NHTSA Campaign 26V308000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:HYBRID MANAGEMENT:POWER CONTROL UNIT/MODULE (HPCU)
Issued by Hyundai Motor America · Reported May 14, 2026 · 54,337 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Elantra Hybrid vehicles. The hybrid power control unit (HPCU) assembly may overheat.
Consequence
Overheating in the HPCU increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will update the HPCU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 13, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 301. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 16, 2026.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| HYUNDAI | ELANTRA HYBRID | 2024 | 54,337 |
| HYUNDAI | ELANTRA HYBRID | 2025 | 54,337 |
| HYUNDAI | ELANTRA HYBRID | 2026 | 54,337 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 26V308000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.