2026 Hyundai Elantra N recalls and problems

1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Hyundai Elantra N.

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recalls
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owner complaints
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complaints mentioning a crash
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mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2026 Hyundai Elantra N recalls

Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

NHTSA campaign 26V693000 · reported October 20, 2026 · Hyundai Motor America · 17 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2026 Venue, Elantra N, Elantra Hybrid, and Elantra vehicles. The wheel lug nuts may loosen and allow the wheel to detach.
The risk
Wheel detachment can cause a loss of vehicle control or create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and tighten the wheel assembly lug nuts, and replace the hub bearing assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 19, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 310. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 23, 2026.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 5, 2026 · Fuel/propulsion system · fire reported

I bought the car about 2 days ago and while driving the car caught fire and I had to call my local fire department. I never hit anyone or did anything it just caught fire randomly.

Elantra N model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2023 11430
2024 0100
2025 1700
2026 1101

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Questions

Does the 2026 Hyundai Elantra N have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2026 Hyundai Elantra N, the most recent reported on October 20, 2026 (Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Hyundai Elantra N?
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (1 complaints), followed by fuel/propulsion system (1).
How many 2026 Hyundai Elantra N complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 1 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 5, 2026.