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Hyundai recalls nearly 40,000 vehicles because software error can cause car to accelerate
View Date:2024-12-23 14:40:34
Hyundai is recalling nearly 40,000 Elantra HEV vehicles because a software error can cause the car to accelerate after the brake pedal is released, which can increase the risk of a crash.
The Hyundai recall covers certain 2021-2023 Elantra HEV vehicles – a total of 37,997 – according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report dated Monday.
Car owners can check USA TODAY’s automotive recall database or search NHTSA’s database for new recalls. The NHTSA website also allows you to search for recalls based on your vehicle identification number, or VIN.
Hyundai Elantra HEV recall
Hyundai will mail notification letters to owners by October 17. Customers can bring their vehicles to Hyundai dealerships where they will update the motor control unit software free of charge, the NHTSA said.
Owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 248.
Hyundai recalled vehicles:
- 2021-2023 Elantra HEV
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More Hyundai recalls this month
Hyundai recalled 52,008 of its 2023-2024 Palisade SUVs and 2023 Tucson, Sonata, Elantra and Kona vehicles earlier this month, according to a NHTSA report.
Hyundai will mail notification letters to owners by September 25. Customers can bring their vehicles to Hyundai dealerships for a free inspection and replacement.
“Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete,” the NHTSA said. “The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump to overheat.”
Recalled Hyundai vehicles:
- 2023 Hyundai Elantra
- 2023 Hyundai Kona
- 2023 Hyundai Sonata
- 2023 Hyundai Tucson
- 2023-2024 Hyundai Palisade
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