2024-2026 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Electrical Power Control Unit Recall (26V308)
Hyundai Motor America · 54,337 vehicles · Reported May 14, 2026
Hyundai Motor America is recalling 54,337 2024-2026 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid vehicles. The hybrid power control unit (HPCU) assembly may overheat. Overheating in the HPCU increases the risk of a fire. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 26V308 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V308000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 301 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | May 14, 2026 |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Vehicles | 2024-2026 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid |
| Units affected | 54,337 |
| Component | Electrical System > Propulsion System > Hybrid Management > Power Control Unit / Module (Hpcu) |
| Safety risk | Overheating in the HPCU increases the risk of a fire. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2024-2026 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid in recall 26V308?
The hybrid power control unit (HPCU) assembly may overheat.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Elantra Hybrid vehicles. The hybrid power control unit (HPCU) assembly may overheat.
Is it safe to drive a 2024-2026 Elantra Hybrid with recall 26V308?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: Overheating in the HPCU increases the risk of a fire.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: Overheating in the HPCU increases the risk of a fire.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Elantra Hybrid shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the power control unit and module, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 26V308?
Recall 26V308 covers 54,337 vehicles: 2024-2026 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid.
NHTSA lists 54,337 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-2026 | Hyundai | Elantra Hybrid |
What is the fix for the Elantra Hybrid electrical power control unit recall?
Yes. Dealers will update the HPCU software, free of charge.
Dealers will update the HPCU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 301. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 16, 2026.
When was recall 26V308 announced?
Hyundai Motor America reported recall 26V308 to NHTSA on May 14, 2026. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as July 3, 2026.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| May 14, 2026 | Hyundai Motor America filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 26V308000. |
| July 3, 2026 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 4 months ago. If your Elantra Hybrid was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Elantra Hybrid is part of recall 26V308?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 26V308 is open on your Elantra Hybrid, it will be listed there.
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. It shows any open safety recall on your vehicle, including 26V308000. Your VIN is on the registration card, the insurance card, and the driver side of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. Recent recalls can take a few days to appear in the lookup.
What should Elantra Hybrid owners do about recall 26V308?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 26V308000 applies to your Elantra Hybrid.
- Call a Hyundai dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any power control unit and module symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Elantra Hybrid owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 4 of them about the ev and hybrid battery.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the ev and hybrid battery have been filed since recall 26V308 was reported (1) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 11 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 4 of them involve the ev and hybrid battery. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2024 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid: 6 complaints in total, 3 about the ev and hybrid battery
- 2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid: 5 complaints in total, 1 about the ev and hybrid battery
- 2026 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid: 0 complaints in total, 0 about the ev and hybrid battery
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
While being driven on a residential street, the vehicle suddenly displayed a 'Stop Safely' warning on the dashboard. Upon an attempted restart, the vehicle suffered a total electrical blackout and complete loss of propulsion power while in the middle of a live roadway. All internal and external lights, steering assistance, and power systems failed simultaneously.
2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid owner, IL, NHTSA complaint 11731402, filed April 15, 2026
The vehicle experienced a catastrophic engine compartment fire while safely parked inside an employment parking garage in [XXX] on XXX, at approximately 3:04 PM. I was physically sitting inside the vehicle cabin when heavy smoke suddenly began pouring out from the engine bay. I immediately evacuated the vehicle for my safety.
2024 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid owner, NY, NHTSA complaint 11750544, filed July 15, 2026
I received two emails from Hyundai Bluelink that "Vehicle battery level is below normal" late night 16 March 2024 shortly before midnight and several hours after I had parked my vehicle for the night. The car is less than two weeks old with less than 300 miles.
2024 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid owner, TX, NHTSA complaint 11577911, filed March 17, 2024
Can recall 26V308 make my Elantra Hybrid a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 26V308000 does not automatically make your Elantra Hybrid a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
High-voltage battery and drive system defects in EVs and hybrids can mean reduced range, charging faults, loss of drive power or a fire risk. These repairs often need parts on backorder, so days out of service add up quickly.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2024-2026 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
Recall repairs depend on parts. Owners can wait days, weeks or months, usually about one to three months in our cases, and those days count toward California's 30-day out-of-service rule.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 26V308
Is the 26V308000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed July 3, 2026.
How do I know if my Elantra Hybrid is part of recall 26V308000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Can a battery recall reduce my EV's range?
Some battery recalls limit the state of charge or range until a module or pack is replaced. Check your owner letter for any interim limits, and keep notes if range or charging changes after the repair.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 26V308000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Hyundai. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.