Seat belt pretensioners may explode
Defect 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.
Safety Consequence
Exploding seat belt pretensioners can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed on may 31, 2022. A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available. owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. hyundai's number for this recall is 223. this recall is replaced by nhtsa recall number 22v-354. vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
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FAQ: Recall 22V218000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 22V218000?
NHTSA recall 22V218000 was issued by Hyundai Motor America on April 1, 2022. It addresses: Seat belt pretensioners may explode. The recall affects approximately 6,240 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 22V218000 or the manufacturer campaign number 223. 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.