Hyundai Elantra (Hyundai) – Seat Recliner Defect (2021)
This product may cause injury under certain conditions.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2021 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
Brand
HYUNDAI
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2021
Hyundai Motor America is recalling certain 2021 HYUNDAI ELANTRA vehicles due to seats:front assembly:recliner issues. An improperly welded seat back recliner could separate from the seat back frame during a crash, increasing the risk of injury..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Elantra vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat back recliners may have been improperly welded.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
An improperly welded seat back recliner could separate from the seat back frame during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the seat back frame assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 21, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-888-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 204.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026