Hyundai is recalling 421,000 cars over collision‑avoidance software bug
Hyundai is recalling 421,000 vehicles due to a software bug that may cause unexpected braking. This issue affects both standard and hybrid models, increasing the risk of accidents. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported 376 incidents of unexpected braking related to this glitch.
- ▪The recall affects over 421,000 Hyundai vehicles manufactured since 2024.
- ▪The software issue can cause the forward collision-avoidance system to activate unexpectedly.
- ▪There have been 376 reports of unexpected braking between October 2024 and April 2026.
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| Publication time | Mon, 25 May 2026 18:52:49 +0000 |
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Home > Tech > Transportation Hyundai is recalling 421,000 cars over collision‑avoidance software bug The software issue can cause unexpected braking, putting drivers at a higher risk of a crash. By Chase DiBenedetto Chase DiBenedetto Social Good Reporter Chase joined Mashable's Social Good team in 2020, covering online stories about digital activism, climate justice, accessibility, and media representation. Her work also captures how these conversations manifest in politics, popular culture, and fandom. Sometimes she's very funny. Read Full Bio on May 25, 2026 Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Flipboard Regulator flags safety issues with Hyundai hybrid cars amid industry recalls.
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