Hyundai's Alarming Recall: Thousands at Risk of Unintended Acce...

Hyundai's Alarming Recall: Thousands at Risk of Unintended Acceleration

Due to a software error that results in unintended acceleration after releasing the brake, Hyundai is recalling 40,000 Elantra HEV vehicles.

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Due to a software error that results in unintended acceleration after releasing the brake, Hyundai is recalling 40,000 Elantra HEV vehicles.

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According to an NHTSA report, the recall concerns a small number of 2021–2023 Elantra HEV models, totaling 37,997 vehicles.

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Vehicle identification numbers (VIN) can be used to search recall databases like USA TODAY or NHTSA.

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By October 17, Hyundai will issue owners notification letters; dealerships will provide a free software upgrade for the motor control unit.

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– Earlier, Hyundai recalled 52,008 Palisade SUVs, Tucson, Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles due to defects.

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By September 25, notice letters for this recall must be mailed; dealerships will provide free inspections and replacements.

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For recalled vehicles, the NHTSA advises parking outside until repairs are made due to the possibility of an oil pump overheating.

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