Hyundai Elantra Fuel/propulsion System Problems
Owners have filed 205 complaints with NHTSA about fuel/propulsion system problems on the Hyundai Elantra across 25 model years. The 2013 model year has the most (27). The words owners use most often: “shuts off” (6% of reports).
- 205fuel/propulsion system complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 12mention a crash
- 3mention an injury
- 0related recalls
- 26%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Shuts off: mentioned in 12 of 205 complaints (6%)
At what mileage do fuel/propulsion system problems happen?
Based on 96 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 205 complaints, 12 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 3 an injury.
Hyundai Elantra fuel/propulsion system complaints by model year
| Model year | Fuel/propulsion System complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Elantra | 1 | 2% | — |
| 2023 Elantra | 4 | 4% | — |
| 2022 Elantra | 2 | 2% | — |
| 2020 Elantra | 9 | 4% | 2,881 |
| 2019 Elantra | 3 | 1% | 27,999 |
| 2018 Elantra | 19 | 7% | 8,200 |
| 2017 Elantra | 27 | 4% | 54,000 |
| 2016 Elantra | 19 | 6% | 33,600 |
| 2015 Elantra | 10 | 4% | 70,000 |
| 2014 Elantra | 22 | 6% | 69,000 |
| 2013 Elantra | 27 | 2% | 52,000 |
| 2012 Elantra | 15 | 2% | 67,000 |
| 2011 Elantra | 6 | 1% | 86,378 |
| 2010 Elantra | 3 | 1% | 45,000 |
| 2009 Elantra | 1 | 0% | 94,000 |
| 2008 Elantra | 6 | 2% | 120,000 |
| 2007 Elantra | 2 | 1% | 56,275 |
| 2006 Elantra | 1 | 1% | 114,000 |
| 2005 Elantra | 1 | 1% | 136,000 |
| 2004 Elantra | 3 | 2% | 91,000 |
| 2003 Elantra | 8 | 3% | 91,785 |
| 2002 Elantra | 8 | 2% | 100,000 |
| 2001 Elantra | 6 | 2% | 138,000 |
| 2000 Elantra | 1 | 1% | — |
| 1997 Elantra | 1 | 1% | 120,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (0)
No safety recall lists fuel/propulsion system for the Hyundai Elantra. A pattern of complaints does not always lead to a recall.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Vehicle stalls while driving which is very dangerous. All dashboard lights go on prior to stalling. No engine light is on. Knocking sound coming from engine. Dealer states engine needs to be replaced. Car has been serviced regularly despite that Hyundai denies engine replacement. The knocking sound…
I own a 2022 Hyundai Elantra with only 72,000 miles my check engine light came on for the code p048900 for the Egr valve. It is no longer covered by any warranties but other year models have been recalled due to the same issue.
The tracking number assigned by NHTSA for this issue is 11733456 I am writing to update and escalate my previously filed safety complaint regarding my vehicle. I recently received my car back from the dealership after they informed me that all issues had been repaired and that the vehicle was safe…
A significant engine failure occurred while driving, presenting as loud knocking from the engine. The issue developed without prior warning lights or messages. The vehicle was inspected by a dealership and the problem was confirmed as internal engine failure (piston slap/engine knock). The…
Within a matter of a few days my car has been stopping by itself. The car was smoking and stopping in the middle of the highway, my dealership is proving me with a new engine but is trying to have me come out of pocket for an fuel injector, please help !
Frequently asked questions
Do all Hyundai Elantras have fuel/propulsion system problems?
No. NHTSA has 205 owner complaints about fuel/propulsion system for the Hyundai Elantra. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Hyundai Elantra fuel/propulsion system?
No recall currently lists fuel/propulsion system for this vehicle.
What do owners say about fuel/propulsion system problems on the Hyundai Elantra?
The most frequent phrase is “shuts off”, in 12 of 205 complaints.
Other Hyundai Elantra problems
- Engine problems (1,651)
- Air Bags problems (1,303)
- Steering problems (1,142)
- Electrical System problems (1,034)
- Power Train problems (649)
- Suspension problems (592)
- Service Brakes problems (585)
- Structure problems (486)
See all Hyundai Elantra problems.