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HYUNDAI 2022-2023: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Reported: August 18, 2022 Initiated: August 18, 2022 #22V632000

Product Description

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Elantra N and 2022-2023 Elantra vehicles. The emblem on the cover of the driver's front air bag may not have been welded properly, which can result in the emblem detaching upon deployment.

Reason for Recall

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Elantra N and 2022-2023 Elantra vehicles. The emblem on the cover of the driver's front air bag may not have been welded properly, which can result in the emblem detaching upon deployment.

Hazard

A detached air bag cover emblem may strike a vehicle occupant, which can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 234.

Details

Recalling Firm
HYUNDAI
Distribution
United States

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Elantra N and 2022-2023 Elantra vehicles. The emblem on the cover of the driver's front air bag may not have been welded properly, which can result in the emblem detaching upon deployment.. Recalled by HYUNDAI.
Why was this product recalled?
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Elantra N and 2022-2023 Elantra vehicles. The emblem on the cover of the driver's front air bag may not have been welded properly, which can result in the emblem detaching upon deployment.
What should consumers do?
Dealers will replace the air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 234.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the NHTSA on August 18, 2022. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 22V632000.