Are brake problems common on the 2014 Hyundai Elantra?

Yes. NHTSA lists 98 brake complaints for the 2014 Elantra, which is 26% of all complaints filed for that model year, the highest brake-complaint share of any Elantra model year in this data.

Is there a brake recall for the 2014 Hyundai Elantra?

Yes. NHTSA lists two brake-related recalls: campaign 23V651000, covering a brake fluid leak issue with a park-outside advisory, and campaign 17V769000, covering a brake pedal stopper pad that can deteriorate.

At what mileage do 2014 Elantra brake problems usually show up?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 50,594.5 miles at the time of the reported brake failure.

Did the 2014 Elantra brake issues cause crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records 15 crashes, 3 fires, and 4 injuries linked to complaints in the brakes category for the 2014 Elantra.

2014 Hyundai Elantra Brakes Problems

Brakes account for 98 complaints on the 2014 Hyundai Elantra, 26% of all complaints filed for the year, the highest share of any Elantra model year. NHTSA lists two related brake recalls, and the median mileage at failure was 50,594.5 miles.

Brakes complaints: 98; 26% of 382
Crashes reported: 15
Fires reported: 3
Injuries reported: 4
Median mileage: 50,595 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners describe the brake pedal going hard and unresponsive, sometimes right after pressing it to slow down behind traffic.
Several drivers report the ESC/traction control light and ABS light coming on together at highway speed while brake power drops and the engine loses power briefly.
Some owners report sudden brake failure while parking at low speed, leading to minor collisions with other vehicles.
A few complaints describe brakes failing or locking up in stop-and-go traffic or after about 30 minutes of driving, sometimes paired with the traction control light.
One report describes the brakes going hard along with the steering becoming inoperable at 40 mph, followed by a fire.

When 2014 Hyundai Elantra brake complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 8, 2014, latest Jul 27, 2026.

98 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2014 Q2 to 2026 Q3; peak 2024 Q1 (23).

Brakes recalls for the 2014 Hyundai Elantra

NHTSA 23V651000Sep 22, 2023Brakes1,649,478 vehiclesPark Outside
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
NHTSA 17V769000Nov 30, 2017Brakes390,467 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Elantra sedan, coupe and GT vehicles. The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released. This will allow the brake lights to remain illuminated continuously. It can also allow the shift lever to be moved without depressing the brake pedal, or activate the engine management brake pedal override feature.
Risk: If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted, then the transmission can be shifted out of PARK without depressing the brake pedal. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 8, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 170. This campaign expands recall 16V574.

Brakes complaints by Elantra model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201051 (13%)
201175 (17%)
2012131 (20%)
2013315 (24%)
201498 (26%)
201555 (21%)
201619 (7%)
201753 (7%)
201815 (5%)
20196 (2%)
202015 (6%)
20218 (6%)
20228 (8%)
20239 (9%)
20243 (6%)
20252 (9%)

Frequently asked questions

Are brake problems common on the 2014 Hyundai Elantra?: Yes. NHTSA lists 98 brake complaints for the 2014 Elantra, which is 26% of all complaints filed for that model year, the highest brake-complaint share of any Elantra model year in this data.
Is there a brake recall for the 2014 Hyundai Elantra?: Yes. NHTSA lists two brake-related recalls: campaign 23V651000, covering a brake fluid leak issue with a park-outside advisory, and campaign 17V769000, covering a brake pedal stopper pad that can deteriorate.
At what mileage do 2014 Elantra brake problems usually show up?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 50,594.5 miles at the time of the reported brake failure.
Did the 2014 Elantra brake issues cause crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records 15 crashes, 3 fires, and 4 injuries linked to complaints in the brakes category for the 2014 Elantra.