Recall 11V179 affects 95,783 2007-2008 Hyundai Elantra vehicles for an air bag control module signal problem. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai dealer.
Hyundai is recalling 95,783 2007-2008 Elantra sedans because the driver's seat track position sensor can send an unstable signal to the air bag control module. In a crash that requires driver frontal air bag deployment, the air bag can deploy at higher pressure than intended, which increases injury risk; the Hyundai dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The driver's seat track position sensor in the 2007-2008 Hyundai Elantra tells the air bag control module where the driver's seat is on its track. That fore and aft position matters because the frontal air bag is designed to deploy with lower pressure when the seat is in the most forward positions.
On affected Elantras, the control module can receive an unstable electrical signal from that seat track sensor. If a crash calls for the driver's frontal air bag to deploy while the seat is forward, the module can command the higher pressure deployment instead of the lower pressure intended for that seating position. The problem is electrical, not a seat adjustment issue the driver can correct from inside the vehicle.
There is no warning sign before failure. The seat can still slide and lock normally, while the sensor signal to the air bag module is unstable.
Who's affected?
| 2007 Hyundai Elantra | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2008 Hyundai Elantra | front air bag |
| Units affected | 95,783 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the airbag deploys with more pressure than intended, the deployment increases the risk of injury. There is no listed warning sign before this happens. Schedule the recall repair soon and ask the dealer to reprogram the air bag control module. Repair will be free at any franchised Hyundai dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2007-2008 Hyundai Elantra is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Hyundai dealer with recall number 11V179 and ask whether the free air bag control module reprogramming is open for your VIN.
- Schedule the air bag control module reprogramming that corrects the unstable seat-track-position sensor signal for driver air bag deployment.
- Bring the recall notice if Hyundai mailed one, or give the dealer recall number 11V179 when you call.
- Drive with extra care until the repair is complete because the driver frontal air bag can deploy at higher pressure than intended in a crash.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Hyundai technician reprograms the air bag control module so it reads the driver seat track position signal correctly and uses the intended driver frontal air bag deployment pressure. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Before you schedule service, ask the Hyundai dealer to confirm that campaign 11V179 is open for your VIN and that the module reprogramming can be completed during the visit.
Timeline
| March 15, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 8, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V179?
Recall 11V179 covers 95,783 2007-2008 Hyundai Elantra vehicles with a driver's seat track position sensor signal problem. In a crash, the driver's frontal air bag can deploy at higher pressure than intended when the seat is in a forward position, increasing injury risk. Hyundai dealers reprogram the air bag control module for free.
What should I do if my 2007-2008 Hyundai Elantra is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Elantra is included in recall 11V179. If it is, contact a franchised Hyundai dealer and ask for the air bag control module reprogramming. Reference recall number 11V179 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Hyundai dealers will reprogram the air bag control module free of charge. The repair applies through a franchised Hyundai dealer regardless of where you bought the vehicle.
Is it safe to drive my Hyundai Elantra before the recall repair?
This recall does not include a do-not-drive order. The safety risk applies in a crash that requires driver frontal air bag deployment, where the air bag can deploy at higher pressure than intended if the seat is forward. Confirm your VIN and schedule the free dealer repair.
What if I bought my Hyundai Elantra used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recalls follow the VIN, not the original owner, so a used 2007-2008 Hyundai Elantra can still qualify. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Hyundai dealer with recall number 11V179 if your vehicle is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V179000 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai customer service | 1-800-633-5151 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V179 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V179000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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