Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Problems by Year
Hyundai Elantra Hybrid years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Elantra Hybrid year: 2022, 2023. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2023 Elantra Hybrid: 55 complaints, 1 recall
- 2022 Elantra Hybrid: 40 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2021 Elantra Hybrid: 29 complaints, 4 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Hyundai Elantra Hybrid problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 45 | 5 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 28 | 4 | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 23 | 4 | 2 |
| Engine | 22 | 5 | 0 |
| Power Train | 20 | 4 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 14 | 3 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Hyundai Elantra Hybrid model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Elantra Hybrid | 0 | 1 | 5★ | — | |
| 2025 Elantra Hybrid | 5 | 1 | 5★ | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2024 Elantra Hybrid | 6 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2023 Elantra Hybrid | 55 | 1 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2022 Elantra Hybrid | 40 | 4 | 5★ | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2021 Elantra Hybrid | 29 | 4 | 5★ | Electrical System | More complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Hyundai Elantra Hybrid years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2022 (40), 2023 (55) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Elantra Hybrid year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Hyundai Elantra Hybrid?
Electrical System, with 45 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Hyundai Elantra Hybrid have?
6 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.