Hyundai Tucson Hybrid and Elantra recall 26V692000 - Macpherson Strut

NHTSA · October 20, 2026

• NHTSA recall campaign 26V692000 (Hyundai), reported October 20, 2026.
• Potentially affected vehicles: 24.
• Component: Macpherson Strut.
• Details as of October 23, 2026; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.

Agency

NHTSA

Posted

October 20, 2026

Recalling firm

Hyundai Motor America

Source ID

26V692000

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How this recall compares

• NHTSA's recalls file lists 238 recall campaigns from Hyundai Motor America since 2010, 22 of them reported in 2026 so far.
• At 24 vehicles, it is larger than 14% of the 738 NHTSA campaigns from 2026 so far with a count of potentially affected vehicles.

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2026 Tucson Hybrid and Elantra vehicles. The front strut assembly fasteners may not be tightened properly, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.

Consequence

A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective action

Dealers will inspect and replace the front strut assembly fasteners and perform a wheel alignment, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 19, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 309. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 23, 2026.

Affected vehicles

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