2023 Hyundai Elantra

▲ Better than typical
2023 Hyundai Elantra
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:57:25.179Z

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.

Complaints
100
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2023

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Forward collision avoidance

26% 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 2023: 100 complaints 2023 100 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 2023: 100 complaints 2023 100 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 2023: 100 complaints 2023 100 2024: 56 complaints 2025: 22 complaints 2026: 3 complaints 2026

2023: 100 complaints

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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

26% · 26 reports

Most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.

Show complaint excerpts

While driving on [XXX] north near exit [XXX] in rain, at 70 mph Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keeping Assistance were on. The vehicle displayed a warning that the smart systems were disabled.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-10

1. False Emergency braking when car from back side passing. Today I was driving in the left lane (lane 1) at ~43MPH. There was no vehicle in front of me and I saw a vehicle applying emergency brakes with a message pop up.

NHTSA ODI report, 2022-09-30

Also filed under Service brakes

Electrical system

25% · 25 reports

Most commonly citing horn and ignition.

Show complaint excerpts

The horn is intermittenly failing and was verified by a Weimer Hyundai in Morgantown, WV on XXX. This is a known defect in 2023 Hyundai Elantras and they have issued an extended warranty to address the problem.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-27

Engine

20% · 20 reports
Show complaint excerpts

Vehicle is still in my possession and available for inspection upon request.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-10

Also filed under Suspension

Power train

9% · 9 reports
CRASHINJURY

Lane departure

9% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing blind spot detection and assist.

CRASHINJURY

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    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.

  2. R
    2023-09-07Power train23V526000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Palisade Tucson, 2023 Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles.

    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.

Buy-smart checklist

2023 Hyundai Elantra — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Forward collision avoidance: 26 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 25 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 20 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 22V632000 · Air bags
  • Recall 23V526000 · Power train

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FAQ

Is the 2023 Hyundai Elantra reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Hyundai Elantra is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Hyundai Elantra?
The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Hyundai Elantra have?
2 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.