CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2026 Tucson Hybrid and Elantra vehicles. The front strut assembly fasteners may not be tightened properly, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.
- Risk
- A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the front strut assembly fasteners and perform a wheel alignment, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 19, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 309. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 23, 2026.
What this recall means for you
Some 2026 Hyundai Elantra and 2026 Tucson Hybrid vehicles may have front strut assembly fasteners that were not tightened properly. If these fasteners are loose, the vehicle can lose steering control, which raises the risk of a crash.
If you own one of these vehicles, Hyundai will have authorized dealers inspect and replace the front strut assembly fasteners and perform a wheel alignment if needed, at no cost to you. Hyundai expects to mail owner notification letters on December 19, 2026. VINs involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov starting October 23, 2026. You can also contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 and reference recall number 309.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Hyundai Elantra | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Tucson Hybrid | 2026 |