2024 Hyundai Elantra Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 22, 2026 · 54 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Elantra years
Far fewer complaints than other years 30th of 32 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
5 out of 5 stars

Owners have filed 54 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Hyundai Elantra. That ranks 30th out of 32 Elantra model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is unknown or other (17 complaints, 31%). Complaints mention 5 crashes, 2 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2024 Hyundai Elantra problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Unknown or Other17
Electrical System15 · ~28,800 mi
Engine8 · ~43,000 mi
Forward Collision Avoidance8
Steering7 · ~21,000 mi
Vehicle Speed Control6 · ~10,000 mi
Lane Departure5
Exterior Lighting3 · ~21,000 mi
Power Train3 · ~43,000 mi
Service Brakes2
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Unknown or Other1731%———
Electrical System1528%28,800——
Engine815%43,000——
Forward Collision Avoidance815%———
Steering713%21,000——
Vehicle Speed Control611%10,000——
Lane Departure59%———
Exterior Lighting36%21,000——
Power Train36%43,000——
Service Brakes24%———
Structure24%———
Suspension24%1,100——
Visibility24%5,500——
Wheels24%———
Air Bags12%5,308——
Fuel/propulsion System12%———
Service Brakes, Hydraulic12%42,000——
Tires12%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2025, with 33 complaints
2024: 122024122025: 332025332026: 920269

n = 54 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2024 Hyundai Elantra recalls (1)

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Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)May 1, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V308000 · 13,511 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Car is separating from the hood and vehicle body and also separation in trunk and body. There’s a gap forming and it’s about 1” on one side and 1/4” on the other.

Structure · received Sep 22, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11766236

The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, excessive force was needed to bring the vehicle to a stop. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed, and the contact was…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Sep 3, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11762012

The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the tachometer, the odometer, and the power steering became inoperable, nearly causing the contact to drive off the road. Additionally, the turn signal lights were not functioning. All the warning lights were…

Electrical System · received Jun 8, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11742737

The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving, check engine light illuminated, with a loss of power when accelerating. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with power train failure and received diagnostic code P040100. The vehicle was repaired…

Engine · received Jun 2, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11741490

While driving on the freeway heard a loud boom and realized that the moonroof on the car had shattered.

Unknown or Other · received May 19, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11738761

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Hyundai Elantra?

Owners most often report unknown or other, electrical system, engine problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 17 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2024 Hyundai Elantra?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2024 Hyundai Elantra a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Elantra model years, the 2024 has far fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.