2025 HYUNDAI ELANTRA N
1 recalls, 9 complaints
26V254000 Apr 20, 2026
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:SIDE IMPACT
Defect Description
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Elantra N, 2026 Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), and Elantra vehicles. The B-pillar impact sensors may have been misassembled, which can delay air bag deployment.
Consequence
Air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the impact sensor(s), as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 11, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 299. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this re... Read more
Complaint Statistics
9 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 3 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
SEAT BELTS
Feb 28, 2026
Incident date: Feb 28, 2026
Seatbelts in front and middle row do not latch right away most of the time. We have to double check the every time and push extra hard to get them to click in.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 28, 2026
Incident date: Feb 28, 2026
Driving safety concern. Important My new vehicle (Jeep Wrangler Rubicon X) 2026 abruptly shut down as I was driving and veering the steering wheel to the left. All the vehicle power was suddenly gone (electrical, engine, etc) without notice and the vehicle made an aggressive total stop immediatel... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Feb 28, 2026
Incident date: Feb 28, 2026
Driving safety concern. Important My new vehicle (Jeep Wrangler Rubicon X) 2026 abruptly shut down as I was driving and veering the steering wheel to the left. All the vehicle power was suddenly gone (electrical, engine, etc) without notice and the vehicle made an aggressive total stop immediatel... Read more
STEERING
Feb 18, 2026
Incident date: Feb 4, 2026
I was driving down S. South Danville Rd. in Abilene, Texas, and it was raining and all of a sudden my steering wheel just jerks to the right and then my steering is now real hard to turn real hard to steer, and I almost crashed into another vehicle which would’ve not only hurt me but my daughter s... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 20, 2026
Incident date: Dec 4, 2025
Vehicle experienced PCS (Power Conversion System/DC-DC converter) failure, rendering it completely undrivable—no 12V power, cannot charge or start. PCS is physically integrated inside high-voltage battery pack per service manuals. High-voltage battery warranty active (8yr/120k miles). Tesla servi... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Dec 30, 2025
Incident date: Dec 17, 2025
During a storm, our SUV had water leaking in through the top, middle of the windshield. The water soaked the dashboard controls and our heating/air system was stuck on high heat and would not turn off. It was 70° and it was extremely hot in the SUV and the windows kept fogging up making it hard to ... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 15, 2025
Incident date: Oct 14, 2025
I purchased the 2017 Optima Hybrid from Huntington Beach Hyundai on [XXX]. I made sure to double check with the dealer if the engine and hybrid battery were in good condition, in which the salesman reassured me everything is good. The car was driving okay for a while, and I had oil change and tire... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 5, 2025
Incident date: Sep 21, 2025
The 2024 Ram 1500 3.6L V6 E-Torque engine stalls at low speeds. Without warning the engine shuts off and the emergency brake automatically engages, when the truck comes to a stop it shifts into park, and I have to restart the truck. Fortunately this has only happened in parking lots at speeds of aro... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 7, 2025
Incident date: Apr 23, 2025
Recently ([XXX]) my wife was left stranded away from home when our 2020 CR-V started but would not go into any gear and had multiple warning messages about system failures including brake system problem (No Working Brakes), electric parking brake problem, tire pressure monitor problem, transmission ... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2025 HYUNDAI ELANTRA N
2025 Hyundai Elantra N 4 DR FWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| 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, 2025 HYUNDAI ELANTRA N
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (AM-S8) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 27.0 | 23.0 | Premium | $3,300 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 29.0 | 24.0 | Premium | $3,150 |
CO2 Emissions: 392.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
HYUNDAI ELANTRA N - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the HYUNDAI ELANTRA N across all model years (2022, 2025).
6
Total Recalls
62
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
3
Reported Crashes
3
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths