Hyundai Elantra Lemon Law Claims

Safety recall

Seats: Front Assembly: Recliner

NHTSA 21V302000 · Reported 2021-04-28 · Manufacturer campaign 204

The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Hyundai Motor America.

Reported condition: “The driver and front passenger seat back recliners may have been improperly welded.”

Safety recall

Seat Belts: Pretensioner / Seat Belts: Front

NHTSA 21V796000 · Reported 2021-10-13 · Manufacturer campaign 211/009G

The campaign addresses injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Hyundai Motor America.

Reported condition: “In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.”

Safety recall

Visibility: Windshield

NHTSA 21V00M000 · Reported 2021-12-28 · Manufacturer campaign 216

The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Hyundai Motor America.

Reported condition: “During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash.”

Safety recall

Seat Belts: Front / Seat Belts: Pretensioner

NHTSA 22V218000 · Reported 2022-04-01 · Manufacturer campaign 223

The campaign addresses injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Hyundai Motor America.

Reported condition: “In the event of a crash, the front driver and passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.”

Safety recall

Seat Belts: Front / Seat Belts: Pretensioner

NHTSA 22V354000 · Reported 2022-05-19 · Manufacturer campaign 229

The campaign addresses injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Hyundai Motor America.

Reported condition: “In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.”

Safety recall

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera

NHTSA 24V879000 · Reported 2024-11-21 · Manufacturer campaign 271

The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Hyundai Motor America.

Reported condition: “Due to a damaged printed circuit board, the rearview camera image may fail to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."”

Consumer allegations · 42 distinct reports

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Received: 2021-07-06 through 2026-09-14

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (17), software or module updates (5), inspection or repair procedures (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.

Consumer allegations · 38 distinct reports

Equipment and other reported systems

Received: 2021-02-07 through 2026-06-22

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (15), shifting or acceleration (8), noise or vibration (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 30 distinct reports

Airbags, belts, and seating

Received: 2022-03-08 through 2026-02-20

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (2), inspection or repair procedures (2), warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.

Consumer allegations · 30 distinct reports

Electrical systems and software

Received: 2021-10-12 through 2026-08-12

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (9), shifting or acceleration (3), charging or battery concerns (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.

Consumer allegations · 16 distinct reports

Engine and cooling

Received: 2022-02-20 through 2026-06-25

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (5), shifting or acceleration (4), leaks or water entry (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 8 distinct reports

Brakes and stability control

Received: 2021-09-25 through 2023-12-02

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (3), noise or vibration (2), warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.

Consumer allegations · 7 distinct reports

Transmission and driveline

Received: 2022-10-12 through 2025-05-20

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (4), noise or vibration (2), warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.

Consumer allegations · 5 distinct reports

Steering

Received: 2021-06-03 through 2025-08-28

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.

Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports

Lighting and signals

Received: 2021-09-08 through 2026-03-25

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results.

Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports

Body and closures

Received: 2021-06-09 through 2024-06-02

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1), leaks or water entry (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts.

Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Received: 2022-08-19 through 2023-07-28

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.

Service information · 36 distinct communications

Electrical systems and software

Communication dates: 2020-12-21 through 2026-04-18

The text includes references to software or module updates (19), warnings or diagnostic codes (4), charging or battery concerns (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 13 distinct communications

Equipment and other reported systems

Communication dates: 2020-12-15 through 2025-06-16

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (3), noise or vibration (1), software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 7 distinct communications

Transmission and driveline

Communication dates: 2021-03-05 through 2023-08-23

The text includes references to software or module updates (4), starting or stalling (3), warnings or diagnostic codes (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 7 distinct communications

Engine and cooling

Communication dates: 2021-05-27 through 2025-12-18

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), software or module updates (3), leaks or water entry (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 5 distinct communications

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Communication dates: 2023-01-30 through 2026-02-25

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Communication dates: 2020-11-19 through 2022-07-14

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Brakes and stability control

Communication dates: 2020-11-30 through 2021-03-23

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Lighting and signals

Communication dates: 2021-04-21 through 2025-11-06

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Airbags, belts, and seating

Communication dates: 2026-04-10

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Steering

Communication dates: 2022-06-03

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Body and closures

Communication dates: 2023-04-24

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Fuel and propulsion

Communication dates: 2025-05-30

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Agency record · Closed

Loss of Motive Power

DP22003 · Opened 2022-09-12 · Closed 2023-12-12

The 2021 Elantra is listed in this investigation record. An investigation concerns an agency inquiry; its opening is not a final defect determination, and closure alone is not a finding that every vehicle is safe or repaired.

Agency summary excerpt: “The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received a letter dated July 13, 2022, petitioning the Agency to initiate a safety defect investigation into loss of motive power allegations attributed to oil drain pan assembly failures on certain Hyundai Motor …”

Agency record · Closed

Seat Belt Pretensioners May Rupture

RQ22003 · Opened 2022-08-08 · Closed 2023-05-26

The 2021 Elantra is listed in this investigation record. An investigation concerns an agency inquiry; its opening is not a final defect determination, and closure alone is not a finding that every vehicle is safe or repaired.

Agency summary excerpt: “On August 8, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this Recall Query (RQ) based on 3 incidents alleging front seat belt pretensioners that may rupture during deployment, on model year (MY) 2020-2022 of various Hyundai and Kia Models, …”

NHTSA safety-data entry

4 DR · FWD

Overall: 5 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 5 of 5 stars

These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.

Source cautions: The rear passenger’s thoracic rib deflection was elevated.

NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2021 Hyundai Elantra, 4 DR · FWD

Safety recall

Seat Belts: Front / Seat Belts: Pretensioner

NHTSA 22V218000 · Reported 2022-04-01 · Manufacturer campaign 223

The campaign addresses injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Hyundai Motor America.

Reported condition: “In the event of a crash, the front driver and passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.”

Safety recall

Seat Belts: Front / Seat Belts: Pretensioner

NHTSA 22V354000 · Reported 2022-05-19 · Manufacturer campaign 229

The campaign addresses injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Hyundai Motor America.

Reported condition: “In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.”

Safety recall

Seat Belts: Pretensioner / Seat Belts: Front

NHTSA 22V123000 · Reported 2022-03-03 · Manufacturer campaign 220

The campaign addresses injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Hyundai Motor America.

Reported condition: “In the event of a crash, the front passenger-side seat belt pretensioner may explode upon deployment.”

Safety recall

Air Bags: Frontal

NHTSA 22V632000 · Reported 2022-08-18 · Manufacturer campaign 234

The campaign addresses injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Hyundai Motor America.

Reported condition: “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.”

Safety recall

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera

NHTSA 24V879000 · Reported 2024-11-21 · Manufacturer campaign 271

The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Hyundai Motor America.

Reported condition: “Due to a damaged printed circuit board, the rearview camera image may fail to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."”

Consumer allegations · 25 distinct reports

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Received: 2021-08-28 through 2026-06-23

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (9), inspection or repair procedures (2), software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.

Consumer allegations · 26 distinct reports

Airbags, belts, and seating

Received: 2022-05-23 through 2026-06-19

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.

Consumer allegations · 23 distinct reports

Equipment and other reported systems

Received: 2021-08-28 through 2026-08-19

The text includes references to noise or vibration (4), shifting or acceleration (3), inspection or repair procedures (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 19 distinct reports

Electrical systems and software

Received: 2022-05-30 through 2026-08-18

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (5), shifting or acceleration (3), noise or vibration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.

Consumer allegations · 11 distinct reports

Engine and cooling

Received: 2021-12-03 through 2026-08-18

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (5), inspection or repair procedures (4), shifting or acceleration (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 8 distinct reports

Brakes and stability control

Received: 2022-05-30 through 2026-09-02

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), noise or vibration (2), shifting or acceleration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.

Consumer allegations · 7 distinct reports

Transmission and driveline

Received: 2022-10-06 through 2026-08-05

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (4), starting or stalling (2), warnings or diagnostic codes (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.

Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Received: 2022-02-08 through 2026-02-18

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.

Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports

Body and closures

Received: 2022-02-17 through 2022-03-17

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts.

Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports

Steering

Received: 2022-05-30 through 2025-09-06

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.

Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports

Fuel and propulsion

Received: 2026-01-17 through 2026-08-03

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), shifting or acceleration (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Lighting and signals

Received: 2025-10-31

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results.

Service information · 39 distinct communications

Electrical systems and software

Communication dates: 2022-02-07 through 2026-04-18

The text includes references to software or module updates (23), warnings or diagnostic codes (3), inspection or repair procedures (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 6 distinct communications

Equipment and other reported systems

Communication dates: 2025-03-07 through 2025-06-16

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 5 distinct communications

Engine and cooling

Communication dates: 2021-06-21 through 2025-12-18

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), software or module updates (2), leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 5 distinct communications

Transmission and driveline

Communication dates: 2022-03-03 through 2023-08-28

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), software or module updates (2), inspection or repair procedures (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 5 distinct communications

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Communication dates: 2022-04-07 through 2026-02-25

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), software or module updates (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 4 distinct communications

Body and closures

Communication dates: 2022-06-03 through 2023-04-24

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 3 distinct communications

Brakes and stability control

Communication dates: 2023-05-04 through 2023-06-01

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), inspection or repair procedures (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Communication dates: 2022-05-16 through 2022-07-14

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Airbags, belts, and seating

Communication dates: 2026-04-10

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Steering

Communication dates: 2022-06-03

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Fuel and propulsion

Communication dates: 2025-05-30

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Lighting and signals

Communication dates: 2025-11-06

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Agency record · Closed

Seat Belt Pretensioners May Rupture

RQ22003 · Opened 2022-08-08 · Closed 2023-05-26

The 2022 Elantra is listed in this investigation record. An investigation concerns an agency inquiry; its opening is not a final defect determination, and closure alone is not a finding that every vehicle is safe or repaired.

Agency summary excerpt: “On August 8, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this Recall Query (RQ) based on 3 incidents alleging front seat belt pretensioners that may rupture during deployment, on model year (MY) 2020-2022 of various Hyundai and Kia Models, …”

NHTSA safety-data entry

4 DR · FWD

Overall: 5 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 5 of 5 stars

These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.

Source cautions: The rear passenger’s thoracic rib deflection was elevated.

NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2022 Hyundai Elantra, 4 DR · FWD

Safety recall

Air Bags: Frontal

NHTSA 22V632000 · Reported 2022-08-18 · Manufacturer campaign 234

The campaign addresses injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Hyundai Motor America.

Reported condition: “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.”

Safety recall

Power Train: Automatic Transmission: Fluid/Lubricant: Pump

NHTSA 23V526000 · Reported 2023-07-27 · Manufacturer campaign 246

The campaign addresses fire risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Hyundai Motor America.

Reported condition: “The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.”

Park an affected vehicle outside and away from structures as instructed by the manufacturer. Confirm current precautions and repair arrangements.

Consumer allegations · 31 distinct reports

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Received: 2022-09-30 through 2026-08-10

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (10), charging or battery concerns (2), shifting or acceleration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.

Consumer allegations · 28 distinct reports

Equipment and other reported systems

Received: 2023-08-09 through 2026-09-09

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (8), warnings or diagnostic codes (7), shifting or acceleration (6). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 23 distinct reports

Electrical systems and software

Received: 2023-03-29 through 2026-08-21

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (6), charging or battery concerns (3), shifting or acceleration (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.

Consumer allegations · 19 distinct reports

Engine and cooling

Received: 2023-07-12 through 2026-08-21

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (8), shifting or acceleration (8), inspection or repair procedures (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 9 distinct reports

Brakes and stability control

Received: 2022-09-30 through 2026-08-21

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), noise or vibration (2), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.

Consumer allegations · 9 distinct reports

Transmission and driveline

Received: 2023-08-07 through 2026-05-18

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (6), warnings or diagnostic codes (5), noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.

Consumer allegations · 8 distinct reports

Airbags, belts, and seating

Received: 2023-07-31 through 2025-12-11

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), software or module updates (1), leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.

Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Received: 2023-04-12 through 2024-08-07

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.

Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports

Fuel and propulsion

Received: 2023-09-22 through 2026-04-30

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), shifting or acceleration (2), inspection or repair procedures (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis.

Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports

Body and closures

Received: 2023-11-14 through 2026-08-30

The text includes references to software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts.

Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports

Steering

Received: 2023-11-21 through 2024-07-12

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.

Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports

Lighting and signals

Received: 2023-03-02 through 2024-01-03

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results.

Service information · 17 distinct communications

Electrical systems and software

Communication dates: 2023-02-23 through 2026-05-27

The text includes references to software or module updates (11), warnings or diagnostic codes (3), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 9 distinct communications

Equipment and other reported systems

Communication dates: 2025-03-07 through 2026-01-29

The text includes references to noise or vibration (2), inspection or repair procedures (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 6 distinct communications

Engine and cooling

Communication dates: 2022-07-28 through 2025-12-18

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), software or module updates (3), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 4 distinct communications

Body and closures

Communication dates: 2022-06-03 through 2023-04-24

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 3 distinct communications

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Communication dates: 2022-05-16 through 2024-05-31

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1), leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 3 distinct communications

Transmission and driveline

Communication dates: 2022-07-14 through 2023-08-28

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), software or module updates (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 3 distinct communications

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Communication dates: 2023-01-30 through 2026-02-25

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Airbags, belts, and seating

Communication dates: 2026-04-10

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Fuel and propulsion

Communication dates: 2025-05-30

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Lighting and signals

Communication dates: 2025-11-06

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

NHTSA safety-data entry

4 DR · FWD

Overall: 5 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 5 of 5 stars

These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.

Source cautions: The rear passenger’s thoracic rib deflection was elevated.

NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2023 Hyundai Elantra, 4 DR · FWD

Safety recall

Engine And Engine Cooling: Exhaust System: Emission Control: Gas Recirculation Valve (egr Valve)

NHTSA 24V308000 · Reported 2024-05-01 · Manufacturer campaign 260

The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Hyundai Motor America.

Reported condition: “An electrical short circuit may occur in the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve assembly, which can result in a loss of drive power.”

Consumer allegations · 13 distinct reports

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Received: 2024-06-03 through 2025-12-30

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (7), inspection or repair procedures (3), noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.

Consumer allegations · 22 distinct reports

Equipment and other reported systems

Received: 2024-05-27 through 2026-05-19

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (5), inspection or repair procedures (5), shifting or acceleration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 15 distinct reports

Electrical systems and software

Received: 2024-06-03 through 2026-06-08

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (5), noise or vibration (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.

Consumer allegations · 8 distinct reports

Engine and cooling

Received: 2024-05-03 through 2026-06-02

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (4), warnings or diagnostic codes (3), noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 7 distinct reports

Steering

Received: 2025-03-08 through 2026-06-08

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), noise or vibration (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.

Consumer allegations · 5 distinct reports

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Received: 2024-08-02 through 2026-03-26

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), noise or vibration (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.

Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports

Transmission and driveline

Received: 2024-06-18 through 2026-06-02

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.

Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports

Lighting and signals

Received: 2025-10-22 through 2026-06-08

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results.

Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports

Brakes and stability control

Received: 2025-11-25 through 2026-09-03

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), noise or vibration (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Airbags, belts, and seating

Received: 2025-04-02

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Body and closures

Received: 2025-06-14

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Fuel and propulsion

Received: 2025-07-31

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis.

Service information · 9 distinct communications

Equipment and other reported systems

Communication dates: 2025-03-07 through 2026-01-29

The text includes references to noise or vibration (2), inspection or repair procedures (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 5 distinct communications

Engine and cooling

Communication dates: 2023-10-13 through 2026-03-06

The text includes references to leaks or water entry (2), warnings or diagnostic codes (1), noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 5 distinct communications

Electrical systems and software

Communication dates: 2025-03-18 through 2025-09-30

The text includes references to software or module updates (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Communication dates: 2024-02-14 through 2026-02-25

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Airbags, belts, and seating

Communication dates: 2026-04-10

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Fuel and propulsion

Communication dates: 2025-05-30

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Lighting and signals

Communication dates: 2025-11-06

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

NHTSA safety-data entry

4 DR · FWD

Overall: 5 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 5 of 5 stars

These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.

Source cautions: During the side pole test, the driver side curtain air bag did not fully deploy near the A-pillar

NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2024 Hyundai Elantra, 4 DR · FWD

Consumer allegations · 8 distinct reports

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Received: 2025-06-10 through 2026-09-14

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (4), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.

Consumer allegations · 6 distinct reports

Equipment and other reported systems

Received: 2025-07-07 through 2026-06-29

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), noise or vibration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 5 distinct reports

Airbags, belts, and seating

Received: 2025-12-26 through 2026-09-14

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), shifting or acceleration (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.

Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports

Engine and cooling

Received: 2025-07-09 through 2026-07-11

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), starting or stalling (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports

Brakes and stability control

Received: 2025-07-09 through 2026-02-02

The text includes references to starting or stalling (1), warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Received: 2026-01-24

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Steering

Received: 2026-01-24

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Fuel and propulsion

Received: 2026-03-23

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Electrical systems and software

Received: 2026-07-11

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Transmission and driveline

Received: 2026-07-11

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.

Service information · 8 distinct communications

Equipment and other reported systems

Communication dates: 2025-03-19 through 2026-01-29

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 5 distinct communications

Electrical systems and software

Communication dates: 2025-03-18 through 2025-09-30

The text includes references to software or module updates (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 3 distinct communications

Engine and cooling

Communication dates: 2025-03-22 through 2026-03-06

The text includes references to noise or vibration (2), inspection or repair procedures (2), warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Communication dates: 2026-02-25 through 2026-06-09

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Airbags, belts, and seating

Communication dates: 2026-04-10

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Fuel and propulsion

Communication dates: 2025-05-30

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Lighting and signals

Communication dates: 2025-11-06

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

NHTSA safety-data entry

4 DR · FWD

Overall: 5 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 5 of 5 stars

These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.

Source cautions: During the side pole test, the driver side curtain air bag did not fully deploy near the A-pillar

NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2025 Hyundai Elantra, 4 DR · FWD

Safety recall

Air Bags: Sensor: Side Impact

NHTSA 26V254000 · Reported 2026-04-20 · Manufacturer campaign 299

The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Hyundai Motor America.

Reported condition: “The B-pillar impact sensors may have been misassembled, which can delay air bag deployment.”

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Received: 2026-08-10

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Airbags, belts, and seating

Received: 2026-08-26

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Airbags, belts, and seating

Communication dates: 2026-04-10

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

NHTSA safety-data entry

4DR · FWD

Overall: 5 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 5 of 5 stars

These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.

Source cautions: During the side pole test, the driver side curtain air bag did not fully deploy near the A-pillar

NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2026 Hyundai Elantra, 4DR · FWD