Electrical systemRecall 18V-891 · 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT
Hyundai Motor America recall 18V-891 covers 86 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT for a electrical system problem, reported to NHTSA on December 14, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q2) shows 97% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V891000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
If the sunroof does not detect an obstacle while closing and then retract, there could be an increased risk of injury.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
97%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from July 20, 2018 to August 13, 2018. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.