Hyundai & Genesis Seat-Belt Anchor Recall: Your California Lemon Law Rights

Hyundai and Genesis have recalled 294,128 vehicles (NHTSA recall 26V218000) because a front seat belt anchor can detach and fail to secure the belt properly. Here's what the recall covers, what to do, and when a recall like this can become a California lemon law claim.

What the recall covers

The recall affects the 2024–2026 Hyundai Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid, the 2023–2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6, and the 2023–2026 Genesis G90. A front seat belt "snap-on" lower anchor can break and fail to properly fasten the driver's or front passenger's seat belt to the seat frame, which can reduce protection in a crash.

What owners should do now

• Watch for your Hyundai or Genesis letter and schedule the free inspection/repair.
• If a front seat belt feels loose at the lower anchor, have it checked promptly.
• Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, hyundaiusa.com, or genesis.com.
• Keep your recall letter and every repair order.

When this recall can become a lemon

A recall isn't automatically a lemon — dealers will add a reinforcement insert or replace the seat belt assembly for free. But a seat belt that may not restrain you is a serious safety defect. If the repair is delayed, doesn't resolve the problem, or your vehicle has other unrepaired warranty defects, California's Lemon Law may entitle you to a buyback, replacement, or cash settlement, with the manufacturer paying your attorney fees.