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Hyundai Elantra Recalls

51 Transport Canada safety recalls for the Hyundai Elantra, model years 1992–2026. Tap any recall for the hazard, affected models, and corrective action.

Hyundai Elantra — Airbag High risk
May 14, 2026 Model years: 2015, 2016
On certain vehicles, the driver-front airbag inflator could rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash. If this happens, the airbag may not fully inflate and fragments could be pro
Also affects: Hyundai Elantra Gt
Hyundai Elantra — High Voltage High risk
May 14, 2026 Model years: 2024, 2025, 2026
On certain hybrid vehicles, a problem in the hybrid power control unit (HPCU) could cause it to overheat.
Hyundai Elantra — Other High risk
Nov 17, 2025 Model years: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
Issue : Hyundai Auto Canada is conducting an extended warranty campaign for certain vehicles as water could enter the horn assembly and cause the horn's electrical contacts to corr
Also affects: Hyundai Kona, Hyundai Kona Ev, Hyundai Venue, Genesis Gv80, Hyundai Santa Fe
Hyundai Elantra — Visual System High risk
Nov 20, 2024 Model years: 2021, 2022
On certain vehicles, the rearview camera may not have been manufactured properly. Over time, the camera could fail and cause the rearview camera image not to display. Canadian regu
Also affects: Hyundai Santa Fe
Hyundai Elantra — Fuel System High risk
Jul 11, 2024 Model years: 2022, 2023
On certain vehicles, the high-pressure fuel pump could fail. If this happens, the engine may run rough and the check engine light may turn on. This could also cause a sudden loss o
Also affects: Genesis G70, Hyundai Kona, Hyundai Veloster
Hyundai Elantra — Engine High risk
Apr 30, 2024 Model years: 2024
Issue: On certain vehicles, the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the EGR valve could short circuit and cause a loss of po
Also affects: Hyundai Kona, Hyundai Venue
Hyundai Elantra — Structure High risk
Feb 23, 2024 Model years: 2015, 2016
On certain vehicles, a part in the trunk release latch could fail. If this happens, the emergency trunk release located inside the trunk may not work properly. This could prevent a
Hyundai Elantra — Brakes High risk
Feb 8, 2024 Model years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
Issue: On certain vehicles, brake fluid could leak into the control module for the antilock brake system (ABS) and cause it to short circuit. Note: This recall replaces recall R024
Also affects: Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai Veracruz, Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Genesis Coupe, Hyundai Veloster
Hyundai Elantra — Brakes High risk
Sep 22, 2023 Model years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
On certain vehicles, brake fluid could leak into the control module for the antilock brake system (ABS) and cause it to short circuit.
Also affects: Hyundai Accent, Hyundai Equus, Hyundai Genesis Coupe, Hyundai Santa Fe, Hyundai Santa Fe Sport
Hyundai Elantra — Powertrain High risk
Aug 18, 2023 Model years: 2021, 2022, 2023
On certain Elantra hybrid models, the vehicle could slowly accelerate after the brake pedal is released.
Hyundai Elantra — Powertrain High risk
Jul 27, 2023 Model years: 2023
Issue: On certain vehicles, the circuit board for the transmission electric oil pump may be damaged. As a result, the circuit board could short circuit and overheat, and various el
Also affects: Hyundai Kona, Hyundai Palisade, Hyundai Tucson
Hyundai Elantra — Brakes High risk
Mar 8, 2023 Model years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
Hyundai is conducting a special service campaign that provides anti-corrosion treatment to certain underbody components. Over time, components under the vehicle, including brake li
Also affects: Hyundai Elantra Gt, Hyundai Equus, Hyundai Genesis, Hyundai Genesis Coupe, Hyundai Santa Fe
Hyundai Elantra — Powertrain High risk
Oct 6, 2022 Model years: 2022
On certain vehicles, a fault in the transmission oil pump can cause the vehicle to enter "fail-safe mode". When this happens, a programming error can cause a sudden loss of power t
Also affects: Hyundai Kona, Hyundai Santa Cruz, Hyundai Santa Fe, Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Veloster
Hyundai Elantra — Airbag High risk
Aug 18, 2022 Model years: 2022
On certain vehicles, the plastic emblem on the steering wheel airbag cover could detach and become a projectile when the airbag inflates in a crash.
Hyundai Elantra — Seats And Restraints High risk
May 19, 2022 Model years: 2021, 2022
On certain vehicles, there may be a problem with the driver and front passenger seat belt pretensioners. As a result, the seat belt pretensioners could explode in a crash. If this
Hyundai Elantra — Engine High risk
May 8, 2022 Model years: 2014, 2015, 2016
Hyundai Auto Canada is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign that provides an update to the engine control module to detect potential problems before an engine fails. An engine
Also affects: Hyundai Elantra Gt, Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Tucson
Hyundai Elantra — Seats And Restraints High risk
Mar 4, 2022 Model years: 2022
This recall was replaced by Transport Canada Recall No. 2022-259. Issue: On certain vehicles, there may be a problem with the front passenger seat belt pretensioner. As a result, t
Hyundai Elantra — Engine High risk
Sep 17, 2021 Model years: 2014, 2015, 2016
Hyundai Auto Canada is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign that provides an update to the engine control module to detect potential problems before an engine fails. An engine
Also affects: Hyundai Elantra Gt, Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Tucson
Hyundai Elantra — Engine High risk
Apr 28, 2021 Model years: 2019, 2020
On certain vehicles, the engine's piston oil rings may be defective. This can cause engine wear that can lead to increased oil consumption. Eventually, this can create abnormal eng
Also affects: Hyundai Kona, Hyundai Veloster
Hyundai Elantra — Engine High risk
Jan 27, 2021 Model years: 2014, 2015, 2016
Hyundai Auto Canada is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign that provides an update to the engine control module to detect potential problems before an engine fails. An engine
Also affects: Hyundai Elantra Gt, Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Tucson
Hyundai Elantra — Airbag High risk
Apr 14, 2020 Model years: 2009
Issue: On certain vehicles, the driver-front airbag inflator could rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash. If this happens, the airbag may not fully inflate and fragments could
Also affects: Hyundai Elantra Touring
Hyundai Elantra — Brakes High risk
Feb 7, 2020 Model years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
On certain vehicles equipped with an anti-lock brake system (ABS), moisture can enter the ABS control module and cause a short circuit.
Also affects: Hyundai Elantra Touring, Hyundai Entourage
Hyundai Elantra — Wheels High risk
Oct 7, 2019 Model years: 2020
On certain cars, the wheel lug nuts were not properly tightened during assembly. This could cause the nuts to loosen or fall off, and could result in a wheel separating from the ca
Also affects: Hyundai Ioniq
Hyundai Elantra — Other High risk
Aug 21, 2019 Model years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
This recall is for aftermarket replacement rear window glass produced by Vitro Automotriz. Certain rear window glass may not have been properly tempered. If the window breaks, the
Also affects: Buick Rainier, Buick Terraza, Cadillac Escalade, Cadillac Escalade Esv, Chevrolet Equinox
Hyundai Elantra — Airbag High risk
Apr 11, 2018 Model years: 2009
Update - October 21, 2024: This parts recovery campaign was re-opened and its scope expanded. Hyundai Auto Canada is conducting a parts recovery campaign targeting 2009 Elantra and
Also affects: Hyundai Elantra Touring
Hyundai Elantra — Brakes High risk
Dec 8, 2017 Model years: 2013, 2014
On certain vehicles, the brake pedal stopper pad material could deteriorate over time and allow the stop lamp switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released. Th
Also affects: Hyundai Elantra Gt
Hyundai Elantra — Steering High risk
Apr 4, 2017 Model years: 2017
On certain vehicles, a connection at the electric power steering (EPS) motor may have been damaged at time of assembly. This could lead to a loss of the steering assist. A loss of
Hyundai Elantra — Brakes High risk
Feb 7, 2017 Model years: 2017
On certain vehicles, the diaphragm in brake booster may unseat due to a manufacturing defect. This could result in a vacuum leak in the brake system and a reduction or loss in powe
Hyundai Elantra — Suspension High risk
Jun 16, 2016 Model years: 2011
On certain vehicles, the front suspension coil springs may be susceptible to corrosion. Over time, corrosion could cause the springs to fail, potentially damaging front tires and c
Also affects: Hyundai Sonata
Hyundai Elantra — Airbag High risk
Apr 21, 2016 Model years: 2017
On certain vehicles, a manufacturing error could cause the second stage of the driver’s frontal airbag to fail to deploy. This would increase the risk of injury to the driver in a
Also affects: Hyundai Sonata
Hyundai Elantra — Airbag High risk
Apr 8, 2016 Model years: 2008, 2009, 2010
On certain vehicles, the frontal air bags and seatbelt pretensioners may inadvertently deploy while the vehicle is stopped or moving at slow speeds due to the improper calibration
Hyundai Elantra — Brakes High risk
Dec 31, 2015 Model years: 2011, 2012
On certain sedan models, a defect in the electronic stability control (ESC) yaw sensor could cause cause the ESC light in the instrument panel to illuminate as well as cause unwarr
Hyundai Elantra — Suspension High risk
Oct 15, 2015 Model years: 2011
On certain vehicles, the front suspension coil springs may be susceptible to corrosion. Over time, corrosion could cause the springs to fail, potentially damaging front tires and c
Also affects: Hyundai Sonata
Hyundai Elantra — Label High risk
Jul 20, 2015 Model years: 2016
Certain vehicles may not comply with Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations. The compliance label may not contain any information about the rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Hyundai Elantra — Steering High risk
Feb 27, 2015 Model years: 2008, 2009, 2010
Certain vehicles equipped with electric power steering (EPS) may experience a sudden loss of power steering assist that could occur at any time while driving. If the electronic con
Also affects: Hyundai Elantra Touring
Hyundai Elantra — Electrical High risk
Apr 3, 2013 Model years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
On certain vehicles, the stop lamp switch may fail and cause intermittent operation of the brake lights. Failure of the brake lights to illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed
Also affects: Hyundai Accent, Hyundai Genesis Coupe, Hyundai Santa Fe, Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Tucson
Hyundai Elantra — Lights And Instruments High risk
Apr 23, 2009 Model years: 2007
On certain vehicles, the stop lamp switch may have been incorrectly installed during vehicle assembly. This could prevent proper brake lamp operation. Failure of the brake lamps to
Also affects: Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai Entourage, Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Accent, Hyundai Santa Fe
Hyundai Elantra — Suspension High risk
Apr 23, 2009 Model years: 2001, 2002, 2003
On certain vehicles operated in areas of heavy road salt usage (Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland & Labrador), road salt can colle
Also affects: Hyundai Tiburon
Hyundai Elantra — Airbag High risk
Oct 23, 2008 Model years: 2001
On certain vehicles, spilled liquid seeping through the console opening for the parking brake lever could contaminate the airbag control module connector that is located under the
Hyundai Elantra — Fuel System High risk
Aug 21, 2008 Model years: 2008, 2009
On certain vehicles, the fuel pump may fail. Engine stalling would result in lost propulsion which, in conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and the driver's reactions, cou
Hyundai Elantra — Steering High risk
Apr 19, 2005 Model years: 2005
On certain vehicles, the inner tie rod assemblies may crack and eventually break. Such a failure would result in separation of a tie rod from the steering rack, causing a loss of s
Also affects: Hyundai Tiburon
Hyundai Elantra — Brakes High risk
Aug 13, 2004 Model years: 2001, 2002, 2003
On certain non- ABS vehicles located in Quebec, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland, after sustained exposure to temperatures below -30 degrees Celsiu
Hyundai Elantra — Fuel System High risk
May 6, 2004 Model years: 2004
On certain vehicles, a fuel vapour tube hose clamp may not be positioned properly. The spring-type hose clamp contains ears that may be squeezed together with a tool to increase th
Hyundai Elantra — Fuel System High risk
Apr 13, 2004 Model years: 2002, 2003
On certain vehicles, the fuel tank assembly valve may not close properly. If a vehicle with a fuel tank assembly valve that is not properly closed were to roll over, fuel spillage
Also affects: Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Tiburon, Hyundai Xg350
Hyundai Elantra — Brakes High risk
Jul 22, 2003 Model years: 2001, 2002, 2003
On certain vehicles, the rear brake tubes may contact the steering gear box mounting brackets resulting in rear brake tube wear and corrosion. Severe rear brake tube wear and corro
Also affects: Hyundai Tiburon
Hyundai Elantra — Engine High risk
Oct 23, 2000 Model years: 1999, 2000
Certain vehicles may experience intermittent low speed engine stalling. This may occur if the Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor electrical signal is interrupted as a result of engine vibr
Hyundai Elantra — Fuel System High risk
Mar 9, 2000 Model years: 1996, 1997
On certain vehicles, if excessive vacuum is applied to the fuel tanks during the canister purge cycle, fuel tank distortion may result. After repeated exposure to the excessive vac
Also affects: Hyundai Tiburon
Hyundai Elantra — Powertrain High risk
Jul 27, 1999 Model years: 1999
On certain vehicles, the pressure control solenoid valve seals in the automatic transmission are not sufficiently elastic. This could result in automatic transmission fluid leakage
Also affects: Hyundai Accent, Hyundai Tiburon
Hyundai Elantra — Visual System High risk
Mar 10, 1997 Model years: 1996, 1997
THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR CIRCUIT BREAKER ELECTRICAL CONTACTS MAY BE CONTAMINATED WITH SOLDERING FLUX. THIS CONTAMINATION COULD INTERFERE WITH THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT CONTINUITY AN
Also affects: Hyundai Accent, Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Tiburon
Hyundai Elantra — Suspension High risk
Oct 4, 1996 Model years: 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995
THE BOLTS FASTENING THE REAR SUSPENSION TRAILING ARM TO THE CHASSIS MAY FAIL. IF ONE OF THESE BOLTS FAIL, THE TRAILING ARM MAY BECOME DETACHED ON ONE SIDE, ALLOWING THE WHEEL TO MO
Hyundai Elantra — Airbag High risk
Aug 2, 1995 Model years: 1994, 1995
NOTE: VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR BAGS. DEFECT: AFFECTED VEHICLES DO NOT HAVE A TERMINAL HOLDER FITTED TO THE FEMALE PORTION OF THE CONNECTOR WHICH CONNECTS THE CLOCK SPRING CONTACT
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