NHTSA recall 18V-891 (18V891000)
electrical system recall reported December 14, 2018 - about 86 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V891000
- Also written as
- 18V-891
- Manufacturer number
- 179
- Reported
- December 14, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~86
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
If the sunroof does not detect an obstacle while closing and then retract, there could be an increased risk of injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-891 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.