Hyundai Motor America – Sunroof may not Auto-Reverse

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.


Report Received Date 12/14/2018
NHTSA ID 18V891000
Consequence Summary If the sunroof does not detect an obstacle while closing and then retract, there could be an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Action 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.
Recall Code 179
Potentially Affected 86
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V891000)

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