2023 Hyundai Elantra problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 166 owner complaints on file for the 2023 Hyundai Elantra, filed between 2022-09-30 and 2026-09-09. The most common problem areas are the electrical system (42, 25%), forward collision avoidance (34, 20%) and engine (26, 16%). Owners reported 16 crashes and 9 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2023 Hyundai Elantra complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 42 | 25% | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Unknown or other | 37 | 22% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 34 | 20% | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 26 | 16% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 21 | 13% | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 16 | 10% | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 14 | 8% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 12 | 7% | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Air bags | 9 | 5% | 6 | 0 | 5 |
| Steering | 9 | 5% | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 8 | 5% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 6 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 4 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 2% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 4 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 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.
Electrical system: 42 complaints
- 42 complaints of 166 (25%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 8 of them also name the power train; owners reported 1 crash and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2023 Hyundai Elantra; the recall, campaign 23V589000, says: “A software error in the motor control unit may cause unintended vehicle acceleration after the brake pedal is released.”
Forward collision avoidance: 34 complaints
- 34 complaints of 166 (20%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 8 of them also name the lane departure; owners reported 3 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2023 Hyundai Elantra covers this system.
Engine: 26 complaints
- 26 complaints of 166 (16%) name the engine.
- 8 of them also name the power train; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2023 Hyundai Elantra covers this system.
Power train: 21 complaints
- 21 complaints of 166 (13%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 8 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 2 crashes and 1 injury in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2023 Hyundai Elantra; the recall, campaign 23V526000, says: “The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.”
Service brakes: 16 complaints
- 16 complaints of 166 (10%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 7 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; owners reported 2 crashes and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2023 Hyundai Elantra covers this system.
Vehicle speed control: 14 complaints
- 14 complaints of 166 (8%) name the vehicle speed control — cruise control and accelerator/throttle control.
- 5 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2023 Hyundai Elantra covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 54 |
| 2024 | 50 |
| 2025 | 37 |
| 2026 | 24 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names ELANTRA, ELANTRA HEV, ELANTRA N, model year 2023. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2023 Hyundai Elantra recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Hyundai Elantra?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2023 Hyundai Elantra's most common problem areas are the electrical system (42 of 166 complaints), forward collision avoidance (34 of 166 complaints) and engine (26 of 166 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2023 Hyundai Elantra have?
NHTSA has 166 owner complaints on file for the 2023 Hyundai Elantra, including 16 reported crashes.
Is there a recall for the 2023 Hyundai Elantra's problems?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2023 Hyundai Elantra; 2 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.