Seat belt pretensioner may explode
Defect Summary
Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 elantra, elantra hev, venue, genesis gv80 and 2022 genesis gv70 vehicles. in the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.
Safety Consequence
An exploding seat belt pretensioner could project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed february 10, 2022. Owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. hyundai's numbers for this recall are 211 and 009g. this recall is replaced by nhtsa recall numbers 22v-354 for elantra and elantra hev vehicles, 22v-458 for venue vehicles, and 23v-094 for genesis vehicles. elantra, elantra hev, venue, and genesis vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedies completed.
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FAQ: Recall 21V796000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V796000?
NHTSA recall 21V796000 was issued by Hyundai Motor America on October 13, 2021. It addresses: Seat belt pretensioner may explode. The recall affects approximately 978 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V796000 or the manufacturer campaign number 211/009G. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.