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Hyundai is recalling over 54,000 vehicles that were sold in the United States because of a potential fire risk, according to a U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) alert shared on May 16.
By the numbers:
Approximately 54,337 hybrid Hyundai Elantras that were sold between 2024 and 2026 are subject to the recall.
Dig deeper:
The recall stems from a fire hazard linked to the overheating of the hybrid power control unit.
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What you can do:
Consumers who purchased a vehicle that is impacted by this recall can bring it to a dealership and get a software update for free.
Owners can contact Hyundai’s customer service at 1-855-371-9460 for more information.
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