Hyundai Elantra Power Train Problems
Owners have filed 649 complaints with NHTSA about power train problems on the Hyundai Elantra across 31 model years. The 2017 model year has the most (62).
- 649power train complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 25mention a crash
- 9mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- $2,050typical repair cost reported by owners
- 28%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical power train repair on the Hyundai Elantra at $2,050, and half of them between $1,500 and $5,000.
Based on 11 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2005–2026), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do power train problems happen?
Based on 333 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 649 complaints, 25 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 9 an injury.
Hyundai Elantra power train complaints by model year
| Model year | Power Train complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Elantra | 1 | 5% | — |
| 2024 Elantra | 3 | 6% | 43,000 |
| 2023 Elantra | 9 | 9% | 17,800 |
| 2022 Elantra | 7 | 7% | 15,000 |
| 2021 Elantra | 7 | 5% | — |
| 2020 Elantra | 47 | 19% | 5,000 |
| 2019 Elantra | 11 | 4% | 63,000 |
| 2018 Elantra | 24 | 8% | 39,625 |
| 2017 Elantra | 62 | 8% | 32,000 |
| 2016 Elantra | 31 | 11% | 78,800 |
| 2015 Elantra | 18 | 7% | 67,003 |
| 2014 Elantra | 22 | 6% | 55,000 |
| 2013 Elantra | 57 | 4% | 60,300 |
| 2012 Elantra | 40 | 6% | 30,000 |
| 2011 Elantra | 21 | 5% | 58,000 |
| 2010 Elantra | 32 | 8% | 46,254 |
| 2009 Elantra | 8 | 3% | 78,500 |
| 2008 Elantra | 29 | 9% | 36,454 |
| 2007 Elantra | 10 | 4% | 76,375 |
| 2006 Elantra | 8 | 5% | 39,775 |
| 2005 Elantra | 7 | 5% | 49,909 |
| 2004 Elantra | 7 | 4% | 33,066 |
| 2003 Elantra | 9 | 4% | 97,000 |
| 2002 Elantra | 17 | 5% | 68,977 |
| 2001 Elantra | 16 | 5% | 27,000 |
| 2000 Elantra | 22 | 11% | 20,064 |
| 1999 Elantra | 41 | 32% | 84,000 |
| 1998 Elantra | 13 | 24% | 72,500 |
| 1997 Elantra | 31 | 27% | 67,000 |
| 1996 Elantra | 20 | 20% | 81,000 |
| 1995 Elantra | 19 | 17% | 103,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Power train:automatic transmission:fluid/lubricant:pumpPark outside
Model years: 2023
Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Palisade Tucson, 2023 Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.
Risk: An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting September 7, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 246.
Power train:automatic transmission
Model years: 1999
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The automatic transmission pressure control solenoid valve seals do not remain sufficiently elastic, resulting in transmission fluid leakage. This leakage can result in reduced pressure application to the clutches, brake, and kickdown servo, allowing them to slip.
Risk: Such slippage can cause premature deterioration of the friction element surfaces and could cause the vehicle not to accelerate, or not accelerate as expected, when the driver presses the accelerator pedal.
Fix: Dealers will replace the pressure control solenoid valve.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
I am reporting a failure I personally witnessed while servicing a 2014 Hyundai Elantra; I am not the vehicle owner. On September 24, 2026, at approximately 11 PM and approximately 124,160 miles, both stop/retaining tabs on the automatic transmission oil-level check plug broke during rotation while…
Transmission TCM/IVT had a service campaign recall #963 for TCM relearn / IVT replacement for premature transmission failure. Hyundai USA and dealership Big Star Hyundai of Friendswood, TX have made claims of the repair being done. Service records indicate there was no replacement, relearn or…
My 2020 Hyundai Elantra SEL experienced a total transmission/IVT failure at 81,185 miles. I paid $4,804.14 out of pocket to have the vehicle repaired at a certified Hyundai dealership, Dick Smith Hyundai Genesis of Greenville, now known as Hyundai of Greenville. The transmission was replaced with a…
Failed engine due to class action recall
Transmission slippage, near failure, unable to accelerate safely past 20mph. Need to floor the gas peddle which causes me to go over the desired speed.
Frequently asked questions
Do all Hyundai Elantras have power train problems?
No. NHTSA has 649 owner complaints about power train 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 power train?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list power train. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix power train problems on the Hyundai Elantra?
Owners report a typical cost of $2,050 (half paid between $1,500 and $5,000), from 11 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
Other Hyundai Elantra problems
- Engine problems (1,651)
- Air Bags problems (1,303)
- Steering problems (1,142)
- Electrical System problems (1,034)
- Suspension problems (592)
- Service Brakes problems (585)
- Structure problems (486)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (441)
See all Hyundai Elantra problems.