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2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 69 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 2.5 times the median Elantra Hybrid year — the 2022 model ranks #2 of 6 Elantra Hybrid years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across driver assistance (12), electrical system (12), and speed control (9), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

69

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

0

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

4

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2022 compare to other Elantra Hybrid years?

Elantra Hybrid NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted91 complaints2021: 48 complaints2022: 69 complaints2023: 91 complaints2024: 5 complaints2025: 8 complaints2026: 0 complaints
Elantra Hybrid NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance1217%
Electrical System1217%
Speed Control913%
Transmission812%
Engine710%
Other57%
Brakes46%
Seat Belts46%
Lighting34%
Fuel System23%
Visibility & Wipers11%
Steering11%
Airbags11%

Does the 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V879000Driver AssistanceNovember 21, 2024 · 226,118 units

Defect

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 requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

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.

23V589000Speed ControlAugust 18, 2023 · 37,997 units

Defect

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.

22V354000Seat BeltsMay 19, 2022 · 230,233 units

Defect

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-796, 22V-069, 22V-218, and 22V-123 for Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles. All Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles already repaired under the previous recalls will need to have the new remedy completed.

22V123000Seat BeltsMarch 3, 2022 · 140 units

Defect

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. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 22V-354. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · July 7, 2024

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · April 26, 2025

“Vehicle has an unintended acceleration recall and I have experienced it a few times during the past few months. almost crashed into vehicle before me after the traffic stop.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · May 30, 2024

“The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated his wife parked the vehicle in the garage and turned off the vehicle. When he walked outside, he noticed the vehicle had rolled out of the garage and struck a parked vehicle. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · August 18, 2022 · crash

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · July 7, 2024

2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid — common questions

Is the 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 69 complaints put the 2022 model at #2 of 6 Elantra Hybrid years. It is one of the Elantra Hybrid years to avoid.

What are the most common 2022 Elantra Hybrid problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are driver assistance (12 complaints), electrical system (12 complaints), speed control (9 complaints).

Does the 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Hyundai Elantra Hybrid years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Elantra Hybrid years to avoid are 2023, 2022, 2021. The cleanest record among Elantra Hybrid years belongs to 2026.

How safe is the 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.