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
5 crashes
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 13 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 10 |
| POWER TRAIN | 8 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 5 |
| SEAT BELTS | 4 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 4 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 3 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 3 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN | 2 |
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
Jun 7, 2026
Incident date: Jun 5, 2026
Vehicle: 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Safety Complaint: While driving on the highway, my 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid displayed a warning message stating “Check Hybrid System. Stop Safely.” Immediately after the warning appeared, the vehicle lost power and acceleration. The car entered a reduced... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 7, 2026
Incident date: Jun 5, 2026
Vehicle: 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Safety Complaint: While driving on the highway, my 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid displayed a warning message stating “Check Hybrid System. Stop Safely.” Immediately after the warning appeared, the vehicle lost power and acceleration. The car entered a reduced... Read more
ENGINE
Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Dec 11, 2025
Vehicle has a known Ford 2.0L EcoBoost coolant intrusion / head gasket defect per multiple complaints on different forums on recently googled searches. At approximately 126,000 miles, vehicle began losing coolant with no visible external leaks, producing white smoke on startup, rough idle/misfires... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Dec 11, 2025
This 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid poses an imminent fire and safety hazard due to catastrophic high-voltage system failures. On December 11, 2025 (Mileage: 54,527), the vehicle displayed a "Check Hybrid System" warning. The dealership diagnosed a swollen 12V battery and, critically, a melted power re... Read more
ENGINE
Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Dec 11, 2025
This 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid poses an imminent fire and safety hazard due to catastrophic high-voltage system failures. On December 11, 2025 (Mileage: 54,527), the vehicle displayed a "Check Hybrid System" warning. The dealership diagnosed a swollen 12V battery and, critically, a melted power re... Read more
ENGINE
Sep 29, 2025
Incident date: Sep 1, 2025
In 2022, in traffic on I35 in Temple, TX, i was in "Drive" and my car went automatically to Neutral and I could not get it out of neutral or turn my car on and off. My two children were in the car and had cars moved, I would have been clobbered. I finally got my car to turn off after several tries, ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 28, 2025
Incident date: Jul 28, 2025
No remedy for recall and no plan
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 25, 2025
Incident date: Jun 24, 2025
On [XXX] and [XXX], while driving at approximately 50 MPH, my vehicle experienced a sudden and complete loss of power, presenting an immediate safety hazard. The incident unfolded as follows: Without warning, the car emitted an alarming sound from the cabin. Simultaneously, a message appeared on ... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jun 25, 2025
Incident date: Jun 24, 2025
The contact owns a 2023 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while attempting to refuel, the electronic fuel cap door failed to immediately open, and the contact was unable the to insert the nozzle into the filler neck. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was notified ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 25, 2025
Incident date: Jun 24, 2025
Driving along and suddenly van didn’t go into gear….towed and was confirmed there is a transmission issue….when checked for recalls about this issue, I was told my vehicle ID number doesn’t match the recall however no one can tell me why if there was a recall on this particular make and mode... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 28, 2025
Incident date: Feb 26, 2025
• What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The issue appears to be with the gear shifter assembly and/or park position sensor within the power train system. The vehicle fails to detect that it is in “Park,” even when the gear lever is ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 28, 2025
Incident date: Feb 26, 2025
• What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The issue appears to be with the gear shifter assembly and/or park position sensor within the power train system. The vehicle fails to detect that it is in “Park,” even when the gear lever is ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 18, 2025
Incident date: Mar 20, 2025
The start hesitation started about 2 years ago, but my Armada never did not start. Then about a year so ago the Armada would not start, and it would not start in Dover, DE, and I had to call Geico to get a jump. I had a brand-new battery installed thinking that was the issue months prior, but my Ar... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
May 12, 2025
Incident date: May 11, 2025
Electronic parking brake (EPB) module. Yes confirmed by a independent service center. Warning Park Brake indicator. This is the second time happening. First time was Sept 2024 was fixed. Taking it in tomorrow for confirmation, if same issue mechanic stated the part is on National Backorder!!!! Un... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
Apr 28, 2025
Incident date: Apr 26, 2025
Cluster screen was black. Lasted for 30 minutes the initial time. Happened again, lasted for 3 days before turning back on. No turn signal sound when using turn signals. No speedometer or any of the main screen shows. No blind spot indicator lights or sounds either. No engine lights or any other lig... 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
SERVICE BRAKES
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 6, 2025
Incident date: Apr 6, 2025
Timing cover leaks oil
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
ENGINE
Apr 6, 2025
Incident date: Apr 6, 2025
Driving on interstate at 70mph. Multiple, five or six, warnings pop up in rapid succession mostly dealing with the safety features such as distance to car in front, adaptive speed control, lane keeping. The last one was hybrid system - safely stop. The car then immediately lost all acceleration pow... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
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
SEATS
Feb 8, 2025
Incident date: Dec 31, 2024
Seat active headrest deployed on its own. Plastics holding rod inside is broken and headrest cannot be snapped back into place. No warning or symptoms prior to failure. Headrest hit passengers head when it snapped and deployed.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Feb 5, 2025
Incident date: Feb 5, 2025
Since I have bought my car, I’ve had continuous problems. The car has stalled multiple times the most recent time that it stalled. It was in the middle of the highway leaving me in a very unsafe situation and after that happened, I took it to the dealer ship and only then were they able to identif... 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
ENGINE
Sep 24, 2024
Incident date: Sep 1, 2024
I started seeing a Check Engine light (CEL) on the dash of my 2018 Ford Edge Titanium (approx. 95k miles) and also noticed that the car was misfiring during acceleration. I took the car to a mechanic who found error code P0303. The mechanic subsequently found a cracked spark plug in the 3rd cyli... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Sep 24, 2024
Incident date: Sep 1, 2024
My hyundai elantra 2022 hybrid abruptly told me to pull over after driving on the highway for 30 minutes. The Hybrid Warning System light came up on dash and told me to pull over. After pulling over the car lost power and had to be jumped with the 12V battery reset button. Car is able to be driven a... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 4, 2024
Incident date: Sep 1, 2023
Brakes became sluggish and parking brake would not disengage. Towed car to Autonation Ford. They diagnosed and found "internal failure of electric brake booster requiring replacement. It took them 30 days to locate a part and complete repairs. Car had 41,634 miles and the cost was $3,087 not includi... 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
ENGINE
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
Aug 27, 2024
Incident date: May 25, 2024
We were on our way home from the beach on [XXX]. Coming through Birmingham on [XXX] in the far left (fast) lane traveling 78-80 mph with traffic flow, the car starts sounding a loud alarm with red flashing lights on the dashboard. The notification flashing said to “Check Hybrid system HEV BATTERY,... Read more
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.
ENGINE
Jul 13, 2024
Incident date: Jul 7, 2024
05/03/2024: while driving my 2022 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 4xe the vehicle unexpectedly had a complete loss of power resulting in my Jeep shutting down without warning. The warning light “service hybrid electrical system” illuminated after the I attempted to restart it. My Jeep would not restart or ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 13, 2024
Incident date: Jul 7, 2024
The vehicle, which is under warranty, has shut itself off three times with an error message regarding the hybrid system. After having the vehicle towed to the dealership, they found no codes, errors, or messages to address. As a result, they won’t proceed further with troubleshooting and told me t... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 5, 2024
Incident date: Jun 18, 2024
Good day. I purchased a 2024 Ford Edge SEL in March 2024. I would like to call your attention to the vehicle's horn. I was unable to alert a truck driver who was backing up that he was going to back inro my car. The horn for the vehicle is extremely weak, in fact too weak to be audible to a driv... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN
Jul 5, 2024
Incident date: Jun 18, 2024
Good day. I purchased a 2024 Ford Edge SEL in March 2024. I would like to call your attention to the vehicle's horn. I was unable to alert a truck driver who was backing up that he was going to back inro my car. The horn for the vehicle is extremely weak, in fact too weak to be audible to a driv... Read more
Crash
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 10, 2024
Incident date: May 30, 2024
The vehicle was running and suddenly shut down due to a hybrid battery warning right in the middle of traffic, rendering the vehicle undriveable and leaving me in a dangerous position. Vehicle had to be towed to a dealership. Code P0B24 $07EF Hybrid Battery A Voltage Unstable.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 10, 2024
Incident date: May 30, 2024
The vehicle was running and suddenly shut down due to a hybrid battery warning right in the middle of traffic, rendering the vehicle undriveable and leaving me in a dangerous position. Vehicle had to be towed to a dealership. Code P0B24 $07EF Hybrid Battery A Voltage Unstable.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
May 20, 2024
Incident date: May 19, 2024
The contact owns a 2017 Honda Pilot. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair... Read more
POWER TRAIN
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
Feb 3, 2024
Incident date: Jan 17, 2024
The timing chain loose up and cause car to not start up
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Jan 29, 2024
Incident date: Sep 23, 2023
The contact owns a 2013 Kia Soul. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair... Read more
POWER TRAIN
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.
POWER TRAIN
Oct 4, 2023
Incident date: Aug 31, 2023
Torque convertor weld studs fail the torque convertor will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vechile will lose the ability to move, increasing the risk for a crash.
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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 4, 2023
Incident date: Jun 27, 2023
Horn has failed twice. The first time it was taken to the dealership and “fixed” - now it has failed again. The second issue is that the car accelerates on its own, both at a high and low rate of speed. While traveling at approximately 60 mph on multiple occasions, when the engine transitions fr... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 19, 2023
Incident date: Jan 1, 2023
Purchased car used April of 2022. After a couple of months of driving noticed that it was consuming a lot of oil. Thought maybe the oil change was not done right. Went had another oil change. Noticed more oil being consumed. Took to Hyundai dealer for ABS recall. While I was there I told them about ... 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 | $1,350 |
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
221
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
16
Reported Crashes
3
Reported Fires
2
Reported Deaths