Recall 26V307 covers 3,493 2015-2016 Hyundai Elantra and Elantra GT vehicles for driver air bag inflators that can rupture. Repair will be free at any franchised Hyundai dealer once available.
Hyundai is recalling 3,493 2015-2016 Elantra and Elantra GT vehicles because the driver's air bag inflator can rupture during deployment. Sharp metal fragments can strike the driver or passengers and increase the risk of injury or death; the Hyundai dealer repair will be free once it is available.
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What's wrong?
The driver's air bag inflator in the 2015-2016 Hyundai Elantra and 2016 Elantra GT is the metal device inside the steering wheel air bag module. In a qualifying crash, it burns propellant to create gas that fills the driver's air bag. The inflator has to build pressure quickly while keeping its metal housing intact.
On affected vehicles, the inflator comes from certain ARC production lots that Hyundai identified during its investigation. Testing found abnormal propellant appearance, non-homogeneous structure, lower density, lower mechanical strength, and a faster burn rate in some propellant wafers. If that propellant burns the wrong way during deployment, pressure inside the inflator rises in a way the housing is not meant to contain. The inflator can rupture during deployment.
There is no warning sign before failure. The inflator is dormant until an air bag deployment, so normal driving does not give the owner a usable symptom.
Who's affected?
VINs have been searchable since May 16, 2026.
| 2016 Hyundai Elantra | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT | front air bag |
| 2015 Hyundai Elantra | front air bag |
| Units affected | 3,493 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
A rupturing air bag inflator can send sharp metal fragments toward the driver or passengers, increasing the risk of injury or death. There is no warning sign before failure, so confirm whether your VIN is included and arrange the dealer repair when it opens. Repair will be free at any franchised Hyundai dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2016 Hyundai Elantra or Elantra GT is included in this recall.
- Watch for Hyundai's owner letter expected July 13, 2026, before scheduling the free dealer repair.
- Call Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 with questions, and reference recall number 26V307 and Hyundai recall 300.
- Ask a franchised Hyundai dealer when the driver's air bag inflator inspection is open for your VIN; the dealer will replace the inflator if the inspection shows it is needed.
- Bring the recall notice to the dealer once Hyundai sends it, or give the dealer recall number 26V307 when you schedule.
What happens at the repair
The final dealer repair has not opened yet. Once it is available, a Hyundai technician will inspect the driver's air bag inflator and replace it if needed. Parts and labor will be free under the recall. If you already paid for a driver air bag inflator repair tied to this recall, keep the invoice and ask Hyundai customer service or the dealer how to submit documentation under Hyundai's general reimbursement plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 14, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 16, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| July 13, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| July 13, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V307?
Recall 26V307 covers 3,493 2015-2016 Hyundai Elantra and Elantra GT vehicles with a driver's air bag inflator that can rupture during deployment. If it ruptures, sharp metal fragments can strike the driver or passengers, increasing the risk of injury or death.
What should I do if my 2015-2016 Hyundai Elantra or Elantra GT is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 26V307. If it is, call a franchised Hyundai dealer and ask for the driver's air bag inflator inspection. The dealer will replace the inflator as needed for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires Hyundai to repair this defect at no cost to owners. A franchised Hyundai dealer will inspect the driver's air bag inflator and replace it as necessary free of charge.
Is it safe to drive my Hyundai before the repair?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive order. The risk is tied to air bag deployment: if the inflator ruptures, metal fragments can strike people inside the vehicle. Confirm your VIN, then schedule the free dealer inspection and repair path.
When will Hyundai notify owners about recall 26V307?
Hyundai expects to mail owner notification letters on July 13, 2026. VINs involved in this recall became searchable on May 16, 2026, so you do not need to wait for a letter before checking whether your specific vehicle is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V307000 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai customer service | 1-855-371-9460 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V307 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V307000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →