Is the Hyundai Elantra Reliable?
2001–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Hyundai Elantra Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 81 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 1 | 30 | 4 | — | 73 | Good |
| 2024 | 2 | 45 | 2 | — | 71 | Good |
| 2023 | 1 | 152 | 9 | — | 67 | Good |
| 2022 | 4 | 120 | 2 | — | 69 | Good |
| 2021 | 5 | 125 | 2 | 1 | 61 | Fair |
| 2020 | 0 | 166 | 8 | — | 78 | Good |
| 2019 | 1 | 157 | — | 1 | 72 | Good |
| 2018 | 1 | 254 | 7 | 1 | 71 | Good |
| 2017 | 3 | 547 | 11 | — | 60 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Elantra Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Elantra scores 2 points below the average sedan. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Hyundai Elantra Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 1596 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hyundai Elantra reliable?+
The Hyundai Elantra scores 70/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 19 recall campaigns and 1596 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Elantra is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2026 Elantra achieved the highest reliability score of 81/100 with 1 recall and 0 complaints.
How many miles does a Elantra last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Hyundai Elantra owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Elantra will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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