2023 Hyundai Elantra problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Engine (9) · Service Brakes (8) · Power Train (7)
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Safety recalls (2)
Power Train:automatic Transmission:fluid/Lubricant:pump 2023-07-27 · campaign 23V526000 · 52,109 vehicles ⚠ PARK OUTSIDE
Defect: 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.
Risk: An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Fix: 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.
Air Bags:frontal 2022-08-18 · campaign 22V632000 · 247 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Risk: A detached air bag cover emblem may strike a vehicle occupant, which can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
Service bulletins (53)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2026-10-27 · 26-GI-003H · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin provides information related to the navigation and head unit software changes introduced in the 2026 2nd navigation map and software update. the changes may vary depending on vehicle type, model, and navigation system. refer to the 2026 2nd navigation map and software update key improv
Back Over Prevention: Warnings 2026-10-15 · 26-GI-004H · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some hyundai vehicles may be equipped with a parking distance warning (pdw) sensor(s) that may trigger various dtcs and display warning messages on the instrument cluster, resulting in the pdw sensor(s) failing to detect nearby objects or triggering multiple false alarms. this condition may be a res
Engine 2026-10-08 · 26-EM-016H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. this bulletin outlines the combustion chamber cleaning procedure for vehicles diagnosed with this condition. all internal combustion engines consume some engine oil during normal operatio
Engine 2026-10-07 · 26-EM-015H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
certain vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. this bulletin provides the inspection and repair procedures for vehicles exhibiting this condition. all internal combustion engines consume engine oil as part of normal engine operatio
Electrical System 2026-05-27 · 26-GI-002H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin provides information related to the navigation and head unit software changes introduced in the 2026 1st navigation map and software update. the changes may vary depending on vehicle type, model, and navigation system. refer to the 2026 1st navigation map and software update key improv
Engine 2026-04-18 · 26-EE-003H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some vehicles may exhibit difficulty starting in cold weather. this bulletin provides the procedure to perform an inspection on the starter magnetic switch for potential freezing and, if necessary, replace the starter magnetic switch (solenoid) assembly.
Showing the 6 most recent of 53 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-10-21 · Electrical System“i have a 2023 hyundal elantra sel and my rear camera starts flickering and also goes blank frequently. in fact nowadays it is rarely working. i understand that there was a recall for 2021 and 2022 but not for 2023 yet. however it seems the issue continues with 2023 as well cause when i google i see i am not the only one having this issue. i called…”
2026-10-18 · Vehicle Speed Control“a month ago my car started making a knocking noise very loudly at start up, and once driving for about 5 to 8 minutes it kind of stops, my speed doesn't accelerate as normal and if i go over 67 mph feels like i'll lose control. i see hyundai have a knock sensor recall and from the video on the website my car makes same sound but my 2023 elantra isn…”
2026-10-10 · Suspension“vehicle is still in my possession and available for inspection upon request. my safety and the safety of others was put at risk due to vibration when braking caused by warped rotors, a vehicle that pulls to one side with an off-center steering wheel, abnormal tire wear including a bald tire with a sidewall bubble, and a transmission that has twice …”
2026-09-09 · Unknown Or Other“voice activated calling no longer works without hyundai's bluelink subscription. each time i say a command to "call john doe," the response is always, "sorry, i don't understand. please upgrade to bluelink cloud assisted voice calling." this is a basic safety feature that should not be behind a paywall.…”
2026-08-30 · Structure:body“the paint is peeling off of my hood and on the sides of my car i have noticed other hyundais with the same problem i tried to go through warranty and hyundai wouldn't help me i've noticed in the past that they have had recalls on their vehicles for paint and i believe that this needs to be a recall also…”
2026-08-21 · Service Brakes · 16,900 mi“the contact owns a 2023 hyundai elantra. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights flashed on and off on the instrument panel, and the brakes independently activated due to slippery weather conditions. the vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed; however, the cause of the failure was not det…”
2026-08-21 · Vehicle Speed Control“2023 hyundai elantra sel. car has been slow to start this week. when i depress the brake pedal and push to start, it will start then shut off in the middle of starting then i have to try again or it will sputter then fully start but every safety alert and electrical alarm will go off in my car and nothing clears it until i drive for about 5 minutes…”
2026-08-19 · Engine“the engine mounts on this vehicle failed. dealership and many others online have stated that this seems to be a reoccurring issue with the 2021-2023 generation of hyundai elantras. the vibrations of these failed motor mounts become so severe that they can dislodge the brakes making it very unsafe to drive. hyundai should be doing a recall for th…”
2026-08-14 · Unknown Or Other“the vehicle is a 2023 hyundai elantra n line purchased from carmax in february 2026 with approximately 40,000 miles. it currently has approximately 49,000 miles. the vehicle intermittently cuts off, hesitates to accelerate, and jerks/shudders during acceleration. the specific failed component or system is unknown because carmax has not yet provided…”
2026-08-10 · Lane Departure: Assist“while driving on [xxx] north near exit [xxx] in rain, at 70 mph adaptive cruise control and lane keeping assistance were on. the vehicle displayed a warning that the smart systems were disabled. the vehicle then began jerking and changing lanes and speed unexpectedly. the steering wheel pulled/jerked forcefully to the left and right and i had diffi…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.