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2023 Hyundai Elantra: raw data

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vehicle2023 / hyundai / elantra
known issues8 clusters (reviewed 2026-07-16)
complaints98 on file (2022-09-30 → 2026-09-09)
recalls2
investigations0
fars34 occupant deaths, crash years 2010-2024 (legacy-code)
indexedyes
licenseCC BY 4.0 (derived)

Known Issues clusters all years →

Horn failureUNKNOWN OR OTHER14 complaints2023-12 → 2026-05elantra-2023-horn-failure
  • 11738447 This is the second time the horn has stopped working. The first time was a year or two ago (records available on request), and both of the two horn units failed. The manufacturer Hyundai replaced them both and told me the issue they were having was the stamped housing…
  • 11637301 Both high and low horns failed and the vehicle has 61,000 miles. Hyundai said this is a “known issue” to the point that they keep these parts in stock and replace them regularly. This is a safety concern, and required for safety inspection.
Transmission jerking and harsh shiftingPOWER TRAIN4 complaints2024-02 → 2026-05elantra-2023-transmission-jerking
  • 11738642 I purchased a 2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid 2023 on December 15, 2023, and since early ownership I have experienced persistent jerking/clunking while slowing to a stop, harsh downshifts, hesitation during braking, and rough transitions between electric and engine power…
  • 11640818 The transmission is slipping to the point that I have almost gotten in several accidents due to impatient drives and the car not engaging in gear like it should…
Rearview camera display failureBACK OVER PREVENTION4 complaints2023-03 → 2025-07elantra-2023-backup-camera-failure
  • 11513544 The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that shortly after purchasing the vehicle, it was discovered that the backup camera display screen image was flickering and distorted, creating a visibility hazard for the driver while reversing…
  • 11672351 On multiple accounts did I find my 2023 Hyundai Elantra SEL rear camera not working. Now it displays a green screen and I’ve tested it but with someone directly right behind me while in reverse (not moving) the sensors aren’t going off…
Tire sidewall bulges and blowoutsTIRES4 complaints2023-04 → 2024-08elantra-2023-tire-sidewall-bulges
  • 11516633 225/45/17 - Tire had a blowout. The tire had multiple bulges on the side wall. The tire was flat and would not hold air.
  • 11607022 The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Elantra equipped with Kumho Tires, Tire Line: Solus, Tire Size: 205/55/R16, DOT Number: 1K2LMYAY. The contact stated that when his daughter started the vehicle in the driveway, she felt that the vehicle was riding low on the driver's front tire…
Windshield crackingVISIBILITY/WIPER3 complaints2023-06 → 2024-03elantra-2023-windshield-cracking
  • 11525030 Had a crack on the windshield which was getting larger quickly. There was no damage caused by debris that I was aware of. Spoke to multiple dealerships and they refused to fix or even check if it was a defect. Went through insurance to get the windshield replaced…
  • 11566137 So far since owning this vehicle. I have gone through 7 OEM windshields. I had a 2010 Ford Focus, replaced it with the 2023 Elantra. In 13 years driving the same roads, and only replaced 5 windshields…
Unintended automatic emergency braking activationFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE12 complaints2022-09 → 2026-04elantra-2023-unintended-emergency-braking
  • 11734570 Subject: Safety Concern – Unintended Emergency Braking My vehicle is experiencing a serious safety issue involving unintended emergency braking. While driving on the freeway, the vehicle has unexpectedly applied emergency braking on its own…
  • 11590624 Multiple times driving on highway at posted speed limit and vehicle displays emergency braking system and just comes to complete stop on highway with oncoming cars going 65mph. Has happened 3 times before.
Engine stall and loss of motive powerENGINE9 complaints2023-07 → 2026-03elantra-2023-engine-stall
  • 11687170 Vehicle routinely sputters and stalls at slow speeds. This happens once or twice during most times I use the car. This has happened in intersections and on highways at stop and go traffic. The car is not safe to drive. I haves brought the vehicle into the dealer…
  • 11601622 While driving at the freeway, the car engine failed. Car alarms went off and digital dashboard show alert of the engine failure. Battery and all other symbols in the dashboard lighted up as well. The vehicle lost speed. Dashboard displayed text indicating to shift gear…
Low oil pressure warning during accelerationENGINE4 complaints2023-08 → 2025-09elantra-2023-oil-pressure-warning
  • 11689420 I am reporting a recurring issue with my 2023 Hyundai Elantra where the low oil pressure warning light illuminates consistently during strong acceleration. This is accompanied by a distinct smoky odor from the vehicle. Based on my research into recall 23V-859…
  • 11537001 My 2023 Hyundai Elantra vehicle displays a low oil pressure message when accelerating. Is this related to the recent recall for the electric oil pump assembly that may overheat and increase the risk of a fire?

NHTSA complaints (summary) all years →

countearliest_datelatest_datecrash_flaggedfire_flaggedtop_components
982022-09-302026-09-0980UNKNOWN OR OTHER:23; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:23; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE:20; ENGINE:18; SERVICE BRAKES:9

Recalls all years →

campaign_numberreport_received_datecomponentsummaryconsequenceremedy
22V63200018/08/2022AIR BAGS:FRONTALHyundai 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.A detached air bag cover emblem may strike a vehicle occupant, which can increase the risk of injury.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.
23V52600027/07/2023POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:PUMPHyundai 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.An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.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.

Investigations all years →

none listed

FARS occupant deaths all years →

crash_yearsoccupant_deathsmatch_typevpic_recovered
2010-202434legacy-code0

FARS counts every occupant death in a fatal crash, whatever the cause — it does not mean the vehicle was at fault or defective. Counts are not adjusted for how many of each vehicle are on the road.

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Wrench.Pro (2026). 2023 Hyundai Elantra vehicle data [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/vehicles/2023/hyundai/elantra
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  note = {Derived from NHTSA public records. CC BY 4.0.}
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