2022 HYUNDAI ELANTRA HYBRID
4 recalls, 69 complaints - 5/5 safety rating
24V879000 Nov 21, 2024
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Defect Description
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Santa Fe HEV, Elantra, Elantra HEV and 2022 Elantra N and Santa Fe PHEV vehicles. Due to a damaged printed circuit board, the rearview camera image may fail to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirem... Read more
Consequence
A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's visibility and increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 271.
23V589000 Aug 18, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Elantra HEV vehicles. A software error in the motor control unit may cause unintended vehicle acceleration after the brake pedal is released.
Consequence
Unintended vehicle acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the motor control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 29, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 248.
22V354000 May 19, 2022
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Defect Description
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Accent, 2021-2022 Elantra, and 2021-2022 Elantra HEV vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Consequence
An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
Remedy
Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioner(s) with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 28, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 229. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall numbers 21V-... Read more
22V123000 Mar 3, 2022
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Defect Description
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Elantra and Elantra HEV vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front passenger-side seat belt pretensioner may explode upon deployment.
Consequence
An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 19, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 220. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-796 and 22V-069. ... Read more
Complaint Statistics
69 total complaints
3 crashes 1 fires 2 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 11 |
| POWER TRAIN | 7 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 |
| STEERING | 5 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 5 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 4 |
| SEAT BELTS | 4 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 3 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 3 |
| AIR BAGS | 3 |
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Jun 7, 2026
Incident date: Jun 5, 2026
My car jumps and lags due to fuel injector. It will be replaced by Volkswagen but only if there believe it’s Ana issue even though there are several reports of this issue
ENGINE
Jun 7, 2026
Incident date: Jun 5, 2026
My car jumps and lags due to fuel injector. It will be replaced by Volkswagen but only if there believe it’s Ana issue even though there are several reports of this issue
STEERING
Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Dec 11, 2025
Steering wheel locks up at while driving making it very hard to turn. The dealerships, wants $200/300 for a diagnostic fee and $3k to repair it. This has been reported for years now as you can se with the other complaints. Dealerships must be held accountable for such safety hazards. Thousands o... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Dec 11, 2025
Both front CV axles have had to be replaced multiple times. Less than 70,000 miles on the vehicle.
ENGINE
Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Dec 11, 2025
I am experiencing severe oil consumption and leakage with my 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan. The low oil level light began coming on weekly, and I have had to add oil nearly every week to keep the engine from running dry. Recently, I noticed oil leaking underneath the vehicle and immediately parked it. Afte... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 29, 2025
Incident date: Sep 1, 2025
2019 Ducati Multistrada MTS1200S. Bought brand new. The bike constantly stalls when pulling in the clutch coming to a stop. Bike is completely stock. No issues with air filter or fuel. The bike does it intermittently and has almost caused a couple of crashes on the highway when coming into traf... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Jul 28, 2025
Incident date: Jul 28, 2025
The plastic pice holding the throttle lines snapped off and my cable went under my bracket and it took off I destroyed the Transmission putting it in neutral to stop the vehicle after I had gotten it stoped the fire from the engine was small I will recommend this car and yes I do want another one bu... Read more
Fire
STEERING
Jun 25, 2025
Incident date: Jun 24, 2025
The steering wheel sticks especially after being driven for a while. It is necessary to use slightly more force to move it sometimes causing overcorrection. I took it to the Honda dealer and they said eventually the gears will be worn so much that the steering mechanism will fail and potentially c... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 25, 2025
Incident date: Jun 24, 2025
The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal, before the engine seized. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road. The contact noticed... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 25, 2025
Incident date: Jun 24, 2025
UNKNOWN- I was driving and it was storming bad, I accidentally drove through this road that was flooded and my car then said throttle control and my car started to not drive as well then when I took a turn my car stopped and it would not move. I turned it off and it started going again, then when I ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
May 28, 2025
Incident date: Feb 26, 2025
Several times since I purchased this vehicle new I have experienced throttle delay from a standing position. (Example) While stopped at a red ;light or a stop sign or trying to accelerate from a stopped position into oncoming traffic there is a throttle delay of a few seconds. In other words I ste... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 28, 2025
Incident date: Feb 26, 2025
I was stopped in traffic at approximately 16:00 on Tuesday 5/27/2025. All of the sudden the drivers side headrest deployed with force, hitting me in the back of my head and pushing my head and neck forward. Since the incident I am experiencing pain in my neck.
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
May 18, 2025
Incident date: Mar 20, 2025
About 8 months to a year ago my car started losing power and started using a lot of oil without an oil leak. Now it has a loud knocking noise in the engine. I have taken it to a mechanic and they said they some vehicles have recalls.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
May 12, 2025
Incident date: May 11, 2025
The Fisker Ocean was delivered with door handles that have major physical defects, including entrapment inside the vehicle in the case of 12V power loss and users unable to enter the vehicle. In my case, I have installed an emergency door hatch release myself in the trunk of the car to prevent entra... Read more
SUSPENSION
Apr 28, 2025
Incident date: Apr 26, 2025
De breakes light its somethimes flashing in the panel and my suspensionsistem i pay tochange because its was damage and the garanted didnt apicate
ENGINE
Apr 28, 2025
Incident date: Apr 26, 2025
Car is making a knocking sound. Car is going thru more oil than normal. Causing the motor to get hot.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 28, 2025
Incident date: Apr 26, 2025
The battery in our car has repeatedly drained for no reason. There seems to be an issue with the battery not charging the alternator correctly. At times this causes electrical components to go out.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 6, 2025
Incident date: Apr 6, 2025
Error message indicate loss of charge capacity. Car slowed down, with enough range to pull off the road. Dealer indicates the integrated charge control unit (ICCU) failed, and quit charging the 12 volt system. Waiting for parts (1 month so far). Seems like the same issue reported under NHTSA recal... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Apr 6, 2025
Incident date: Apr 6, 2025
Error message indicate loss of charge capacity. Car slowed down, with enough range to pull off the road. Dealer indicates the integrated charge control unit (ICCU) failed, and quit charging the 12 volt system. Waiting for parts (1 month so far). Seems like the same issue reported under NHTSA recal... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 6, 2025
Incident date: Apr 6, 2025
2021 Ford Exploer the RPM SHOOTS UP AND DOES NOT GO DOWN. I HAVE TO PULL OVER AND SHUT VEHICLE OFF TO RESET.. This has been replaced in 2023 and I am having problems with same issue. VEHICLE WILL NOT PICK UP SPEED UPON Accelerating and when it finally picks up the transmission with jerk really h... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Feb 8, 2025
Incident date: Dec 31, 2024
Automatic emergency brake engaged while driving when there was not a car directly in front of me. There were no obstructions on the road and cars in the lanes next to me were not merging into my lane.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 8, 2025
Incident date: Dec 31, 2024
Nissan has replaced the door actuators on the front left, front right, back left, and back right multiple times, but the issues persist. The malfunctioning door locks pose a serious safety risk, particularly for children who may open the doors while the vehicle is in motion. Additionally, there is t... Read more
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Feb 5, 2025
Incident date: Feb 5, 2025
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that while opening the driver's side front window and the passenger’s side front window, the cable snapped, and the window fell inside the door. The power windows became inoperable. The message to open and close the window was displayed. ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Sep 24, 2024
Incident date: Sep 1, 2024
The contact owns a 2017 Acura TLX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V751000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Th... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Sep 24, 2024
Incident date: Sep 1, 2024
When we drive long distance or up in altitude a coolant temperature indicator comes up and says it is high, it hits about 132 degrees going up any sort of hill and then goes down after a few seconds, this doesn't seem to be normal. We took to a Ford dealership and tried to have them replicate the i... Read more
AIR BAGS
Sep 24, 2024
Incident date: Sep 1, 2024
The contact owns a 2020 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and the failure was linked to a recall; however, the contact was informed that parts were unavailable. Th... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Sep 4, 2024
Incident date: Sep 1, 2023
The contact owns a 2024 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power with the RPM at 5,000. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact had slowed down for traffic and was able to stop the vehicle. The vehi... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Aug 27, 2024
Incident date: May 25, 2024
The electrical wiring harnesses affecting numerous safety systems (forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning) have been chewed through by rodents. Upon further research it was determined that starting in 2016 Asian automotive manufacturers (Nissan, Toyota, Kia, H... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 27, 2024
Incident date: May 25, 2024
The electrical wiring harnesses affecting numerous safety systems (forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning) have been chewed through by rodents. Upon further research it was determined that starting in 2016 Asian automotive manufacturers (Nissan, Toyota, Kia, H... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 27, 2024
Incident date: May 25, 2024
Problem: Unintended Acceleration, air conditioner operating. Incident Scenario: Approaching driveway, stopped to allow pedestrian to pass. Resumed low speed turn into driveway, Abrupt acceleration of vehicle, launching vehicle over granite curb and into nearby tree. Damage: Passenger R.Front Fende... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 13, 2024
Incident date: Jul 7, 2024
tilt steering wheel usage is causing wires in steering culumb to break
AIR BAGS
Jul 13, 2024
Incident date: Jul 7, 2024
tilt steering wheel usage is causing wires in steering culumb to break
STEERING
Jul 13, 2024
Incident date: Jul 7, 2024
Steering rack was found to be leaking fluid onto the rubber boot during the 52,000 mile oil change and general maintenance by the Toyota dealership. This leak requires the complete steering rack to be replaced for approximately $2,100.
STEERING
Jul 5, 2024
Incident date: Jun 18, 2024
The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel felt stiff while attempting to make a turn and the contact started to lose control of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact heard a loud creaking sound coming f... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 5, 2024
Incident date: Jun 18, 2024
The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission independently downshifted and an unknown warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle jerked and decelerated. The contact proceeded to drive the vehicle to th... Read more
STRUCTURE
Jun 10, 2024
Incident date: May 30, 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact stated that the wheels were misaligned and had detached. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a detached passenger’s side rear lower contro... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jun 10, 2024
Incident date: May 30, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Honda Civic. The contact stated while coming to a stop sign, the vehicle started shuddering with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair... Read more
ENGINE
May 20, 2024
Incident date: May 19, 2024
The plastic oil filter housing cracked leading to large oil leaks. This had been leaking for awhile and was not immediately noticed due to its placement in the valley between cylinder banks atop the engine. While investigating separate U-joint noise and driveshaft vibration that came on suddenly at ... Read more
STEERING
Feb 3, 2024
Incident date: Jan 17, 2024
It occurrs when the steering is dead centered, and very noticeable because when you are driving on a straight road, you are continually making very small left/right adjustments to steer straight. My vehicle is darting all over the road and cumbersome to drive. Pretty scary and dangerous. It feels S... Read more
ENGINE
Feb 3, 2024
Incident date: Jan 17, 2024
Vehicle has an automatic transmission and it stalls when stopping. There is no warning light on the dash. This happens more frequently when the vehicle is warm, in early operation it may only hesitate or run rough while stopping. A warm a stop is more likely to stall the vehicle than a slow stop. Ha... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 29, 2024
Incident date: Sep 23, 2023
The contact owns a 2009 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the front passenger’s side of the vehicle. The contact stated that the engine power reduced message was displayed and the wrench warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled o... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Nov 4, 2023
Incident date: Nov 3, 2023
This is becoming a common occurrence with this vehicle. The power train/ front end collision sensor/ tire sensor/ air bay sensor/ drive train all malfunctioning. Ford refuses to help.
ENGINE
Oct 4, 2023
Incident date: Aug 31, 2023
I have my car for 2 years and the engine has stalled on me 4-5 times at lights trying to come out of the start stop mode. I’ve almost been rear ended multiple times. When these random incidents occur cars behind me do not know what is going on. I took my car to the dealer on 10/3/2023 and they wer... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 4, 2023
Incident date: Jun 27, 2023
A car hit me it the front passenger side the hood of my car bent up the passenger side of my windshield cracked and my car went spinning not one air bag came out
Crash
1 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 4, 2023
Incident date: Jun 27, 2023
Transmission shifting cable bushing is stripped. Car is stuck in park.
ENGINE
Jul 4, 2023
Incident date: Jun 27, 2023
At various times my car will randomly stall and it's not showing any warning lights to indicate what's wrong or when it will happen.
TIRES
Apr 19, 2023
Incident date: Jan 1, 2023
It was time to replace my original equipment tires after approximately 30,000 miles (41,622 car miles, remainder 11,622 on separate snow tires). The car rode smoothly. I purchased four YOKOHAMA AVID Ascend LX SIZE 195/65R15 tires. The tires were balanced professionally at VIP Tires in Watertown, MA.... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Dec 30, 2022
Incident date: Dec 29, 2022
After driving the vehicle for about 5 miles I stopped to make a left turn and when I let off the brake and pressed the gas pedal the car crept forward but wouldn't speed up and the gas engine wasn't starting or even cranking. After about 20 to 30 seconds to gas engine started and the car drove fine ... Read more
ENGINE
Dec 30, 2022
Incident date: Dec 29, 2022
After driving the vehicle for about 5 miles I stopped to make a left turn and when I let off the brake and pressed the gas pedal the car crept forward but wouldn't speed up and the gas engine wasn't starting or even cranking. After about 20 to 30 seconds to gas engine started and the car drove fine ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dec 30, 2022
Incident date: Dec 29, 2022
After driving the vehicle for about 5 miles I stopped to make a left turn and when I let off the brake and pressed the gas pedal the car crept forward but wouldn't speed up and the gas engine wasn't starting or even cranking. After about 20 to 30 seconds to gas engine started and the car drove fine ... Read more
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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2022 HYUNDAI ELANTRA HYBRID
2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid 4 DR FWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover Risk | 10.1% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
EPA Fuel Economy, 2022 HYUNDAI ELANTRA HYBRID
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Automatic (AM-S6) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 49.0 | 52.0 | 50.0 | Regular | $1,250 |
CO2 Emissions: 177.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
HYUNDAI ELANTRA HYBRID - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the HYUNDAI ELANTRA HYBRID across all model years (2021, 2026).
12
Total Recalls
229
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
11
Reported Crashes
2
Reported Fires
2
Reported Deaths