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2019 Hyundai Elantra recalls & problems

The 2019 Hyundai Elantra has 1 safety recall and 252 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine (134 complaints).

Recalls1safety recalls
Complaints252filed by owners
Crashes · fires12 · 3reported in complaints
NHTSA overall4 ★crash-test stars
2019 Hyundai Elantra in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

EngineApr 28, 2021

Engine

Recall 21V301000158,493 vehicles

Problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Elantra, 2019-2021 Kona and Veloster vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could result in engine damage.
Risk
A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, oil may leak onto hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Hyundai will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2019 Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk10.7%
2019 Hyundai Elantra NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2019 Hyundai Elantra NHTSA side pole crash test
NHTSA side pole crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Elantra

35mpg combined
City / highway32 / 40 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

1.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (AM7) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $1,900/year to fuel

Elantra SE

33mpg combined
City / highway29 / 38 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,050/year to fuel

Elantra

32mpg combined
City / highway28 / 37 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,100/year to fuel

Elantra

29mpg combined
City / highway26 / 36 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,300/year to fuel

Elantra

29mpg combined
City / highway26 / 33 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

1.6 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (AM7) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,300/year to fuel

Elantra

25mpg combined
City / highway22 / 30 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

1.6 L · 4 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,700/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Engine13420176,000 mi
Exterior lightingHeadlights; Headlights › Bulbs6521240,000 mi
Electrical systemIgnition › Anti-theft › Immobilizer/proximity › Key/sender3841211,000 mi
Unknown or other25311—
Power trainAutomatic transmission1100063,000 mi
Steering922040,000 mi
Forward collision avoidanceWarnings; Automatic emergency braking7202—
Seat belts600013,500 mi
Service brakes5200—
Wheels400030,000 mi
Lane departureBlind spot detection; Assist4100—
Vehicle speed controlAccelerator pedal4100—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.