https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra New NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for the Hyundai Elantra. en-us Sat, 12 Sep 2026 05:49:02 GMT https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2178733 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Cars engines stopped for no apparent reason pulled over and it started back up but it stopped two more times within a two block radius both times it restarted the date was2/17 26 on the next day it did the same thing but only once https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2178715 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Elantra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V301000 (ENGINE). While driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact then towed the vehicle to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with piston oil rings fail https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2178736 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT ON FEBUARY 8 TH 2026 WAS DRIVEING ON HIGHWAY AT 65MPH SPEED AND CAR SUDENLY WAS DROPPING SPEED AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON CAR WOULD NOT PICK UP SPEED KEPT ON DROPPING SO I PULLED OVER THE CLOSET PLACE WAS SCARY IF IT HAD STALLED IN MIDDLE OF HIGHWAY COULD HAVE BEEN IN MAJOR ACCIDENT COULD HAVE BEEN INJURES OR KILLED LUCKLY WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER AT LOWER SPEED STALLING AT GAS STATION CALLE https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2178162 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2008 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that a week after the dealer performed the recall repair under NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V061000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); the contact was made aware that the brake lights had remained illuminated after the vehicle was parked and turned off. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2178317 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The horn on my vehicle all of a sudden does not work. Im afraid that i'll be in a accident because im unable to blow it. Plenty times ive almost been in a accident & it was literally nothing i could do because my horn isnt working. secondly, something is going in with the suspension on the right side of my car. Too much rattling noise. I see in the complaints im not the only one having this issue https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2178318 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The horn on my vehicle all of a sudden does not work. Im afraid that i'll be in a accident because im unable to blow it. Plenty times ive almost been in a accident & it was literally nothing i could do because my horn isnt working. secondly, something is going in with the suspension on the right side of my car. Too much rattling noise. I see in the complaints im not the only one having this issue https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2178319 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The horn on my vehicle all of a sudden does not work. Im afraid that i'll be in a accident because im unable to blow it. Plenty times ive almost been in a accident & it was literally nothing i could do because my horn isnt working. secondly, something is going in with the suspension on the right side of my car. Too much rattling noise. I see in the complaints im not the only one having this issue https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2177365 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT 2019 Elantra has been experiencing oil loss. The last oil change on 14 Feb 2026 at 57400 miles. Checked the oil today 16 Feb 2026 after 266 miles and it was a quart low. It appears that oil consumption is a know issue with Hyundai year and model. https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2177006 Sun, 15 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT A system in the Engine that allows for oil to sit and burn. UNKOWN A Mechanic shop that I go to regularly stated that this has been a known issue that has been going on for the past 12 years. Along side when I bought the car I was told that the engine is usually louder then most cars, this has been the general consensus. Personally with my car no, having done research outside of just my car: UNK https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2176980 Sun, 15 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT So I have a suspicion oh a connecting rod, might be a bearing but it’s making a tik tik noise, no other issue than that, no engine light no nothing, been doing it for a while but car still goes great https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2176875 Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT My car just lost all power and stopped on the side of the road after making a weird noise under the hood https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2176578 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT My vehicle has been in the shop here at McGrath Hyundai in Chicago, IL 30+ times since I bought it 5/21. Electrical, (rear), 6 horns, 6 blower motors, multiple warranty and recalls and now my front driver seat belt. They’re refusing to fix it even though I have reported it before. They’re saying over 60,000 miles makes it no longer under warranty. I reported it before and they said that it https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2176579 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT My vehicle has been in the shop here at McGrath Hyundai in Chicago, IL 30+ times since I bought it 5/21. Electrical, (rear), 6 horns, 6 blower motors, multiple warranty and recalls and now my front driver seat belt. They’re refusing to fix it even though I have reported it before. They’re saying over 60,000 miles makes it no longer under warranty. I reported it before and they said that it https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2176214 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Car check engine light illuminated and car began shaking and stalled at 79284 miles. Local mechanic said engine was dry and would need full replacement, no dashboard lights indicating oil level or engine issues prior to this point. https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2176204 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT There was a recall Electronic Power Steering (EPS) motor connector that was being done for 2017 hyundai elantras and my car is affected by it. Hyundai is saying my car is not affected by the recall that they put out for this issue. https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2176233 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT After no previous issues, car stalled out multiple times on short drive to work. No warning lights and no subsequent diagnostic codes were reported. Upon final restart, engine started knocking severely. Upon investigation, the oil stick showed no oil in the pan. Vehicle was towed to trusted, licensed mechanic for evaluation where we were informed about the potential of a failure due to rapid oil https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2175610 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT UNKNOWN On January 24,2026, I was thankfully traveling only about twenty mph a block from my home and something happened in the front drivers side suspension that caused me to almost hit three parked cars. Once I got stopped, the car couldn’t get get pushed forward, won’t roll at all forward, like it’s in park, but in neutral we were able to push it backwards to the house. It seems that it could https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2175611 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT UNKNOWN On January 24,2026, I was thankfully traveling only about twenty mph a block from my home and something happened in the front drivers side suspension that caused me to almost hit three parked cars. Once I got stopped, the car couldn’t get get pushed forward, won’t roll at all forward, like it’s in park, but in neutral we were able to push it backwards to the house. It seems that it could https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2175612 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT UNKNOWN On January 24,2026, I was thankfully traveling only about twenty mph a block from my home and something happened in the front drivers side suspension that caused me to almost hit three parked cars. Once I got stopped, the car couldn’t get get pushed forward, won’t roll at all forward, like it’s in park, but in neutral we were able to push it backwards to the house. It seems that it could https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2175475 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT I have a Piston/Engine Defect according to the mechanic at the car shop. Any time any acceleration is applied you can hear the knocking. I believe it should be covered through the class action alleged that 2011-2016 Elantras engines (including the Limited trim) have a piston defect leading to engine failure. A settlement offered extended warranties, engine repairs, and reimbursement. I was unawar https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2175378 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Issue: Hyundai recall denial for paint peeling defect My vehicle qualifies for the Hyundai paint-peeling recall, and the paint deterioration matches the defect described by Hyundai. Despite this, Hyundai has denied my recall repair twice. Approximately 2 1/2 years before the recall was issued, I applied a small touch-up to the affected area to slow the deterioration. This was done solely to pr https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2175270 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Engine burning oil https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2174593 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT So back in September of 2023 there was a recall 248 on my 2023 Hyundai Elantra hybrid Limited. This was before I bought the car. I bought it used at a local dealer according to the Carfax and everywhere I look up it says this issue has been fixed on September 14th of 2023. I'm still experiencing the same issue I wouldn't have even known about the recall from before if I didn't have the issue. Now https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2174166 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Engine failure consistent with known Hyundai engine defect. Blue smoke, oil consumption, engine knock Mechanic autoscanned codes were P0300, PO301, PO302 Lost half quart of oil in 800 miles Fire risk acknowledged in recall documentation - undriveable car at Hyundai dealer in Salem NH, renting a car now as without any transportation Manufacturer denied repair based solely on VIN despite identical f https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2174060 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Driving on the highway in the far left lane. Check engine light came on, car stopped accelerating. Car came to a stop, car shut off. Smoke was coming out from under the hood and flames were seen underneath the car. Police and fire department arrived. Report states an electrical fire. Had car towed to Hyundai. Hyundai stated that the engine seized followed by the starter catching on fire. Car was o https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2173453 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT My Elantra has 25000 miles and has had issues with an inoperative horn. It appears that the horn pad switch/clockspring has an intermittent contact issue. It has progressed to the point where the horn is inoperative now. My vehicle is under factory warranty, so I will need to return the vehicle to the dealership to correct this problem. My goal is to leave a record of the failure of this critical https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2172728 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT [XXX] is subject to Safety Recall 20V-755 Hyundai Recall 251 for a defective ABS module that may leak brake fluid, cause an electrical short, and increase the risk of an engine compartment fire. The recall remains open and has not been performed. On Feb 2, I brought the vehicle to McGovern Hyundai of Arlington and disclosed an active brake fluid leak consistent with Recall 251. I also stated that https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2172729 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT [XXX] is subject to Safety Recall 20V-755 Hyundai Recall 251 for a defective ABS module that may leak brake fluid, cause an electrical short, and increase the risk of an engine compartment fire. The recall remains open and has not been performed. On Feb 2, I brought the vehicle to McGovern Hyundai of Arlington and disclosed an active brake fluid leak consistent with Recall 251. I also stated that https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2172730 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT [XXX] is subject to Safety Recall 20V-755 Hyundai Recall 251 for a defective ABS module that may leak brake fluid, cause an electrical short, and increase the risk of an engine compartment fire. The recall remains open and has not been performed. On Feb 2, I brought the vehicle to McGovern Hyundai of Arlington and disclosed an active brake fluid leak consistent with Recall 251. I also stated that https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-elantra#complaint-2172744 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT With no 'low oil' warning, the car's engine started may a knocking noise. Then, all kinds of warning lights started. Parked the vehicle and checked the oil the next day and there was NO OIL in the engine. This should not have been the case considering this car gets regular oil changes. Also, there was no oil spots or stains on the driveway to also indicate an oil leak. This happened to my son w