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NHTSARecalled Aug 18, 2023 · #23V589000

Software Error May Cause Unintended Acceleration

Hazard

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Description

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. Unintended vehicle acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
  • Software Error May Cause Unintended Acceleration
  • 2021-2023 Elantra HEV
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice