Hyundai recalling 239,500 vehicles due to possibility of seat belt parts risk

Hyundai has issued a nationwide recall for 239,000 vehicles due to the risk of some seat belt pretensioners exploding and scattering metal fragments throughout the vehicle.

According to a safety recall notice, the recall affects select 2019-2022 Accents, 2021-2023 Elantras, and 2021-2022 Elantra hybrids.

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) stated in the recall report that occupants could be hurt if the explosions carry metal pieces throughout the vehicle. The recall affects the driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt pretensioners.

According to the NHTSA, an occupant of a 2021 Hyundai Elantra allegedly suffered a leg injury after the driver’s side seat belt pretensioner exploded in September. Two comparable incidences have now been reported to the company, one in the United States and the other in Singapore.

Owners can return their vehicles to dealerships for a free cap to be installed on the pretensioners, which keep the seatbelt in place in the event of a collision. According to the NHTSA, Hyundai will notify owners through letter by July 15. The main cause of the problem is currently being investigated by the company.

Owners who had their vehicles serviced for four earlier recalls will have to do it again, according to the NHTSA.