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2024 Hyundai Elantra recalls & problems

The 2024 Hyundai Elantra has 1 safety recall and 56 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is unknown or other (17 complaints).

Recalls1safety recalls
Complaints56filed by owners
Crashes · fires5 · 0reported in complaints
NHTSA overall5 ★crash-test stars
2024 Hyundai Elantra in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

Engine and engine coolingMay 1, 2024

Exhaust system › Emission control › Gas recirculation valve (egr valve)

Recall 24V30800013,511 vehicles

Problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Elantra, Venue, and Kona vehicles. An electrical short circuit may occur in the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve assembly, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the exhaust gas recirculation valve assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 28, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 260.

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

2024 Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD

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

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

2024 Hyundai Elantra HEV 4 DR FWD

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

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

2024 Hyundai Elantra N 4 DR FWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk10.1%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2024 Hyundai Elantra NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2024 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

36mpg combined
City / highway32 / 41 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (AV-S1) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $1,850/year to fuel

Elantra

34mpg combined
City / highway31 / 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 / 35 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

1.6 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (AM-S7) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,150/year to fuel

Elantra N

24mpg combined
City / highway21 / 29 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,400/year to fuel

Elantra N

23mpg combined
City / highway20 / 27 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (AM-S8) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/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*
Unknown or other17200—
Electrical systemHorn17100—
Forward collision avoidanceWarnings; Automatic emergency braking14200—
Lane departureWarning; Assist9000—
Engine8000—
Steering7200—
Vehicle speed control6100—
Power train3000—
Exterior lightingTurn signal3000—
Service brakes3000—
Suspension2100—
VisibilityWindshield; Rearview mirrors/devices2000—

*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.