NHTSA Campaign 23V589000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Issued by Hyundai Motor America · Reported Aug 18, 2023 · 37,997 vehicles affected
What's wrong
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.
Consequence
Unintended vehicle acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| HYUNDAI | ELANTRA HYBRID | 2021 | 37,997 |
| HYUNDAI | ELANTRA HYBRID | 2022 | 37,997 |
| HYUNDAI | ELANTRA HYBRID | 2023 | 37,997 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 23V589000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.