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April 1, 2022 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 22V218000
Seat Belt Pretensioners May Explode
Exploding seat belt pretensioners can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V218
Manufacturer Hyundai Motor America
Components SEAT BELTS
Potential Number of Units Affected 6,240
Summary
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Elantra and 2020 Accent vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver and passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 31, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai’s number for this recall is 223.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go towww.nhtsa.gov.