2015 Hyundai Elantra problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 263 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Hyundai Elantra, filed between 2014-11-11 and 2026-09-22. The most common problem areas are the engine (93, 35%), service brakes (29, 11%) and service brakes, hydraulic (26, 10%). Owners reported 27 crashes, 8 fires and 25 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.
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2015 Hyundai Elantra complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 93 | 35% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 48 | 18% | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 29 | 11% | 5 | 1 | 5 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 26 | 10% | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Steering | 26 | 10% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 23 | 9% | 17 | 2 | 21 |
| Electrical system | 23 | 9% | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 18 | 7% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 15 | 6% | 5 | 2 | 5 |
| Structure | 14 | 5% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 10 | 4% | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 9 | 3% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 7 | 3% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 5 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 3 | 1% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Engine: 93 complaints
- 93 complaints of 263 (35%) name the engine.
- 11 of them also name the unknown or other; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Hyundai Elantra covers this system.
Service brakes: 29 complaints
- 29 complaints of 263 (11%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 5 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 5 crashes, 1 fire and 5 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2015 Hyundai Elantra; the recall, campaign 23V651000, says: “The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.”
Service brakes, hydraulic: 26 complaints
- 26 complaints of 263 (10%) name the service brakes, hydraulic — the hydraulic foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 2 of them also name the air bags; owners reported 2 crashes, 2 fires and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2015 Hyundai Elantra; the recall, campaign 23V651000, says: “The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.”
Steering: 26 complaints
- 26 complaints of 263 (10%) name the steering — the steering wheel, column, gear and power-steering assist.
- 3 of them also name the engine; owners reported 2 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Hyundai Elantra covers this system.
Air bags: 23 complaints
- 23 complaints of 263 (9%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- 2 of them also name the fuel/propulsion system; owners reported 17 crashes, 2 fires and 21 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2015 Hyundai Elantra; the recall, campaign 26V307000, says: “The driver's air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.”
Electrical system: 23 complaints
- 23 complaints of 263 (9%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 10 of them also name the engine; owners reported 2 fires in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Hyundai Elantra covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 2 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 27 |
| 2019 | 29 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 22 |
| 2023 | 49 |
| 2024 | 43 |
| 2025 | 16 |
| 2026 | 11 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names ELANTRA, ELANTRA GT, model year 2015. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2015 Hyundai Elantra recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Hyundai Elantra?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2015 Hyundai Elantra's most common problem areas are the engine (93 of 263 complaints), service brakes (29 of 263 complaints) and service brakes, hydraulic (26 of 263 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2015 Hyundai Elantra have?
NHTSA has 263 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Hyundai Elantra, including 27 reported crashes and 8 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Hyundai Elantra's problems?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2015 Hyundai Elantra; 3 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.