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Hyundai Motor America: 2021-2023 Elantra HEV Recalled for Unintended Acceleration Software Error

Agency Publication Date: August 18, 2023
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Summary

Hyundai Motor America is recalling 37,997 of its 2021-2023 Elantra HEV (Hybrid Electric Vehicle) models. A software error in the vehicle's motor control unit can cause the car to accelerate on its own after the driver releases the brake pedal. Hyundai dealers will provide a free software update to correct this issue, and owners were notified by mail starting in September 2023.

Risk

The software defect causes the vehicle to accelerate unexpectedly when the brake is released, which can lead to a loss of vehicle control and increases the risk of a crash.

What You Should Do

  1. Confirm your vehicle is an affected model by checking if you own a 2021, 2022, or 2023 Hyundai Elantra HEV.
  2. Contact any authorized Hyundai dealer to schedule an appointment for a free update to your vehicle's motor control unit software.
  3. If you have already received a notification letter (Recall 248), bring it with you to the dealership to streamline the service process.
  4. Contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 for more information regarding recall number 248.
  5. For additional questions or to check your VIN, call the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”งFree Repair

Free motor control unit software update.

How to: Take the vehicle to a Hyundai dealer to have the motor control unit software updated at no cost.

Affected Products

Product: 2021-2023 Hyundai Elantra HEV

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 23V589000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
Sold By: Hyundai dealers
Units Affected: 37,997 vehicles(380% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Owner Notification Date: September 26, 2023
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Distributed To: Nationwide
Manufacturer Recall #: 248
Agency Last Updated: March 1, 2024

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice ยท Raw API Response