Vehicle recall 18V891000 · December 14, 2018
2018 Hyundai Elantra GT
The panoramic sunroof motor may be incorrectly programmed, preventing the sunroof from detecting an obstacle while closing.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT vehicles. The panoramic sunroof motor may be incorrectly programmed, preventing the sunroof from detecting an obstacle while closing.
- Consequence
- If the sunroof does not detect an obstacle while closing and then retract, there could be an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the panoramic sunroof, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 179.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V891000
- Reported to NHTSA
- December 14, 2018
- Filed by
- Hyundai Motor America
- Manufacturer campaign
- 179
- Owner notification
- February 5, 2019
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 86
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Visibility › Sun/moon roof assembly; Electrical system
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Hyundai Elantra GT (2018): 2018
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