2022 Hyundai Elantra N
Only 17 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 17 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 17
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2022
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2022: 17 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 7 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 17 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
8 of 17 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing horn.
Show complaint excerpts
Horn stopped working around 10,500 miles. Common issue, reported in many car forums.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-08
Power train
4 of 17 total reports mention: power train.
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Complete and sudden clutch failure and unable to shift into any gear. No clutch slippage or change in engage point/clutch burning smell. Was traveling at relatively low speed (35mph).
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-11
over the course of a year I get a "Transmission system error! Check Transmission oil Immediately" message. happened on April 15 2025, again June 20 2025 but car went into limp mode and did not go into 2nd and 4th gear.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-13
8 speed DCT shudders and is sluggish to engage when starting from a stop.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-10-15
Engine
3 of 17 total reports mention: engine.
Steering
2 of 17 total reports mention: steering.
Seat belts
2 of 17 total reports mention: seat belts.
Show complaint excerpts
There is a recall on this vehicle, but Hyundai is prioritizing new, unsold cars over cars that are currently in use.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-10-07
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Elantra N. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V354000 (Seat Belts) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-09-13
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2022-10-14Air bags22V632000 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.
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.
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2023-01-10Power train22V746000 Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023.
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2024-09-09Fuel system, gasoline24V528000 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.
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.
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2025-01-14Back over prevention24V879000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Santa Fe HEV, Elantra, Elantra HEV and 2022 Elantra N and Santa Fe PHEV vehicles. Due to a damaged printed circuit board, the rearview camera image may fail to display.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 271.
Buy-smart checklist
2022 Hyundai Elantra N — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 22V632000 · Air bags
- Recall 22V746000 · Power train
- Recall 24V528000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 24V879000 · Back over prevention
FAQ
- Is the 2022 Hyundai Elantra N 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 2022 Hyundai Elantra N?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2022 Hyundai Elantra N have?
- 4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.