Hyundai Elantra: known issues clusters
All rows for this model in the Known Issues clusters dataset, newest model year first. Each year links to its consumer page, which shows the same records with context.
| rows | 98 |
|---|---|
| model years | 2010–2025 (16) |
| data through | 2026-09-20 |
| method | /data/methodology#known-issues |
| license | CC BY 4.0 (derived) |
Vehicle pages
2025 · 2024 · 2023 · 2022 · 2021 · 2020 · 2019 · 2018 · 2017 · 2016 · 2015 · 2014 · 2013 · 2012 · 2011 · 2010
Rows
| year | cluster_id | label | component_code | complaint_count | date_range | source_complaint_count | reviewed_at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | elantra-2025-rear-seat-restraint-hardware-failure | Rear seat restraint hardware failure | SEAT BELTS | 2 | 2025-12 → 2026-07 | 21 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | elantra-2025-driver-attention-alert-distraction | Driver attention alert distraction | LANE DEPARTURE | 7 | 2025-06 → 2026-01 | 21 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | elantra-2025-airbag-non-deployment-crash | Airbag non-deployment in collision | AIR BAGS | 2 | 2026-02 → 2026-06 | 21 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | elantra-2025-brake-pedal-no-response | Brake pedal failure to respond | SERVICE BRAKES | 2 | 2025-07 → 2026-02 | 21 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | elantra-2025-forward-collision-assist-malfunction | Forward collision assist braking malfunction | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 2 | 2025-11 → 2026-04 | 21 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2024 | elantra-2024-horn-failure | Horn inoperative or intermittent failure | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 14 | 2024-07 → 2026-04 | 52 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2024 | elantra-2024-steering-instrument-fault | Power steering and instrument cluster malfunction | STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 6 | 2024-06 → 2026-06 | 52 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2024 | elantra-2024-engine-stall | Loss of power and engine stall while driving | POWER TRAIN, ENGINE | 5 | 2024-05 → 2026-06 | 52 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2024 | elantra-2024-fca-false-brake | Forward collision avoidance false activation | SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 4 | 2024-07 → 2025-11 | 52 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2024 | elantra-2024-lane-departure-alert | Driver attention warning false alerts | LANE DEPARTURE | 5 | 2024-12 → 2025-12 | 52 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2024 | elantra-2024-tire-separation | Tire tread separation while driving | TIRES | 2 | 2025-02 → 2025-10 | 52 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2024 | elantra-2024-oil-loss-engine-damage | Engine oil loss leading to engine damage | ENGINE | 2 | 2024-11 → 2025-07 | 52 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | elantra-2023-horn-failure | Horn failure | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 14 | 2023-12 → 2026-05 | 90 | 2026-07-16 |
| 2023 | elantra-2023-transmission-jerking | Transmission jerking and harsh shifting | POWER TRAIN | 4 | 2024-02 → 2026-05 | 90 | 2026-07-16 |
| 2023 | elantra-2023-backup-camera-failure | Rearview camera display failure | BACK OVER PREVENTION | 4 | 2023-03 → 2025-07 | 90 | 2026-07-16 |
| 2023 | elantra-2023-tire-sidewall-bulges | Tire sidewall bulges and blowouts | TIRES | 4 | 2023-04 → 2024-08 | 90 | 2026-07-16 |
| 2023 | elantra-2023-windshield-cracking | Windshield cracking | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 3 | 2023-06 → 2024-03 | 90 | 2026-07-16 |
| 2023 | elantra-2023-unintended-emergency-braking | Unintended automatic emergency braking activation | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 12 | 2022-09 → 2026-04 | 90 | 2026-07-16 |
| 2023 | elantra-2023-engine-stall | Engine stall and loss of motive power | ENGINE | 9 | 2023-07 → 2026-03 | 90 | 2026-07-16 |
| 2023 | elantra-2023-oil-pressure-warning | Low oil pressure warning during acceleration | ENGINE | 4 | 2023-08 → 2025-09 | 90 | 2026-07-16 |
| 2022 | elantra-2022-seatbelt-recall-parts | Seat belt pretensioner recall parts unavailability | SEAT BELTS | 26 | 2022-06 → 2022-11 | 136 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2022 | elantra-2022-hybrid-system-power-loss | Hybrid system warning with sudden power loss | POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 14 | 2022-02 → 2026-06 | 136 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2021 | elantra-2021-forward-collision-radar | Forward collision and smart cruise control warnings | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 18 | 2022-09 → 2025-09 | 126 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2021 | elantra-2021-seat-belt-recall-parts | Seat belt pretensioner recall and parts availability | SEAT BELTS | 22 | 2022-05 → 2026-02 | 126 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2021 | elantra-2021-backup-camera | Backup camera display failure | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 9 | 2024-06 → 2025-03 | 126 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2021 | elantra-2021-horn-failure | Horn stops working | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 6 | 2023-02 → 2025-04 | 126 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2021 | elantra-2021-engine-stall-seizure | Engine stalling and seizure | ENGINE | 8 | 2022-02 → 2026-04 | 126 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2021 | elantra-2021-transmission-shudder | DCT transmission shudder and hesitation | POWER TRAIN | 5 | 2022-10 → 2026-03 | 126 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2021 | elantra-2021-unintended-acceleration-brake | Unintended acceleration with brake applied | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES | 4 | 2022-09 → 2025-05 | 126 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2020 | elantra-2020-transmission-failure | Automatic transmission failure and harsh shifting | POWER TRAIN | 22 | 2021-04 → 2026-06 | 242 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2020 | elantra-2020-ignition-theft-vulnerability | Ignition and steering column vulnerable to theft | STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 7 | 2021-08 → 2026-04 | 242 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2020 | elantra-2020-brake-pedal-effort-grinding | Increased brake pedal effort and grinding noise | SERVICE BRAKES | 5 | 2022-03 → 2026-05 | 242 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2020 | elantra-2020-engine-oil-piston-ring | Engine stalling and oil consumption from piston rings | ENGINE | 94 | 2021-05 → 2026-08 | 242 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2020 | elantra-2020-headlight-high-beam-failure | High-beam headlight failure | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 23 | 2023-02 → 2026-04 | 242 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2020 | elantra-2020-steering-column-grinding-noise | Steering column grinding or rubbing noise at low speed | STEERING | 8 | 2021-08 → 2025-12 | 242 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2020 | elantra-2020-forward-collision-phantom-braking | Forward collision system unexpected braking activation | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 6 | 2021-06 → 2026-05 | 242 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2019 | elantra-2019-engine-stall-failure | Engine stalling and failure | ENGINE | 70 | 2021-07 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 239 total) | 239 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2019 | elantra-2019-oil-consumption | Engine oil consumption | ENGINE | 18 | 2025-02 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 239 total) | 239 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2019 | elantra-2019-high-beam-headlights | High-beam headlight operation | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 50 | 2021-09 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 239 total) | 239 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2019 | elantra-2019-theft-security | Theft and ignition security | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 7 | 2022-02 → 2025-11 (sample of 200 most-recent of 239 total) | 239 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2019 | elantra-2019-paint-peeling | Exterior paint peeling | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 | 2025-05 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 239 total) | 239 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2018 | elantra-2018-paint-delamination | Paint peeling and delamination on hood and roof | STRUCTURE | 16 | 2021-11 → 2026-07 | 279 | 2026-07-31 |
| 2018 | elantra-2018-theft-no-immobilizer | Theft of vehicles without an engine immobilizer | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 14 | 2021-08 → 2026-07 | 279 | 2026-07-31 |
| 2018 | elantra-2018-engine-stall-power-loss | Engine shutoff and loss of motive power while driving | ENGINE | 44 | 2021-06 → 2026-04 | 279 | 2026-07-31 |
| 2018 | elantra-2018-oil-consumption | Excessive oil consumption between oil changes | ENGINE | 18 | 2022-09 → 2026-06 | 279 | 2026-07-31 |
| 2018 | elantra-2018-engine-seizure-rod-bearing | Engine seizure and rod bearing failure | ENGINE | 20 | 2021-06 → 2026-06 | 279 | 2026-07-31 |
| 2018 | elantra-2018-misfire-ignition-coil | Cylinder misfires with ignition coil and injector failure | ENGINE | 9 | 2022-03 → 2025-11 | 279 | 2026-07-31 |
| 2018 | elantra-2018-exterior-light-failure | Headlight and brake light bulbs going out | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 11 | 2021-06 → 2026-01 | 279 | 2026-07-31 |
| 2018 | elantra-2018-steering-lockup | Steering wheel lockup and loss of power steering assist | STEERING | 5 | 2021-10 → 2023-11 | 279 | 2026-07-31 |
| 2017 | elantra-2017-door-latch-failure | Door latch failure preventing doors from opening | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 33 | 2023-09 → 2026-06 | 761 | 2026-08-09 |
| 2017 | elantra-2017-timing-chain-cvvt-failure | Timing chain and CVVT camshaft failure | ENGINE | 11 | 2023-10 → 2026-06 | 761 | 2026-08-09 |
| 2017 | elantra-2017-paint-peeling | Exterior paint peeling and delamination | STRUCTURE | 8 | 2023-10 → 2026-03 | 761 | 2026-08-09 |
| 2017 | elantra-2017-oil-consumption-engine-seizure | Excessive oil consumption and engine seizure | ENGINE | 39 | 2023-09 → 2026-06 | 761 | 2026-08-09 |
| 2017 | elantra-2017-engine-stall-loss-of-power | Engine stalling and loss of motive power while driving | POWER TRAIN, ENGINE | 37 | 2023-08 → 2026-04 | 761 | 2026-08-09 |
| 2017 | elantra-2017-power-steering-loss | Loss of electric power steering assist | STEERING | 24 | 2023-09 → 2026-06 | 761 | 2026-08-09 |
| 2017 | elantra-2017-ignition-coil-misfire | Ignition coil failure with cylinder misfire | ENGINE | 10 | 2023-09 → 2026-05 | 761 | 2026-08-09 |
| 2016 | elantra-2016-trunk-latch-failure-recall | Trunk latch failure under recall 24V146000 | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 13 | 2021-08 → 2024-10 (sample: 200 of 290 total complaints) | 290 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2016 | elantra-2016-paint-delamination-corrosion | Paint delamination and corrosion | STRUCTURE | 15 | 2021-02 → 2026-06 (sample: 200 of 290 total complaints) | 290 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2016 | elantra-2016-engine-oil-consumption-knock | Engine oil consumption and internal knock | ENGINE | 90 | 2020-05 → 2026-07 (sample: 200 of 290 total complaints) | 290 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2016 | elantra-2016-power-train-slip-and-stall | Power train transmission slip and stall | POWER TRAIN | 26 | 2020-05 → 2026-07 (sample: 200 of 290 total complaints) | 290 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2016 | elantra-2016-air-bag-non-deployment | Air bag non-deployment and warning light | AIR BAGS | 11 | 2020-05 → 2026-01 (sample: 200 of 290 total complaints) | 290 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2016 | elantra-2016-brake-line-corrosion-rupture | Brake line corrosion and rupture | SERVICE BRAKES | 9 | 2021-12 → 2026-01 (sample: 200 of 290 total complaints) | 290 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2015 | elantra-2015-transmission-failure | Transmission failure and loss of motive power | POWER TRAIN | 11 | 2018-12 → 2025-01 | 261 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2015 | elantra-2015-paint-peeling | Pearl White exterior paint peeling | STRUCTURE | 9 | 2020-02 → 2025-05 | 261 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2015 | elantra-2015-brake-light-switch-stuck | Brake pedal stopper pad wear leaving brake lights on | SERVICE BRAKES | 7 | 2019-02 → 2024-06 | 261 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2015 | elantra-2015-abs-module-brake-fire-recall | ABS module fluid leak and fire-risk recall | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 37 | 2023-09 → 2026-05 | 261 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2015 | elantra-2015-engine-knock-stall-failure | Engine knock, stalling, and failure | ENGINE | 64 | 2019-03 → 2026-07 | 261 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2015 | elantra-2015-power-steering-loss | Power steering loss while driving | STEERING | 11 | 2018-10 → 2026-08 | 261 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2015 | elantra-2015-airbag-non-deployment | Air bag failure to deploy in crash | AIR BAGS | 6 | 2019-07 → 2025-05 | 261 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2015 | elantra-2015-sudden-acceleration | Sudden unintended acceleration | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 6 | 2019-04 → 2025-02 | 261 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2014 | elantra-2014-abs-recall-parts-backorder | ABS module recall parts backorder | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 50 | 2023-11 → 2026-07 | 383 | 2026-09-06 |
| 2014 | elantra-2014-brake-light-switch-stuck | Brake light switch stuck illuminated | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 7 | 2021-06 → 2023-11 | 383 | 2026-09-06 |
| 2014 | elantra-2014-sunglass-holder-latch | Sunglass holder latch failure | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 | 2020-11 → 2023-06 | 383 | 2026-09-06 |
| 2014 | elantra-2014-engine-knock-stall-failure | Engine knocking noise, stalling, and failure | ENGINE | 94 | 2020-06 → 2026-07 | 383 | 2026-09-06 |
| 2014 | elantra-2014-engine-compartment-fire | Engine compartment fire | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE | 8 | 2021-09 → 2026-08 | 383 | 2026-09-06 |
| 2014 | elantra-2014-airbag-warning-deployment | Airbag warning light and deployment failure | AIR BAGS | 8 | 2020-07 → 2025-11 | 383 | 2026-09-06 |
| 2013 | elantra-2013-steering-coupler-failure | Steering column flexible coupler failure | STEERING | 15 | 2024-01 → 2025-11 | 1328 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2013 | elantra-2013-engine-piston-slap-knock | Engine knocking and piston slap noise | ENGINE | 15 | 2024-03 → 2026-06 | 1328 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2013 | elantra-2013-hydraulic-brake-recall | Service brakes hydraulic system recall and fire risk | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 65 | 2024-01 → 2026-08 | 1328 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2013 | elantra-2013-corroded-brake-lines | Corroded brake lines causing loss of braking | SERVICE BRAKES | 20 | 2024-01 → 2026-07 | 1328 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2013 | elantra-2013-airbag-clock-spring | Airbag warning light and clock spring failure | AIR BAGS | 10 | 2024-02 → 2026-07 | 1328 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2012 | elantra-2012-brake-fluid-loss-pedal-failure | Brake fluid loss and pedal-to-floor failure | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 62 | 2020-10 → 2026-08 | 674 | 2026-09-04 |
| 2012 | elantra-2012-airbag-warning-light-nondeploy | Airbag warning light and non-deployment in crashes | AIR BAGS | 32 | 2020-08 → 2026-06 | 674 | 2026-09-04 |
| 2012 | elantra-2012-engine-stall-crankshaft-fire | Engine stalling, crankshaft sensor failure, and fires | ENGINE | 23 | 2020-12 → 2026-08 | 674 | 2026-09-04 |
| 2012 | elantra-2012-electrical-stall-instrument-panel | Electrical faults causing stalling and instrument panel loss | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 21 | 2020-08 → 2026-07 | 674 | 2026-09-04 |
| 2012 | elantra-2012-steering-lockup-power-loss | Steering wheel lockup and power steering loss | STEERING | 21 | 2020-08 → 2024-12 | 674 | 2026-09-04 |
| 2011 | elantra-2011-steering-coupler-clunk | Steering coupler clicking and looseness | STEERING | 43 | 2019-02 → 2026-08 | 460 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2011 | elantra-2011-coil-spring-fracture | Front coil spring fracture puncturing tire | SUSPENSION | 25 | 2018-12 → 2023-10 | 460 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2011 | elantra-2011-engine-piston-knock | Engine knocking and piston failure | ENGINE | 28 | 2019-01 → 2026-02 | 460 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2011 | elantra-2011-abs-recall-delay | ABS module recall repair delay | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 16 | 2023-10 → 2024-09 | 460 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2011 | elantra-2011-airbag-warning-light | Airbag warning light illuminated | AIR BAGS | 29 | 2018-12 → 2026-01 | 460 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2011 | elantra-2011-parked-vehicle-fire | Vehicle fire while parked | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 5 | 2019-06 → 2022-08 | 460 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | elantra-2010-transmission-slipping | Transmission slipping and hesitation during acceleration | POWER TRAIN | 12 | 2018-10 → 2022-09 | 453 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | elantra-2010-brake-pedal-recall | Brake pedal failure and hydraulic brake recall delays | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 23 | 2018-12 → 2026-08 | 453 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | elantra-2010-electric-power-steering | Electric power steering failure and recall repair delays | STEERING | 121 | 2018-08 → 2026-08 | 453 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | elantra-2010-airbag-deployment | Airbag deployment without crash or non-deployment in crash | AIR BAGS | 19 | 2018-08 → 2026-05 | 453 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | elantra-2010-electrical-battery-fire | Electrical system battery drain, no-start, and engine fire | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 25 | 2018-11 → 2026-01 | 453 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | elantra-2010-engine-failure-noise | Engine seizure, knocking noise, and engine fire | ENGINE | 11 | 2019-01 → 2026-08 | 453 | 2026-09-03 |
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Wrench.Pro (2026). Known Issues clusters — Hyundai Elantra [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai/elantra
@misc{wrenchpro_known_issues_hyundai_elantra_2026,
author = {Wrench.Pro},
title = {Wrench.Pro Known Issues clusters: Hyundai Elantra},
year = {2026},
howpublished = {\url{https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai/elantra}},
note = {Derived from NHTSA public records. CC BY 4.0.}
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