MYRModel Year Report

2022 Hyundai Elantra

▲ Better than typical
2022 Hyundai Elantra
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:59:41.214Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
102
Recalls
5

Campaigns on file for 2022

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Forward collision avoidance

24% of complaints

Complaints per year

1992: 29 complaints 1992 1993: 24 complaints 1994: 78 complaints 1995: 112 complaints 1996: 100 complaints 1997: 115 complaints 1997 1998: 55 complaints 1999: 128 complaints 2000: 197 complaints 2001: 315 complaints 2002: 342 complaints 2002 2003: 234 complaints 2004: 182 complaints 2005: 137 complaints 2006: 155 complaints 2007: 266 complaints 2007 2008: 315 complaints 2009: 253 complaints 2010: 380 complaints 2011: 433 complaints 2012: 652 complaints 2012 2013: 1,312 complaints 2014: 385 complaints 2015: 262 complaints 2016: 293 complaints 2017: 769 complaints 2017 2018: 284 complaints 2019: 251 complaints 2020: 253 complaints 2021: 132 complaints 2022: 102 complaints 2022 102 2023: 100 complaints 2024: 56 complaints 2025: 22 complaints 2026: 3 complaints
1992: 29 complaints 1992 1993: 24 complaints 1994: 78 complaints 1995: 112 complaints 1995 1996: 100 complaints 1997: 115 complaints 1998: 55 complaints 1998 1999: 128 complaints 2000: 197 complaints 2001: 315 complaints 2001 2002: 342 complaints 2003: 234 complaints 2004: 182 complaints 2004 2005: 137 complaints 2006: 155 complaints 2007: 266 complaints 2007 2008: 315 complaints 2009: 253 complaints 2010: 380 complaints 2010 2011: 433 complaints 2012: 652 complaints 2013: 1,312 complaints 2013 2014: 385 complaints 2015: 262 complaints 2016: 293 complaints 2016 2017: 769 complaints 2018: 284 complaints 2019: 251 complaints 2019 2020: 253 complaints 2021: 132 complaints 2022: 102 complaints 2022 102 2023: 100 complaints 2024: 56 complaints 2025: 22 complaints 2025 2026: 3 complaints
1992: 29 complaints 1992 1993: 24 complaints 1994: 78 complaints 1994 1995: 112 complaints 1996: 100 complaints 1996 1997: 115 complaints 1998: 55 complaints 1998 1999: 128 complaints 2000: 197 complaints 2000 2001: 315 complaints 2002: 342 complaints 2002 2003: 234 complaints 2004: 182 complaints 2004 2005: 137 complaints 2006: 155 complaints 2006 2007: 266 complaints 2008: 315 complaints 2008 2009: 253 complaints 2010: 380 complaints 2010 2011: 433 complaints 2012: 652 complaints 2012 2013: 1,312 complaints 2014: 385 complaints 2014 2015: 262 complaints 2016: 293 complaints 2016 2017: 769 complaints 2018: 284 complaints 2018 2019: 251 complaints 2020: 253 complaints 2020 2021: 132 complaints 2022: 102 complaints 2022 102 2023: 100 complaints 2024: 56 complaints 2024 2025: 22 complaints 2026: 3 complaints 2026

2022: 102 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19900
19910
199229
199324
199478
1995112
1996100
1997115
199855
1999128
2000197
2001315
2002342
2003234
2004182
2005137
2006155
2007266
2008315
2009253
2010380
2011433
2012652
20131,312
2014385
2015262
2016293
2017769
2018284
2019251
2020253
2021132
2022102
2023100
202456
202522
20263

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Forward collision avoidance

24% · 24 reports

Most commonly citing warnings and adaptive cruise control.

CRASH
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My vehicle experienced a sudden and complete brake assist failure, including the emergency brake. I was unable to stop the vehicle, which directly resulted in a collision. Prior to the crash, the car showed no warning lights.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-12-09

Also filed under Service brakes

Hyundai's forward collision warning light is on and won't allow me to use cruise control. I've tried cleaning the area, but still won't turn off. It did turn off for about an hour and while on the freeway using cruise control it came back on.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-24

Seat belts

23% · 23 reports

Electrical system

20% · 20 reports

Most commonly citing horn.

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I own a 2022 Hyundai Elantra with only 72,000 miles my check engine light came on for the code p048900 for the Egr valve. It is no longer covered by any warranties but other year models have been recalled due to the same issue.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-03

Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system and power train

Engine

11% · 11 reports
FIRE

Service brakes

7% · 7 reports
CRASHINJURY
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Braking system failed to brake properly. It feels like even though the brakes were pressed all the way down, the car did not brake as it should. Also, the automatic collision avoidance system did not respond.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-02

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    2022-05-19Seat belts22V218000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Elantra and 2020 Accent vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver and passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed on May 31, 2022. A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available.

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    2022-05-19Seat belts22V123000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Elantra and Elantra HEV vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front passenger-side seat belt pretensioner may explode upon deployment.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 19, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 220.

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    2022-08-08Recall queryClosed 2023-05-26 Seat Belt Pretensioners May Rupture
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    2022-08-29Seat belts22V354000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Accent, 2021-2022 Elantra, and 2021-2022 Elantra HEV vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.

    Remedy: Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioner(s) with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 28, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 229.

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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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    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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2022 Hyundai Elantra — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Forward collision avoidance: 24 reports on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 23 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 20 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 22V218000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 22V123000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 22V354000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 22V632000 · Air bags
  • Recall 24V879000 · Back over prevention
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FAQ

Is the 2022 Hyundai Elantra reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2022 Hyundai Elantra is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Hyundai Elantra?
The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Hyundai Elantra have?
5 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.