VehicleVerdict

2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 91 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 3.3 times the median Elantra Hybrid year — the 2023 model ranks #1 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 (21), electrical system (17), and other (12), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

91

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

10

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

5

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2023 compare to other Elantra Hybrid years?

Elantra Hybrid NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted91 complaints2021: 48 complaints2022: 69 complaints2023: 91 complaints2024: 5 complaints2025: 8 complaints2026: 0 complaints
Elantra Hybrid NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

See all Elantra Hybrid years to avoid →

What are the most common 2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance2123%
Electrical System1719%
Other1213%
Transmission910%
Speed Control89%
Brakes55%
Steering44%
Engine44%
Airbags33%
Fuel System33%
Lighting22%
Body & Structure11%
Latches & Locks11%
Visibility & Wipers11%

Does the 2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“On December 24 2023, the vehicle's forward collision warning failed. My son has a learner's permit. He was driving the car under my supervision. He pulled into a parking lot and hit a light post. We did not receive a warning, nor did the automobile automatically apply the brakes to avert the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · December 24, 2023 · crash

“I was rear ended and the air bags didn't deploy. The police and body shop said they should have. The car is unmodified and dealer serviced”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · May 30, 2023 · crash

“UNKNOWN I had the lane assist feature on and was taking the second lane from right to turn off to exit when the alarm went off, the wheel turned itself and it started braking. There was nothing where it was trying to avoid and actually almost had me run into another by turning me left back onto the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · February 25, 2025

“I was performing a low-speed maneuver to reverse-park into my driveway. After making a right turn between my driveway and the driveway of a neighboring townhouse across the street, I came to a complete stop. When I shifted the vehicle into reverse, the vehicle did not reverse as expected and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · December 23, 2025 · crash

“I was performing a low-speed maneuver to reverse-park into my driveway. After making a right turn between my driveway and the driveway of a neighboring townhouse across the street, I came to a complete stop. When I shifted the vehicle into reverse, the vehicle did not reverse as expected and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · December 23, 2025 · crash

2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid — common questions

Is the 2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 91 complaints put the 2023 model at #1 of 6 Elantra Hybrid years. It is one of the Elantra Hybrid years to avoid.

What are the most common 2023 Elantra Hybrid problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are driver assistance (21 complaints), electrical system (17 complaints), other (12 complaints).

Does the 2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2023 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.

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.