CarRecallWatchThe 2026 Hyundai Elantra has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Wheels (1 report).
2026 Hyundai Elantra recalls
Loose Front Strut Bolts Can Cause Loss of Steering
Some 2026 Hyundai Elantra and 2026 Tucson Hybrid vehicles may have front strut assembly fasteners that were not tightened properly.
Wheels Can Loosen and Detach While Driving
Wheel lug nuts on certain vehicles may loosen over time, which can allow a wheel to come off while the vehicle is being driven.
Side Air Bag Sensors May Delay Deployment in a Crash
Some newer Hyundai Elantra N, Elantra, Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, and Tucson Plug-In Hybrid vehicles may have B-pillar side impact sensors that were misassembled.
Most common 2026 Hyundai Elantra problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Wheels | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
The âconsider taking a breakâ alert comes on every few miles including in the first few miles of driving. It is distracting and I need it shut off!
my car was t-boned on the passenger side at the b pillar and airbags did not deploy. yes the body shop confirmed the airbags did not deploy. no warnings or messages.
To Whom It May Concern: I am submitting this formal complaint to request review of a potentially serious vehicle-safety failure involving a rental automobile provided to me by Hertz at its [XXX] location. Although Hertz is presently attempting to collect approximately $97 from me for alleged tire damage, the monetary dispute is secondary to the substantially more important issue: Hertz released a vehicle to me with an objectively abnormal tire-pressure reading, was expressly notified of that condition before I left the rental facility, advised me to disregard it, and subsequently documented a nail in that same tire. The chronology is straightforward and concerning. On XXX, I rented a vehicle
2026 Hyundai Elantra questions
Does the 2026 Hyundai Elantra have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2026 Hyundai Elantra: Loose Front Strut Bolts Can Cause Loss of Steering; Wheels Can Loosen and Detach While Driving; Side Air Bag Sensors May Delay Deployment in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Hyundai Elantra?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Wheels (1), Air Bags (1), Unknown Or Other (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2026 Hyundai Elantra has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.