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2014 Hyundai Elantra Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 23 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2014 Hyundai Elantra, 6% of its 382 total complaints for the year. The median mileage at failure was 14,000, and one crash and no fires or injuries were reported. No related recalls exist for this component.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints
23
6% of 382
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
14,000 mi
Related recalls
0

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

  • Owners describe the rear end fishtailing or hopping when hitting potholes, railroad tracks, or uneven pavement at highway speeds.
  • Several drivers report the suspension bouncing severely over bumps at speeds over 15 mph, with little improvement after dealers replaced rear shocks.
  • Multiple owners say the car pulls or sways toward the rear at highway speeds, sometimes drifting into other lanes.
  • Tire and sidewall damage from small potholes is reported, including a sidewall fracture and an interior tire belt separation after striking a pothole at 75 mph.
  • One owner reported a left front wheel bearing failing at 41,000 miles with no history of rough roads or accidents.
  • One owner noted the vehicle does not include a spare tire, only an air compressor and sealant kit.

When 2014 Hyundai Elantra suspension complaints were filed

First complaint May 1, 2014, latest Jan 9, 2026.

2014 Hyundai Elantra suspension, wheels & tires complaints: complaints filed per month3May 2014Oct 2014Feb 2015Oct 2015Apr 2016Sep 2017Mar 2020Oct 2020
23 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2014 to Jan 2026; peak Aug 2014 (3).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2014 Hyundai Elantra

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Elantra model year

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

  1. 201016 (4%)
  2. 201188 (20%)
  3. 201270 (11%)
  4. 2013191 (15%)
  5. 201423 (6%)
  6. 201517 (6%)
  7. 201622 (8%)
  8. 201729 (4%)
  9. 201816 (6%)
  10. 20197 (3%)
  11. 202010 (4%)
  12. 20212 (2%)
  13. 20224 (4%)
  14. 20234 (4%)
  15. 20245 (9%)
  16. 20251 (5%)

Frequently asked questions

How many suspension, wheels & tire complaints does the 2014 Hyundai Elantra have?
NHTSA lists 23 complaints in this category for the 2014 Elantra, which is 6% of the 382 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2014 Elantra's suspension or wheels?
No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to this component for the 2014 Elantra.
At what mileage do suspension problems typically show up?
The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this component is 14,000 miles.
Did these suspension issues cause any crashes or injuries?
NHTSA data shows one crash linked to this component for the 2014 Elantra, with no fires and no injuries reported.
How does 2014 compare to other Elantra years for suspension complaints?
The 2014 Elantra's 23 complaints and 6% share are lower than 2011 (88 complaints, 20%) and 2013 (191 complaints, 15%), suggesting this year had fewer reports in this category than several other Elantra model years.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.