Electrical systemRecall 23V-589 · 2021–2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid
Hyundai Motor America recall 23V-589 covers 37,997 2021–2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid for a electrical system problem, reported to NHTSA on August 18, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q2) shows 92% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V589000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by an NHTSA defect investigation.
The problem
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.
The risk
Unintended vehicle acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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
92%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 60 vehicles were listed as unreachable.