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2023 Hyundai Elantra
Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data
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Our database contains 104 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2023 Hyundai Elantra, most frequently naming the driver assistance, electrical and engine categories. 2 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 53 manufacturer communications are on file.
Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.
Complaint activity over time
When owners filed reports about this model year
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| Month | Complaints filed | Cumulative |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2022 | 1 | 1 |
| Jan 2023 | 1 | 2 |
| Mar 2023 | 3 | 5 |
| Apr 2023 | 4 | 9 |
| May 2023 | 1 | 10 |
| Jun 2023 | 2 | 12 |
| Jul 2023 | 5 | 17 |
| Aug 2023 | 2 | 19 |
| Sep 2023 | 1 | 20 |
| Oct 2023 | 1 | 21 |
| Nov 2023 | 4 | 25 |
| Dec 2023 | 4 | 29 |
| Jan 2024 | 5 | 34 |
| Feb 2024 | 4 | 38 |
| Mar 2024 | 1 | 39 |
| Apr 2024 | 2 | 41 |
| May 2024 | 3 | 44 |
| Jun 2024 | 1 | 45 |
| Jul 2024 | 2 | 47 |
| Aug 2024 | 2 | 49 |
| Sep 2024 | 4 | 53 |
| Oct 2024 | 1 | 54 |
| Dec 2024 | 4 | 58 |
| Jan 2025 | 2 | 60 |
| Feb 2025 | 1 | 61 |
| Mar 2025 | 1 | 62 |
| Jun 2025 | 2 | 64 |
| Jul 2025 | 1 | 65 |
| Aug 2025 | 1 | 66 |
| Sep 2025 | 3 | 69 |
| Oct 2025 | 1 | 70 |
| Nov 2025 | 5 | 75 |
| Dec 2025 | 4 | 79 |
| Jan 2026 | 2 | 81 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 | 82 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | 83 |
| Apr 2026 | 4 | 87 |
| May 2026 | 3 | 90 |
| Jul 2026 | 1 | 91 |
| Aug 2026 | 6 | 97 |
| Sep 2026 | 1 | 98 |
| Oct 2026 | 3 | 101 |
| Nov 2026 | 3 | 104 |
What owners report
Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded
- Driver assistance3022.9%
- Electrical2720.6%
- Engine2116.0%
- Powertrain (other)96.9%
- Brakes96.9%
- Visibility86.1%
- Airbags64.6%
- Fuel system43.1%
Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.
Safety recalls
2 campaigns cover this model year
Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.
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Recent owner complaints
Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words
My rear back up camera started to not work here and there. Sometimes it would work find then later that day it would not work at all. I would not drive the car for a few days and and the camera would work fine for a day or so then not work once or twice during that trip. Now my back up camera will not turn on at all, It just shows a black or sometimes blue screen. This started about 5 month ago.
- NHTSA ID
- 11776550
- Incident
- Nov 6, 2026
Even before 40K miles, there has been sound from the suspension and engine mount at front wheels . Multiple visits to the dealer couldn’t resolve the problem and it poses a threat in road. Also there were multiple failures in the car before 40K miles such as oil temperature controller unit that led to overheating of engine and smell from engine, engine mount failure, sound from the front wheels and multiple visits to dealer . There Amy be hidden problems too that led me not to drive longer with this vehicle which kills the purpose of buying it .
- NHTSA ID
- 11776293
- Incident
- Mar 20, 2024
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving, the brakes and lane assist feature were independently activated, causing the vehicle to come to an abrupt stop. The contact stated that the message "Consider Taking a Break" was displayed after several minutes of driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions; however, the dealer failed to diagnose or duplicate the failure. Additionally, the rear-view camera was blank while in reverse(R). The instrument panel and other features were blank before returning to normal operation. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact back to the dealer. The contact was provided a case number. The failure mileage was approximately 2,000.
- NHTSA ID
- 11776043
- Incident
- Mar 25, 2025
- Mileage
- 2,000 mi
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 the dealership and because I am out of warranty they say they will charge as there is no recall for 2023.
- NHTSA ID
- 11772755
- Incident
- Sep 1, 2026
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't list on the recall list. I'm the first Original owner of the vehicle only at 80,000 miles
- NHTSA ID
- 11771878
- Incident
- Sep 16, 2026
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 failed and recently felt like it was going to stall while accelerating. The wheel bearing/suspension noise was confirmed by an independent repair shop (Firestone) using a listening device at highway speed; however, the dealership's own inspection gave a conflicting finding of no issue. The transmission issues have been reproduced by the dealership in the sense that two replacements were performed; however, the most recent stalling sensation has not yet been independently confirmed. The vehicle has not been inspected by police or insurance. Warning lamps/symptoms included a horn malfunction (tied to Hyundai TSB 25-BE-005H-2) and headlight issues that coincided with transmission slipping on more than one occasion. These symptoms first appeared at approximately 10,000 miles with a wheel alignment flag, and have recurred and worsened over time, including three wheel alignments, two sets of front tires, and two rotor replacements.
- NHTSA ID
- 11770279
- Incident
- Sep 21, 2026
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.
- NHTSA ID
- 11763085
- Incident
- Sep 8, 2026
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
- NHTSA ID
- 11760761
- Incident
- May 7, 2026
Manufacturer communications
A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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 Improvements and Additional Improvements tables in this TSB for a list of specific changes. The software can be downloaded via Navigation Updater (NAU) and updated by USB.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
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 result of external damage to the PDW sensor membrane or sensor cover from rock chips or road debris, a collision, or previous vehicle repairs or modifications.
ENGINE
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 operation, depending on driving conditions and mileage, and this procedure should only be performed when deemed necessary based on inspection and diagnosis of the vehicle as outlined in TSB 26-EM-015H, Engine Oil Consumption – Inspection & Repair Guidelines, or the latest revision.
ENGINE
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 operation. Oil consumption rates may vary based on mileage, operating conditions, driving habits, and maintenance history. Hyundai recommends following the prescribed maintenance schedule and periodically checking the engine oil level using the dipstick to maintain proper engine oil level.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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 Improvements and Additional Improvements tables in this TSB for a list of specific changes. The software can be downloaded via Navigation Updater (NAU) and updated by USB.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE
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.
Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.
Compare model years
Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations | Issue Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 3 | 0 | — |
| 2025 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 53.9 |
| 2024 | 57 | 1 | 0 | 50.8 |
| 2023Viewing | 104 | 2 | 0 | 54.9 |
| 2022 | 102 | 5 | 1 | 61.1 |
| 2021 | 132 | 6 | 2 | 62.2 |
| 2020 | 255 | 3 | 0 | 60.4 |
| 2019 | 253 | 1 | 0 | 49.1 |
| 2018 | 284 | 0 | 0 | 44.0 |
| 2017 | 771 | 4 | 1 | 58.0 |
| 2016 | 293 | 2 | 1 | 60.7 |
| 2015 | 262 | 3 | 2 | 63.2 |
| 2014 | 386 | 2 | 2 | 61.6 |
| 2013 | 1,317 | 4 | 4 | 62.5 |
| 2012 | 654 | 4 | 4 | 62.6 |
| 2011 | 433 | 5 | 3 | 58.2 |
| 2010 | 380 | 3 | 1 | 61.5 |
| 2009 | 255 | 4 | 1 | 66.1 |
| 2008 | 315 | 7 | 2 | 65.0 |
| 2007 | 267 | 6 | 3 | 63.7 |
| 2006 | 155 | 1 | 0 | 46.1 |
| 2005 | 137 | 4 | 0 | 58.6 |
| 2004 | 182 | 5 | 1 | 60.6 |
| 2003 | 234 | 5 | 2 | 62.5 |
| 2002 | 342 | 6 | 3 | 64.6 |
| 2001 | 315 | 6 | 3 | 67.3 |
| 2000 | 197 | 1 | 0 | 47.4 |
| 1999 | 128 | 2 | 0 | 52.8 |
| 1998 | 55 | 0 | 0 | 40.9 |
| 1997 | 115 | 3 | 1 | 58.7 |
| 1996 | 100 | 3 | 2 | 59.3 |
| 1995 | 112 | 1 | 2 | 56.6 |
| 1994 | 76 | 2 | 2 | 64.1 |
| 1993 | 24 | 0 | 2 | 44.0 |
| 1992 | 29 | 0 | 2 | 46.4 |
| 1991 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 1990 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.