NHTSA vehicle safety data
2023 Hyundai Elantra Hev
The 2023 Hyundai Elantra Hev has 1 NHTSA recall and 0 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Hyundai dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2023 Hyundai Elantra Hev, including NCAP crash-test ratings. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #23V589000Reported August 18, 2023 · Hyundai Motor America
Defect description
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Elantra HEV vehicles. A software error in the motor control unit may cause unintended vehicle acceleration after the brake pedal is released.
Safety consequence
Unintended vehicle acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer remedy
Dealers will update the motor control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 29, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 248.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.