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2023 Hyundai Elantra Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Good

Complaint Index

27/100

#12 most-complained of 16 Elantra years

The 2023 Hyundai Elantra has 98 NHTSA complaints and a complaint index of 27, ranking 12th out of 16 model years — a Good verdict relative to other Elantra years. Two recalls apply, covering the Idle Stop & Go oil pump controller and a driver airbag emblem defect.

Complaints
98
Recalls
2
Crashes / fires
8 / 0
Injuries / deaths
6 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
5 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
31
28 city / 36 hwy

Top 2023 Hyundai Elantra problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Electrical System24 (24%)
  2. Other23 (23%)
  3. Engine22 (22%)
  4. Collision Avoidance & Cameras22 (22%)
  5. Brakes9 (9%)
  6. Lane Departure9 (9%)
  7. Transmission & Powertrain9 (9%)
  8. Visibility & Wipers7 (7%)
  9. Airbags6 (6%)
  10. Fuel System4 (4%)

What owners report

  • Airbags have failed to deploy or deployed unexpectedly in low-speed and side-impact crashes, in some cases with the vehicle later declared a total loss.
  • Owners report the lane-keeping assist system independently steering the vehicle to the side, in one case sending it into a ditch.
  • The forward collision system has triggered false emergency-braking alerts when no vehicle was actually in the lane ahead.
  • The backup camera display has shown flickering or distorted images shortly after purchase, reducing visibility while reversing.
  • Auto headlights have turned on during daytime while dimming the instrument panel, described as impairing the driver's view of the road.
  • A windshield washer system failed to spray fluid on a vehicle with only 2,700 miles on it.
2023 Hyundai Elantra complaints: complaints filed per month10Sep 2022Jul 2023Jan 2024Jul 2024Feb 2025Oct 2025Apr 2026
147 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2022 to Sep 2026; peak Apr 2026 (10).

2023 Hyundai Elantra recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 23V526000Jul 27, 2023Transmission & Powertrain52,109 vehiclesPark Outside

    Power train:automatic transmission:fluid/lubricant:pump

    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.

    Remedy: 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.

  2. NHTSA 22V632000Aug 18, 2022Airbags247 vehicles

    Air bags:frontal

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Elantra N and 2022-2023 Elantra vehicles. The emblem on the cover of the driver's front air bag may not have been welded properly, which can result in the emblem detaching upon deployment.

    Risk: A detached air bag cover emblem may strike a vehicle occupant, which can increase the risk of injury.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 234.

2023 Hyundai Elantra fuel economy and fuel cost

City
28 MPG
Highway
36 MPG
Combined
31 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$2,100
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Regular
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2023 compared with other Elantra years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2021Best7130633
2022Best13101529.5
2023Good2798231
2024Best054131
2025Best2022031

All Hyundai Elantra years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2023 Hyundai Elantra reliable?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2023 Elantra has a complaint index of 27 and ranks 12th out of 16 model years, earning a Good verdict relative to other Elantra years.
What problems does the 2023 Hyundai Elantra have?
NHTSA data shows the top problem areas are Electrical System (24 complaints, 24% share), Engine (22 complaints, 22%), and Collision Avoidance & Cameras (22 complaints, 22%).
Does the 2023 Hyundai Elantra have any recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists two recalls: one for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump electronic controller (campaign 23V526000) and one for an improperly welded driver's airbag emblem (campaign 22V632000).
How many complaints has NHTSA received for the 2023 Elantra?
NHTSA has logged 98 complaints for the 2023 Hyundai Elantra, including 8 crashes and 6 injuries, with no reported fires or deaths.
What is the fuel economy of the 2023 Hyundai Elantra?
The EPA rates the 2023 Elantra at 31 mpg combined (28 city / 36 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,100.

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.