NHTSA recall 23V-589 (23V589000)
electrical system recall reported August 18, 2023 - about 37,997 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 23V589000
- Also written as
- 23V-589
- Manufacturer number
- 248
- Reported
- August 18, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- ~37,997
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
Unintended vehicle acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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 always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 23V-589 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
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.