Filed by Hyundai Motor America on October 20, 2026; 2 model-year listings affected.
Suspension: front, macpherson strut
NHTSA campaign 26V692000 · reported October 20, 2026 · Hyundai Motor America · 24 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2026 Tucson Hybrid and Elantra vehicles. The front strut assembly fasteners may not be tightened properly, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.
- The risk
- A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the front strut assembly fasteners and perform a wheel alignment, 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 309. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 23, 2026.
Whether a particular car is included depends on its build date: check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.