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Hyundai Suspension Recalls Involving Loose Fasteners and Broken Coil Springs
Loose suspension hardware is the recurring problem in these Hyundai notices. The 2020 Elantra recall concerns insufficiently tightened lower control arm ball joint fasteners, while the 2026 Elantra notice concerns front strut assembly fasteners and also names the 2026 Tucson Hybrid. The 2025 Ioniq 5 appears in two notices, one involving rear suspension alignment adjustment bolts and another involving rear suspension fasteners that may loosen and detach. That second notice also includes the 2026 Ioniq 9. Separately, the 2018 Santa Fe Sport recall concerns front coil springs that may fracture and puncture a tire. The stated risks involve loss of vehicle control, stability control, or steering control.
Warning signs to watch for
- The notices for these recalls do not describe any warning sign an owner would notice.
Can you keep driving? What the notices say
The notices do not tell owners to stop driving for the 2018 Santa Fe Sport front coil spring recall or the 2020 Elantra lower control arm ball joint fastener recall. They also do not tell owners to stop driving for either the 2025 Ioniq 5 alignment adjustment bolt recall or the rear suspension fastener recall covering the 2025 Ioniq 5 and 2026 Ioniq 9. The front strut fastener notice covering the 2026 Elantra and Tucson Hybrid likewise does not tell owners to stop driving.
What the free repair involves
Remedies are free. Santa Fe Sport dealers replace both front springs before sale. For 2020 Elantra, dealers inspect and tighten ball joint fasteners as necessary. Ioniq 5 adjustment bolts are replaced, with wheel alignment and tires replaced if necessary. Rear suspension and front strut recalls specify inspecting and replacing their respective fasteners and performing alignment as necessary.
Severity at a glance
| Severity | Recalls |
|---|---|
| critical | 1 |
| high | 4 |
Models affected most
Every recall in this group
| Date | Recall | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 20, 2026 | Hyundai Elantra Loose Suspension Fasteners May Affect Steering | high |
| May 19, 2026 | Hyundai Ioniq 5 Rear Suspension Fasteners May Detach | high |
| Sep 12, 2025 | Hyundai Ioniq 5 Recalled for Loose Suspension Bolts | high |
| Oct 9, 2019 | Hyundai Elantra Loose Front Ball Joint Fasteners | high |
| Sep 20, 2017 | Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Front Coil Spring Fracture | critical |
Common questions
Why does the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 appear in two suspension recalls?
The September 2025 notice concerns improperly tightened rear suspension alignment adjustment bolts. The May 2026 notice concerns rear suspension fasteners that may loosen and detach, and also covers certain 2026 Ioniq 9 vehicles. Each notice specifies its own remedy.
What is the suspension problem on the 2018 Santa Fe Sport?
The notice says front coil springs may fracture under certain loads while driving. A fractured spring can puncture a tire and cause loss of control. It states that affected vehicles were unsold on dealer lots, with spring replacement required before sale.
Do the Elantra suspension recalls involve the same fasteners?
The 2020 Elantra notice identifies lower control arm ball joint fasteners that may be insufficiently tightened. The 2026 Elantra notice identifies front strut assembly fasteners that may not be tightened properly. Their dealer inspection and repair instructions address those respective components.
A recall applies only to specific vehicles. Check your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.