Hyundai and Genesis Seat-Belt Recall: 26V218 Update

Recall Update

Updated October 16, 2026

Certain Hyundai and Genesis vehicles are recalled because their front seat-belt anchors may detach, reducing restraint in a crash. Campaign 26V218, also identified as Hyundai 298 and Genesis 032G, calls for inspection and a conditional repair. The current NHTSA record reports that owner letters began mailing May 29, 2026.

Which models are covered?

The current NHTSA campaign record, checked October 16, 2026, lists these model-year groups:

NHTSA currently lists 294,448 vehicles potentially affected by this campaign. That is the population covered by the recall, not a count of vehicles with detached anchors.

Hyundai’s original April 6 filing listed 294,128 vehicles. That earlier figure describes the original filing; the current federal record carries the larger total. Neither figure establishes whether a particular vehicle still needs the repair.

What can happen to the anchor?

In its Part 573 filing, Hyundai describes a snap-on lower anchor that can be damaged if removed or installed improperly during maintenance or repair. A damaged anchor may leave the front seat belt insufficiently attached to the seat frame, increasing injury risk in a crash.

This concerns the belt’s attachment to the vehicle. It does not establish that every listed vehicle has a damaged anchor, or that a belt which appears to buckle normally has passed the campaign inspection.

What does the remedy involve?

The filing specifies inspection and reinforcement of the snap-on lower anchor, with seat-belt assembly replacement if necessary. It describes a reinforcement insert for the anchor clip. Replacement is conditional; the campaign does not promise every vehicle a new seat-belt assembly.

Hyundai says the remedy is free for affected vehicles even outside the new-vehicle limited warranty. An authorized Hyundai dealer or Genesis retailer performs the recall work. This is not an owner procedure for removing, refitting or testing the anchor.

What changed about the notice date?

The original filing forecast June 5, 2026 owner notifications. The current NHTSA record instead says mailing began May 29. That records the start of notification, not proof that an individual owner received a letter or that a specific appointment or part is available.

Check eligibility and completion separately

NHTSA’s VIN lookup identifies unrepaired safety recalls for a specific vehicle. A year/make/model search provides general campaign information. The VIN tool omits recalls already repaired, so its result and an itemized repair record answer different questions.

When discussing this recall, use both 26V218 and the applicable manufacturer number, 298 or 032G. Match a completed work order to the vehicle’s VIN and campaign. A service visit for another concern does not by itself document this repair. Follow the manufacturer’s latest instructions for that VIN.