Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

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ManufacturerHyundai Motor AmericaReported2021-04-28Affected1,464 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Elantra vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat back recliners may have been improperly welded.

Risk

An improperly welded seat back recliner could separate from the seat back frame during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the seat back frame assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 21, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-888-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 204.

To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →

Affected vehicles

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