2023 Hyundai Elantra
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Driver Assistance & Speed Control
Driver Assistance & Speed Control leads by volume: 51 of 166 complaints (31%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (6) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 155 in 2022 to 166 in 2023.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | vs. 2023 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 1,150–2,250 | 1,150–3,350 | 1,150–3,350 | 1,150–3,350 | 1,150–3,350 | |
| Combined MPG | 28–54 | 23–54 | 23–54 | 23–54 | 23–54 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 25–53 / 34–56 | 20–53 / 30–56 | 20–53 / 30–56 | 20–51 / 27–58 | 20–51 / 27–58 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 165–318 | 165–388 | 165–388 | 165–392 | 165–392 | |
| Complaints filed | 158 | 155 | 166 | 59 | 33 | |
| Recalls issued | 7 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 8 | 9 | 16 | 5 | 3 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 3 | 12 | 9 | 2 | 6 | |
| Deaths reported | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 6 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Hyundai Elantra have?
4 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Hyundai Elantra?
Driver Assistance & Speed Control: 51 of 166 NHTSA complaints (31%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Hyundai Elantra get?
EPA rates it 23–54 MPG combined across 7 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2023 Hyundai Elantra?
EPA estimates $1,150–$3,350 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (7)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (AV-S1) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 30 mpg | 40 mpg | 34 mpg | $1,850 | 263 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AV-S1) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 33 mpg | 42 mpg | 37 mpg | $1,700 | 245 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 28 mpg | 36 mpg | 31 mpg | $2,000 | 288 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (AM-S6) | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 49 mpg | 52 mpg | 50 mpg | $1,250 | 177 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (AM-S6) | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 53 mpg (high) | 56 mpg (high) | 54 mpg (high) | $1,150 (low) | 165 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (AM-S8) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 20 mpg (low) | 30 mpg (low) | 23 mpg (low) | $3,350 (high) | 388 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 7 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 22 mpg | 31 mpg | 25 mpg | $3,100 | 358 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 28 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 21 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 42 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Brakes | 16 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 11 | 7 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 51 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 37 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (4)
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE · Campaign 24V528000 · Jul 12, 2024
Defect: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Veloster N, 2019-2023 Genesis G70, 2022-2023 Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Consequence: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update engine control module software. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 9, 2024. Some interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 262 and 023G.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL · Campaign 23V589000 · Aug 21, 2023
Defect: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Elantra HEV vehicles. A software error in the motor control unit may cause unintended vehicle acceleration after the brake pedal is released.
Consequence: Unintended vehicle acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the motor control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 29, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 248.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:PUMP · Campaign 23V526000 · Jul 28, 2023
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.
Consequence: An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Remedy: 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 · Campaign 22V632000 · Aug 19, 2022
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.
Consequence: A detached air bag cover emblem may strike a vehicle occupant, which can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.