2024–2026 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Recall: Hybrid power control unit (HPCU) assembly may overheat
NHTSA campaign 26V308000 · Electrical System · filed May 14, 2026 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Elantra Hybrid vehicles. The hybrid power control unit (HPCU) assembly may overheat.
The risk
Overheating in the HPCU increases the risk of a fire.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will update the HPCU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 301. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 16, 2026.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Hyundai | Elantra Hybrid | 2024, 2025, 2026 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 26V308000 (manufacturer number 301). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.