Hyundai ELANTRA GT problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
115 owner complaints analyzed
2 distinct recall campaigns
67,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2013 to 2020 model years. Data snapshot: . 49 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Engine is the most frequently named component, appearing in 76 of 115 complaints (66.1%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Engine operation | 24 | 20.9% |
| Braking behavior | 12 | 10.4% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 10 | 8.7% |
| Steering behavior | 5 | 4.3% |
| Fuel system concerns | 5 | 4.3% |
| Transmission and shifting | 2 | 1.7% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Engine | 76 |
| Power Train | 11 |
| Unknown Or Other | 9 |
| Electrical System | 8 |
| Service Brakes | 8 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 |
Engine: 76; Power Train: 11; Unknown Or Other: 9; Electrical System: 8; Service Brakes: 8; Fuel/Propulsion System: 7; Vehicle Speed Control: 5; Exterior Lighting: 4
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 15 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 5 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 7 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 11 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 11 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 15; 25,000 to 49,999: 5; 50,000 to 74,999: 7; 75,000 to 99,999: 11; 100,000 to 149,999: 11; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (15). 66 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 22 |
| 2022 | 22 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 15 |
| 2025 | 12 |
| 2026 | 11 |
2018: 6; 2019: 8; 2020: 5; 2021: 22; 2022: 22; 2023: 14; 2024: 15; 2025: 12; 2026: 11
Pattern summary
Engine leads the component reports. Engine operation appears in 24 complaint narratives. Braking behavior appears in 12 complaint narratives. Electrical and battery issues appears in 10 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11435679 · 2021-10-06 (October 6, 2021)
The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving down a hill at 10 MPH, various warning lights illuminated as the vehicle lost all power. The contact stated that the brakes and steering failed as the vehicle rolled down a hill and stopped at the bottom of the hill. The contact stated that she was able to restart the vehicle after 10 minutes, resuming normal operation. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to diagnose a failure. The contact then took the vehicle to another independent mechanic w…
Owner-reported narrative. 104,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11435679 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11456647 · 2022-03-14 (March 14, 2022)
The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT. The contact stated while driving approximately 35-40 MPH, the low oil warning light illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The contact was unable to veer to the side of the roadway. The contact was able to restart the vehicle; however, the failure reoccurred while driving in a parking garage. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that they would be able diagnose the vehicle in several weeks. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the engine oil and the lo…
Owner-reported narrative. 105,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11456647 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11475653 · 2022-07-25 (July 25, 2022)
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT. The contact stated that after turning off the vehicle, she had to disconnect the battery cable to prevent the battery from being drained. The contact also stated that the brake lights were inoperable and she was concerned that other drivers might crash into her vehicle due to the brake lights not functioning as designed. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V769000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was…
Owner-reported narrative. 89,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11475653 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11442283 · 2021-12-01 (December 1, 2021)
The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound and then lost motive power. The oil and battery warning lights were illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after three hours. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 119,000.
Owner-reported narrative. 119,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11442283 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11552049 · 2023-10-26 (October 26, 2023)
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an abnormal clicking sound coming from the steering wheel. The contact stated after doing research, he determined that the MDSP coupler vehicle was fractured. The contact was informed that the MDSP coupler needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.
Owner-reported narrative. 75,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11552049 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11352948 · 2020-09-03 (September 3, 2020)
AT 77,000 MILES WHILE DRIVING, DASHBOARD LIGHTS CAME ON. ENGINE SHUT OFF, LOUD NOISE CAME FROM ENGINE, OBVIOUS ENGINE FAILURE NOT SURE IF FROM FUEL PUMP. CAR HAD REGULAR SERVICE MAINTENANCE. NOT UNDER HYUNDAI 100K WARRANTY SINCE I AM THE SECOND OWNER. CEASED ENGINE RELATED TO OIL - MOST LIKELY FAILED OIL PUMP.
Owner-reported narrative. 77,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11352948 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11115819 · 2018-08-05 (August 5, 2018)
GAS TANK INDICATOR ARROW ON DASH POINTS TO WRONG SIDE OF CAR. POINTS TO PASSENGER SIDE, SHOULD POINT TO DRIVER SIDE.
Owner-reported narrative. 300 miles reported. Look up ODI 11115819 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11245944 · 2019-08-22 (August 22, 2019)
18000 MILES ON THE CAR STARTED HEARING AIR COME FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL. TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WHO INFORMED ME THAT THE BRAKE BOOSTER WAS FAULTY NO RECALL ON THE 2018 ELANTRA GT BUT THERE IS ON THE 2017. CAR LOOSING POWER AND SLIPPING TRANSMISSION. DEALER WAS PLANNING TO CHARGE FOR THE INSPECTION OF A WARRANTIED VEHICLE AND IT ENDED UP WITH A BRAKING SYSTEM ISSUE?
Owner-reported narrative. 22,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11245944 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11565057 · 2024-01-12 (January 12, 2024)
The contact owned a 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT. The contact stated on one occasion, while driving the transmission locked up at two stop lights while in neutral (N) and stalled. The vehicle was able to restart. Additionally, the contact stated that while powered off, and being towed in Neutral (N) by a motor home, a passing driver notified him of a fire in the vehicle. The vehicle was pulled to the side of the road where fire was observed emanating from the engine compartment. The flames spread to the rear of the motor home and the contact attemp…
Owner-reported narrative. 19,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11565057 at NHTSA ↗
Recalls by model year
All campaigns in the snapshot affecting each model year, including recalls announced years later.
Recall campaigns
Shared campaigns appear once in each affected model year.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 |
2013: 0; 2014: 0; 2015: 0; 2016: 1; 2017: 0; 2018: 1; 2019: 0; 2020: 0