Is there a recall for 1998 Hyundai Elantra airbags?

As of the latest NHTSA data, there are no open recalls specifically for the 1998 Hyundai Elantra airbags system. However, there are 6 owner complaints related to this system.

1998 Hyundai Elantra Airbags Problems

Q: What are known 1998 Hyundai Elantra airbags problems?

There are 6 owner-reported airbags complaints for the 1998 Hyundai Elantra. Common issues include: Your car was in a front-end collision at 15-20 mph, but neither the driver nor passenger airbags deployed when they should have; WAS TRAVELING 35-40MPH WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE WENT THROUGH STOP SIGN, AND HIT CONSUMER'S VEHICLE; AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON/OFF. 4 complaints involved crashes.

6 owner-reported airbags complaints from NHTSA data

Complaints

Crashes

May 2001 – Dec 2000

Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (6)

criticalAIR BAGS

CrashFiled: May 2001

Your car was in a front-end collision at 15-20 mph, but neither the driver nor passenger airbags deployed when they should have. This is a serious safety issue since airbags are designed to protect you in exactly this type of crash. The dealer and manufacturer have not been notified yet. Resolving this will likely require a diagnostic scan of the airbag system and possible replacement of the airbag control module or sensors.

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NHTSA #: 889087

mediumAIR BAGS

CrashFiled: Dec 2000

WAS TRAVELING 35-40MPH WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE WENT THROUGH STOP SIGN, AND HIT CONSUMER'S VEHICLE. THEN, ELANTRA REAR ENDED FIRST VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. DRIVER HIT THE STEERING WHEEL. DRIVER RECEIVED EMERGENCY TREATMENT. VEHICLE TOTALED. *AK

NHTSA #: 876175

mediumAIR BAGS

Filed: Oct 1999

AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON/OFF. *AK

NHTSA #: 851774

mediumAIR BAGS

CrashFiled: Aug 1999

OWNER REAR ENDED A TRUCK AT 20 TO 30MPH, AND NEITHER DRIVER'S SIDE NOR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. DEALER HAS NOT SEEN VEHICLE. *AK

NHTSA #: 846132

mediumAIR BAGS

Filed: Jul 1999

WHILE DRIVING AIRBAGS DEPLOYED UNEXPECTEDLY AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING OR IMPACT. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

NHTSA #: 843792

mediumAIR BAGS

CrashFiled: Sep 1998

DRIVER HIT THE FRONT END OF VEHICLE AGAINST A GUARDRAIL AT ABOUT 50MPH, AND NEITHER DRIVER'S NOR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. *AK

NHTSA #: 828250

Other 1998 Hyundai Elantra Issues

Power Train (12)Engine And Engine Cooling (16)Latches/locks/linkages (3)Fuel System, Gasoline (2)Tires (3)Visibility (2)Service Brakes, Hydraulic (5)Seat Belts (2)Suspension (3)Structure (1)Electrical System (1)Vehicle Speed Control (1)Steering (1)

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