NHTSA·Cars and vehicles·October 20, 2026

Hyundai recalls 2026 Elantra, Elantra Hybrid, Elantra N and Venue over wheel lug nuts that may loosen

The wheel lug nuts may loosen and let a wheel detach, which can cause a loss of vehicle control or create a road hazard, raising the risk of a crash or injury.

What to do

Dealers will replace the hub bearing assemblies and reinstall the wheels for free. Owners may call Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 and mention recall number 310.

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Recall details

Product
Hyundai Elantra Hybrid, Elantra, Venue and 1 more 2026
Hazard
Wheel detachment can cause a loss of vehicle control or create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Units
17 vehicles
Reported to NHTSA
October 20, 2026
Identifiers
  • NHTSA campaign number: 26V693000
  • Manufacturer campaign number: 310
  • Model years: 2026

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Official notice

The notice's own wording from NHTSA.

Component
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Defect
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2026 Venue, Elantra N, Elantra Hybrid, and Elantra vehicles. The wheel lug nuts may loosen and allow the wheel to detach.
Consequence
Wheel detachment can cause a loss of vehicle control or create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective action
Dealers will replace the hub bearing assemblies and reinstall the wheels, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 19, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 310. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 23, 2026.

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