NHTSA recall campaign
23V589000
ManufacturerHyundai Motor AmericaReported2023-08-18Affected37,997 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
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.
Risk
Unintended vehicle acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
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.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →