or mileage.
A recall covers a range of VINs, not every Hyundai Elantra Hev built. Check your own 17-character VIN before assuming yours is affected.
1 recall on the 2023 Hyundai Elantra Hev
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA 23V589000- The defect
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Elantra HEV vehicles. A software error in the motor control unit may cause unintended vehicle acceleration after the brake pedal is released.
- The risk
- Unintended vehicle acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will update the motor control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 29, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 248.
Checking your own car
A recall applies to a range of VINs, not to every 2023 Hyundai Elantra Hev built. To confirm whether yours is affected, find the 17-character VIN on the driver-side dashboard or door jamb and enter it in NHTSA's official lookup.
Repairs for safety recalls are free and never expire. A dealer cannot charge you, and cannot refuse on the grounds that the car is old or out of warranty. If one does, call the NHTSA hotline on 1-888-327-4236.