2021 Hyundai Elantra Recall: Seats (NHTSA 21V302000)

NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) issued a recall affecting 2021 Hyundai Elantra vehicles manufactured by Hyundai Motor America. Below is the official summary, the risk involved, and the fix available at no cost.

Table of contents
  1. What does the official notice say?
  2. Risk if left unaddressed
  3. Manufacturer's fix (remedy)
  4. Additional notes
  5. How to check if your vehicle is affected
  6. Frequently asked questions

What does the official notice say?

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Elantra vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat back recliners may have been improperly welded.

Risk if left unaddressed

An improperly welded seat back recliner could separate from the seat back frame during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer's fix (remedy)

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.

Additional 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.

How to check if your vehicle is affected

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in the official NHTSA lookup tool at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included in this campaign (number 21V302000).

Frequently asked questions

What is NHTSA recall 21V302000?

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Elantra vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat back recliners may have been improperly welded.

What happens if this recall isn't fixed?

An improperly welded seat back recliner could separate from the seat back frame during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Is the repair free, and how do I check my VIN?

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. Enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included in campaign 21V302000.

Source: public NHTSA data, campaign 21V302000, reported on 28/04/2021. This content is for informational purposes only, does not constitute legal advice, and was compiled from official data with editorial review prior to publication.

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