2024 Hyundai Elantra
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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 0 |
| 1991 | 0 |
| 1992 | 29 |
| 1993 | 24 |
| 1994 | 78 |
| 1995 | 112 |
| 1996 | 100 |
| 1997 | 115 |
| 1998 | 55 |
| 1999 | 128 |
| 2000 | 197 |
| 2001 | 315 |
| 2002 | 342 |
| 2003 | 234 |
| 2004 | 182 |
| 2005 | 137 |
| 2006 | 155 |
| 2007 | 266 |
| 2008 | 314 |
| 2009 | 252 |
| 2010 | 379 |
| 2011 | 432 |
| 2012 | 651 |
| 2013 | 1312 |
| 2014 | 382 |
| 2015 | 261 |
| 2016 | 292 |
| 2017 | 766 |
| 2018 | 281 |
| 2019 | 249 |
| 2020 | 250 |
| 2021 | 130 |
| 2022 | 100 |
| 2023 | 97 |
| 2024 | 53 |
| 2025 | 22 |
| 2026 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
28% of complaints: electrical system — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing horn.
CRASH25% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 13 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
--Steering was affected and brakes. The vehicle is damaged and may be available for inspection. --Safety was put at risk as the car did not engage in emergency brakes and veered left into another vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240719
Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER
17% of complaints: lane departure — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing warning and assist.
15% of complaints: engine — 8 distinct reports on file.
13% of complaints: steering — 7 distinct reports on file.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Elantra, Venue, and Kona vehicles. An electrical short circuit may occur in the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve assembly, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the exhaust gas recirculation valve assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 28, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 260.
Campaign 24V308000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2024 Hyundai Elantra — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for lane departure issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 24V308000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2024 Hyundai Elantra reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2024 Hyundai Elantra is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Hyundai Elantra?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 Hyundai Elantra have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.