Hyundai Seat Belt Anchor Recall Issued Over Risks of Detachment, Inadequate Restraint

Manufacturer reports at least six cases of improperly attached front seat anchors in the affected vehicles.

Federal highway safety officials are warning that certain Hyundai and Genesis vehicles may contain a damaged seat belt anchor that could detach in a crash, increasing the risk of serious injury.

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced the Hyundai seat belt anchor recall on April 6, impacting nearly 300,000 vehicles.

A seat belt anchor is the fixed point where the seat belt assembly is secured to the vehicle’s frame, allowing the restraint system to properly hold occupants in place during a crash. These anchors are designed to withstand significant force, ensuring the belt remains stable and effective in reducing forward movement.

However, if the anchor is damaged or not properly secured, it may detach under the force of a collision. When this happens, the seat belt can no longer restrain the occupant as intended, increasing the risk of serious injuries due to excessive movement within the vehicle or even ejection from the seat.

Hyundai Seat Belt Anchor Recall

While no injuries have been reported, Hyundai has identified at least six incidents involving improperly attached front seat belt anchors.

As a result, the recall impacts 294,128 Hyundai and Genesis vehicles, including the following:

• Model year 2023 through 2026 Genesis G90 vehicles
• Model year2023 through 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 vehicles
• Model year 2024 through 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid vehicles

Hyundai first became aware of the issue on September 30, 2025, after the North American Safety Office (NASO) received a Consumer Affairs case indicating a defect in a Hyundai Santa Fe vehicle.

In December, NASO reviewed the seat belt installation and quality control processes, as well as vehicle owner questionnaires (VOQ), and confirmed damaged anchor clips in certain years, makes and models. 

According to the Safety Recall report, a redesigned snap-on anchor was implemented in vehicle production for all affected models by March 20, and NASO decided to conduct a safety recall of affected vehicles on March 30. 

Notification letters are expected to be sent to affected owners beginning in June, with instructions on how to obtain a free inspection. Dealers will be instructed to reinforce the snap-on lower seat belt anchors and, if necessary, replace the seat belt assembly at no cost. Owners who previously paid out-of-pocket for related repairs may also be eligible for reimbursement.

The manufacturer’s recall number for this issue is 298-032G. For more information, Hyundai customer service can be reached at 1-855-371-9460, and Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741.

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