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2023 Hyundai Elantra recalls & problems

The 2023 Hyundai Elantra has 2 safety recalls and 101 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is forward collision avoidance (26 complaints).

Recalls2safety recalls
Complaints101filed by owners
Crashes · fires8 · 0reported in complaints
NHTSA overall5 ★crash-test stars
2023 Hyundai Elantra in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

1 recall for this model year carries an NHTSA park outside advisory. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Safety recalls

Power trainJul 27, 2023

Automatic transmission › Fluid/lubricant › Pump

Recall 23V52600052,109 vehicles

NHTSA advisory: park outside and away from buildings until repaired (fire risk).

Problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Palisade Tucson, 2023 Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.
Risk
An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Fix
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting September 7, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 246.
Air bagsAug 18, 2022

Frontal

Recall 22V632000247 vehicles

Problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Elantra N and 2022-2023 Elantra vehicles. The emblem on the cover of the driver's front air bag may not have been welded properly, which can result in the emblem detaching upon deployment.
Risk
A detached air bag cover emblem may strike a vehicle occupant, which can increase the risk of injury.
Fix
Dealers will replace the air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 234.

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

2023 Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk10.1%

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard

2023 Hyundai Elantra HEV 4 DR FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard

2023 Hyundai Elantra NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2023 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

37mpg combined
City / highway33 / 42 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (AV-S1) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $1,800/year to fuel

Elantra

34mpg combined
City / highway30 / 40 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (AV-S1) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $1,950/year to fuel

Elantra

31mpg combined
City / highway28 / 36 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

1.6 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (AM-S7) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,150/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*
Forward collision avoidanceAutomatic emergency braking; Warnings26000—
Electrical systemHorn; Ignition25000—
Unknown or other23000—
Engine20000—
Service brakes9101—
Lane departureBlind spot detection; Assist9202—
Power train9101—
Air bagsFrontal › Driver clockspring/spiral cassette640344,000 mi
Vehicle speed control6000—
Visibility/wiper5000—
Back over preventionRearview system braking; Warnings4000—
TiresSidewall4000—

*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.