2024 Hyundai Elantra problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 61 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Hyundai Elantra, filed between 2024-03-17 and 2026-09-22. The most common problem areas are the electrical system (18, 30%), engine (10, 16%) and forward collision avoidance (8, 13%). Owners reported 5 crashes, 1 fire and 2 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2024 Hyundai Elantra complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 19 | 31% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 18 | 30% | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 10 | 16% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 8 | 13% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 7 | 11% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 7 | 11% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 6 | 10% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 3 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 5% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 3% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 3% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Air bags | 1 | 2% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
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: 18 complaints
- 18 complaints of 61 (30%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 5 of them also name the unknown or other; owners reported 1 crash and 1 fire in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Hyundai Elantra covers this system.
Engine: 10 complaints
- 10 complaints of 61 (16%) name the engine.
- 3 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 fire in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2024 Hyundai Elantra; the recall, campaign 24V308000, says: “An electrical short circuit may occur in the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve assembly, which can result in a loss of drive power.”
Forward collision avoidance: 8 complaints
- 8 complaints of 61 (13%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 4 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Hyundai Elantra covers this system.
Steering: 7 complaints
- 7 complaints of 61 (11%) name the steering — the steering wheel, column, gear and power-steering assist.
- 4 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 2 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Hyundai Elantra covers this system.
Vehicle speed control: 7 complaints
- 7 complaints of 61 (11%) name the vehicle speed control — cruise control and accelerator/throttle control.
- 2 of them also name the steering; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Hyundai Elantra covers this system.
Lane departure: 6 complaints
- 6 complaints of 61 (10%) name the lane departure — lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist.
- 2 of them also name the electrical system; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Hyundai Elantra covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 15 |
| 2025 | 33 |
| 2026 | 13 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names ELANTRA, ELANTRA HEV, ELANTRA N, model year 2024. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2024 Hyundai Elantra recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Hyundai Elantra?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2024 Hyundai Elantra's most common problem areas are the electrical system (18 of 61 complaints), engine (10 of 61 complaints) and forward collision avoidance (8 of 61 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2024 Hyundai Elantra have?
NHTSA has 61 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Hyundai Elantra, including 5 reported crashes and 1 reported fire.
Is there a recall for the 2024 Hyundai Elantra's problems?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2024 Hyundai Elantra; 1 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.