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2026 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2026 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Hyundai dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2026 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:HYBRID MANAGEMENT:POWER CONTROL UNIT/MODULE (HPCU)

NHTSA #26V308000

Reported May 14, 2026 · Hyundai Motor America

Potentially affected: 54,337 vehicles

Defect description

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Elantra Hybrid vehicles. The hybrid power control unit (HPCU) assembly may overheat.

Safety consequence

Overheating in the HPCU increases the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will update the HPCU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 301. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 16, 2026.

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