2019 Hyundai Elantra Engine Problems
Engine complaints make up 136 of 250 total complaints (54%) for the 2019 Hyundai Elantra, the highest share among model years shown. A related recall (21V301000) covers piston oil ring defects, with a median failure mileage of 89,000 miles.
- Engine complaints
- 136
- 54% of 250
- Crashes reported
- 3
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Median mileage
- 89,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Engine develops a knocking or ticking noise from the engine compartment, sometimes leading to a dealer diagnosis that the engine needs replacement.
- Vehicle stalls or shuts off unexpectedly while driving, at times with no warning lights illuminated beforehand.
- Owners report the vehicle hesitates or fails to accelerate when the gas pedal is pressed, sometimes accompanied by the check engine light.
- Multiple owners describe receiving recall notice 21V301000 for the engine but being told replacement parts were unavailable for an extended period.
- Some owners report the engine consumes excessive oil between changes despite regular maintenance.
- After recall repairs were performed, some vehicles reportedly stalled again the next day with warning lights illuminated.
When 2019 Hyundai Elantra engine complaints were filed
First complaint Jul 2, 2021, latest Sep 4, 2026.
Engine recalls for the 2019 Hyundai Elantra
- NHTSA 21V301000Apr 28, 2021Engine158,493 vehicles
Engine
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Elantra, 2019-2021 Kona and Veloster vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could result in engine damage.
Risk: A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, oil may leak onto hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Hyundai will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.
Engine complaints by Elantra model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- Are engine problems common on the 2019 Hyundai Elantra?
- Yes. Engine complaints account for 136 of 250 total complaints filed for the 2019 Elantra, or 54% of all complaints, the highest share of any Elantra model year in the data.
- Is there a recall for the 2019 Hyundai Elantra engine?
- Yes. Recall 21V301000 covers 2019-2020 Elantra, 2019-2021 Kona, and Veloster models with 2.0L Nu MPI engines whose piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated. Hyundai's remedy is to inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine free of charge.
- At what mileage do 2019 Elantra engine problems typically show up?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 89,000 miles at the time of engine failure for the 2019 Elantra.
- Did the 2019 Elantra engine issue cause any crashes or fires?
- NHTSA records list 3 crashes and 1 injury linked to engine complaints for the 2019 Elantra, with 0 fires reported.