Mechanic Notes

2023 Hyundai Elantra Electrical System recall 23V589000

Safety recall

Component: Electrical System · Campaign 23V589000 · Reported 18/08/2023

Symptoms / what can happen

Unintended vehicle acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.

Cause

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Elantra HEV vehicles. A software error in the motor control unit may cause unintended vehicle acceleration after the brake pedal is released.

The fix, in plain English

Safety recall work is done free by a franchised dealer. Official remedy: Dealers will update the motor control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 29, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 248.

Difficulty

Not DIY: recall remedies are performed by a franchised dealer.

Cost

Free to the owner at a dealer while the recall applies. Outside the recall, costs vary; get a written quote.

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