2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2025
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2025: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 30 |
| 2022 | 40 |
| 2023 | 55 |
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2025 | 5 |
| 2026 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
2 of 5 total reports mention: power train.
Fuel/propulsion system
2 of 5 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
Forward collision avoidance
1 of 5 total reports mentions: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing warnings.
Engine
1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine.
Show complaint excerpts
HYBRID SYSTEM FAILURE ----- 2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid (blue trim) The instrument panel showed Hybrid System Failure, and the ENGINE DIED on the freeway at 70 mph. Luckily, I was able to pull to the right shoulder on a busy freeway.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-02-12
Electrical system
1 of 5 total reports mentions: electrical system.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2026-07-03Electrical system26V308000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Elantra Hybrid vehicles. The hybrid power control unit (HPCU) assembly may overheat.
Remedy: Dealers will update the HPCU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 301.
Buy-smart checklist
2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Forward collision avoidance: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 26V308000 · Electrical system
FAQ
- Is the 2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.