Hyundai Recalls 24 Tucson and Elantra Vehicles
The recall involves improperly tightened strut fasteners that may risk separation from suspension components.
Updated on Oct. 25, 2026 in Automotive — General
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Hyundai is recalling 24 vehicles, including 20 Elantras and four Tucson Hybrids, due to a manufacturing defect involving improperly tightened strut fasteners. The issue, caused by assembly line operator error, poses a risk of suspension failure.
Why it matters
Inadequate torque on critical suspension hardware can lead to catastrophic component separation. Hyundai has confirmed that there are no known crashes or injuries associated with this condition.
The recall involves 20 Elantras and four Tucson Hybrids, all equipped with a flange nut identified by part number 62618-4D000. Dealers will perform free wheel alignments and either replace or retighten the affected fasteners.
The players
Hyundai
Hyundai is a global automotive manufacturer headquartered in South Korea that produces a wide range of vehicles, including the Tucson and Elantra lines.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is a United States federal agency responsible for issuing safety standards and overseeing vehicle recall campaigns.
The details
Assembly line errors at the Ulsan, South Korea facility resulted in fasteners lacking sufficient torque, compounded by incorrect recording of torque data. To address the issue, Hyundai implemented new monitoring and sign-off processes for torque checks on September 9, 2026.
Timeline
December 30, 2025 to July 6, 2026: Production window for the affected Elantra models.
January 21, 2026 to March 20, 2026: Production window for the affected Tucson Hybrid models.
September 9, 2026: Hyundai implemented new torque monitoring and sign-off processes.
October 5, 2026: Completion of the survey of unsold vehicles.
December 19, 2026: Expected deadline for sending customer notification letters.
Roadmap
This recall highlights ongoing challenges in maintaining consistent torque standards across global assembly operations. It reflects a broader industry focus on automated quality verification to prevent human error in safety-critical vehicle components.
Owners of affected Elantra and Tucson Hybrid models will receive a free repair and wheel alignment at authorized dealerships. This service is provided at no cost, ensuring the vehicle's suspension meets safety specifications.
The takeaway
Vehicle safety depends heavily on the rigorous enforcement of torque specifications during the assembly process. Owners should prioritize bringing their vehicle to a dealer for service once notified to ensure all suspension components remain secure.
What happens next
Customer notification letters are scheduled to be mailed to owners of the affected vehicles by December 19, 2026.
Further reading
Stay updated on industry safety standards at the Automotive — General page.
More information
Owners can verify if their vehicle is included in this safety campaign through the NHTSA recall portal.
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