Recall 22V123 affects 140 2022 Hyundai Elantra and Elantra Hybrid vehicles for exploding passenger-side seat belt pretensioners. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai dealer.
Hyundai is recalling 140 2022 Elantra and Elantra Hybrid vehicles because the front passenger-side seat belt pretensioner can explode during deployment in a crash. Metal fragments can enter the cabin and injure occupants, and Hyundai dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front passenger seat belt pretensioner in the 2022 Hyundai Elantra and Elantra Hybrid is part of the seat belt assembly. In a crash, it is designed to tighten the belt quickly so the passenger is held closer to the seat before the air bag and other restraint systems finish their work.
In recall 22V123, Hyundai reports that the front passenger-side pretensioner is at risk of exploding when it deploys during a crash. That means the part meant to tighten the belt can rupture during the moment it is needed. Hyundai's filing says the company was still investigating the root cause, so the defect mechanism has not been narrowed to a specific material, supplier step, or assembly error.
There is no warning sign before failure. In normal driving, the belt can latch, retract, and feel ordinary, because the problem appears when the pretensioner deploys in a crash.
Who's affected?
Covers the Elantra and Elantra Hybrid, with the same front passenger seat belt assembly identified for each model.
| 2022 Hyundai Elantra | seat belt |
|---|---|
| 2022 Hyundai Elantra | seat belt |
| 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid | seat belt |
| 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid | seat belt |
| Units affected | 140 |
A matching 2022 Hyundai Elantra or Elantra Hybrid does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
If a seat belt pretensioner explodes, metal fragments can enter the cabin, strike occupants, and cause injury. The recall does not list a warning sign before failure, so schedule the repair soon and use caution until it is complete. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 Hyundai Elantra or Elantra Hybrid is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Hyundai dealer to schedule the free front passenger-side seat belt pretensioner replacement that fixes the part that can explode during crash deployment.
- Bring any Hyundai recall letter. If you do not have one, reference recall number 22V123 and Hyundai recall 220 when you call.
- Tell the dealer if the vehicle already had this recall completed, because Hyundai says vehicles repaired under this recall still need the newer remedy.
- Use seat belts normally until the repair, and avoid delaying the appointment.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Hyundai technician replaces the seat belt pretensioners covered by the recall. Parts and labor are free. If your vehicle was repaired under the earlier version of this recall, it still needs the newer remedy completed. If you already paid out of pocket to address this recall condition, Hyundai's reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Bring receipts or repair paperwork to the service desk, or contact Hyundai customer service for claim instructions.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 3, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 2, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| May 2, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 2, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| May 19, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V123?
Recall 22V123 covers 140 2022 Hyundai Elantra and Elantra Hybrid vehicles with front passenger-side seat belt pretensioners that can explode during deployment in a crash. Metal fragments can enter the cabin and injure occupants. Hyundai dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners for free.
What should I do if my 2022 Hyundai Elantra or Elantra Hybrid is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 22V123. If it is, contact a franchised Hyundai dealer to schedule the free seat belt pretensioner replacement. Reference recall number 22V123 when you call, and ask whether the newer remedy tied to recall 22V354 is also needed.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires Hyundai to repair the defect at no cost. A franchised Hyundai dealer will replace the affected seat belt pretensioners free of charge, including vehicles that already had the earlier recall repair and need the newer remedy completed.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is injury from metal fragments inside the vehicle during a crash. The front passenger-side seat belt pretensioner can explode when it deploys, sending fragments into the cabin and striking occupants. Hyundai's free dealer repair replaces the affected pretensioners.
When were owners notified about recall 22V123?
Hyundai mailed owner notification letters on May 19, 2022. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Hyundai dealer with recall number 22V123.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V123000 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai customer service | 1-855-371-9460 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V123 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V123000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →