NHTSA 18V891000Manufacturer no. 179
Electrical System
- Report received by NHTSA
- December 14, 2018
- Owner notification
- February 5, 2019
- Recall initiated by
- Manufacturer
- Units potentially affected
- 86 (whole campaign)
- Build dates listed for the 2018 Hyundai Elantra
- July 20, 2018 – August 13, 2018
- Model names in the NHTSA record
- ELANTRA GT
Components: Electrical System; Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly
Defect summary
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT vehicles. The panoramic sunroof motor may be incorrectly programmed, preventing the sunroof from detecting an obstacle while closing.
Safety risk
If the sunroof does not detect an obstacle while closing and then retract, there could be an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the panoramic sunroof, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 179.
Notes in the NHTSA record
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.safercar.gov.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V891000, filed by Hyundai Motor America. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov