2023 Hyundai ELANTRA problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
97 owner complaints analyzed
2 distinct recall campaigns
15,950 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2023 model year. Data snapshot: . 16 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Unknown Or Other is the most frequently named component, appearing in 22 of 97 complaints (22.7%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 24 | 24.7% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 11 | 11.3% |
| Transmission and shifting | 7 | 7.2% |
| Steering behavior | 6 | 6.2% |
| Engine operation | 3 | 3.1% |
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 |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 22 |
| Electrical System | 18 |
| Engine | 18 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 14 |
| Power Train | 9 |
| Service Brakes | 9 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 8 |
| Air Bags | 5 |
Unknown Or Other: 22; Electrical System: 18; Engine: 18; Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking: 14; Power Train: 9; Service Brakes: 9; Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings: 8; Air Bags: 5
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 12 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 3 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 1 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 12; 25,000 to 49,999: 3; 50,000 to 74,999: 1; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (12). 81 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 |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 29 |
| 2025 | 21 |
| 2026 | 18 |
2022: 1; 2023: 28; 2024: 29; 2025: 21; 2026: 18
Pattern summary
Unknown Or Other leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 24 complaint narratives. Electrical and battery issues appears in 11 complaint narratives. Transmission and shifting appears in 7 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 11487326 · 2022-09-30 (September 30, 2022)
1. False Emergency braking when car from back side passing. Today I was driving in the left lane (lane 1) at ~43MPH. There was no vehicle in front of me and I saw a vehicle applying emergency brakes with a message pop up. At the same time there was a small truck passing me from behind in lane 2 at a higher speed than me. Looks like the system is falsely detecting there is a crash from back and applying brakes. Please also see the other users story on below links. Thanks, Anil https://www.carproblemzoo.com/hyundai/elantra/automatic-emergency-br…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11487326 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11516184 · 2023-04-09 (April 9, 2023)
1. Emergency Braking System - came on screen in car - and car took control and began to break 2. I was terrified on two separate occasions because I had no control over my car.... The first situation was when I was on the highway in the slow lane driving approximately 65-70 mph with no one in front of me - suddenly as the car behind me exited off the highway and merged into the off-ramp - my car suddenly began to brake on its own - for absolutely no reason - and then a few seconds later I had control of my car again. The second situatio…
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Owner report 11522840 · 2023-05-19 (May 19, 2023)
I purchased a car on December 24th 2022 and from the day I left off the lot there were electrical signals showing that the car was malfunctioning. I told [XXX] (the dealer) what was taking place and the dealership never called me or tried to assist with any problems. For months the signals were coming on and off and my last straw was when my windshield wipers stopped working in the middle of a rain storm after I had just made an in person complaint for the 3rd time about my electrical issues on the car while at the dealership on May 13th 2023. …
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Owner report 11562019 · 2023-12-27 (December 27, 2023)
On Saturday December 16th my vehicle was parked as I was shopping. When I returned to the vehicle and started it, lights began to light up on the dashboard. They included the rear collision, front collision, airbag, parking brake, battery, tires, blind spot, and others. I called Hyundai and they said that they did not receive any communication from the vehicle stating that there was a problem. The front and rear cameras stopped working and I could no longer tell if my turning signals were operational as I didn't hear the normal clicking so…
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Owner report 11570389 · 2024-02-06 (February 6, 2024)
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH and above, the RPM fluctuated, and the engine revved loudly. The transmission then seized in 5th gear, and the vehicle lost motive power. No warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the failure recurred while driving at 65–70 MPH with the cruise control activated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer; however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The failure persisted, and the vehicle made an abnormally loud sound while the transmission was shift…
Owner-reported narrative. 20,600 miles reported. Look up ODI 11570389 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11601558 · 2024-07-12 (July 12, 2024)
The contact owned a 2023 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while the contact's daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the lane assist was activated, however, the vehicle independently steered to the right. The contact stated that the failure occurred on a two-lane road. The contact stated that due to the failure, the vehicle crashed into a ditch, where there was a concrete covert where the vehicle came to a stop in an open ditch. The contact stated that the transmission and other unknown parts were detached from the vehicle. The ve…
Owner-reported narrative. 20,305 miles reported. Look up ODI 11601558 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11556275 · 2023-11-21 (November 21, 2023)
On two occasion vehicle abruptly shuts down leaving me with no control of vehicle. 1st incident , i was turning corner when car made a loud screeching noise and completely shut down ,i had no control over breaks or steering. Car sat for several hours before i could start it up, i did attempt to drive it down the street. I called to have vehicle looked at by dealership. They were unable to duplicate what happened . I received car back drove it for 2 weeks and then same thing happened, this time I was on a busy road when it shut down making loud …
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Owner report 11614125 · 2024-09-12 (September 12, 2024)
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. During the failure the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the cause of the failure was due to faulty motor mount bushings. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 290.
Owner-reported narrative. 290 miles reported. Look up ODI 11614125 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11687170 · 2025-09-14 (September 14, 2025)
Vehicle routinely sputters and stalls at slow speeds. This happens once or twice during most times I use the car. This has happened in intersections and on highways at stop and go traffic. The car is not safe to drive. I haves brought the vehicle into the dealer at least three times for this and they have replaced a different valve (don't know what it was) on two of the occasions but the problem continues. I have an upcoming appointment with my authorized Hyundai dealer (the vehicle is still under warranty) and hope I have better luck next time…
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