2023 Hyundai ELANTRA: complaints, problems and recalls
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.
Examples from the source records
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 11503461 · 2023-01-24 (January 24, 2023)
I was driving on the turnpike and the truck in front of me was carrying material that caused my windshield to be soiled. I tried to clean but water did not come out of windshield wiper. I had to exit and clean manually. I was surprised no water because the car has only 2,700 miles and is 5 months old. I tried to fill with water but water dripped out. Next day I took to Hyundai dealer who told me rodents ate the hose. They charged me $252.43 to replace hose. I read online many claims against Hyundai for using soy based products in the…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11503461 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11509837 · 2023-03-02 (March 2, 2023)
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that the vehicle was equipped with an auto light feature that allowed the headlights to turn on at night while the dash light would become dim. However, the contact stated that the headlights had been turning on during daytime, which was impairing his vision of the road. Additionally, the instrument panel lights were becoming dim, preventing the contact to monitor the instrument cluster. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who gathered the vehic…
Owner-reported narrative. 500 miles reported. Look up ODI 11509837 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11513544 · 2023-03-24 (March 24, 2023)
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that shortly after purchasing the vehicle, it was discovered that the backup camera display screen image was flickering and distorted, creating a visibility hazard for the driver while reversing. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the display unit was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not yet notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 50.
Owner-reported narrative. 50 miles reported. Look up ODI 11513544 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11514421 · 2023-03-29 (March 29, 2023)
2023 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO IGNITION KEYS.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11514421 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…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11516184 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11516633 · 2023-04-12 (April 12, 2023)
225/45/17 - Tire had a blowout. The tire had multiple bulges on the side wall. The tire was flat and would not hold air.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11516633 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11516634 · 2023-04-12 (April 12, 2023)
225/45/17 - Tire had a blowout. After examining the tire, the sidewall had several bulges and one was catastrophic.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11516634 at NHTSA ↗
Recall history
2 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
22V632000 · Air Bags:Frontal
Reported: 2022-08-18 (August 18, 2022)
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.
Consequence: A detached air bag cover emblem may strike a vehicle occupant, which can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗23V526000 · Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Fluid/Lubricant:Pump
Reported: 2023-07-27 (July 27, 2023)
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.
Consequence: An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗