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2024 Hyundai Elantra problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Among the better years

The 2024 Hyundai Elantra is among the quieter years of the Elantra on NHTSA's books: 93 complaints (56% below the model's median year), a single recall, and no open investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across driver assistance (22), other (17), and electrical system (15), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

93

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

11

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

2

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2024 compare to other Elantra years?

Elantra NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted1,858 complaints1990: 0 complaints1991: 0 complaints1992: 46 complaints1993: 39 complaints1994: 110 complaints1995: 179 complaints1996: 138 complaints1997: 196 complaints1998: 75 complaints1999: 183 complaints2000: 259 complaints2001: 445 complaints2002: 431 complaints2003: 310 complaints2004: 209 complaints2005: 180 complaints2006: 209 complaints2007: 365 complaints2008: 424 complaints2009: 316 complaints2010: 501 complaints2011: 588 complaints2012: 917 complaints2013: 1,858 complaints2014: 548 complaints2015: 352 complaints2016: 387 complaints2017: 1,070 complaints2018: 397 complaints2019: 322 complaints2020: 324 complaints2021: 213 complaints2022: 135 complaints2023: 146 complaints2024: 93 complaints2025: 27 complaints2026: 0 complaints
Elantra NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2024 Hyundai Elantra problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance2224%
Other1718%
Electrical System1516%
Engine89%
Steering78%
Speed Control66%
Transmission33%
Lighting33%
Tires & Wheels33%
Visibility & Wipers22%
Brakes22%
Suspension22%
Body & Structure11%
Fuel System11%
Airbags11%

Does the 2024 Hyundai Elantra have recalls?

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

24V308000EngineMay 1, 2024 · 13,511 units

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Elantra, Venue, and Kona vehicles. An electrical short circuit may occur in the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve assembly, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Consequence

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the exhaust gas recirculation valve assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 28, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 260.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“--Steering was affected and brakes. The vehicle is damaged and may be available for inspection. --Safety was put at risk as the car did not engage in emergency brakes and veered left into another vehicle. --N/A; Unaware if problem has been reproduced --Inspected by Insurance Reps and Auto repairmen…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · May 21, 2024 · crash

“--Steering was affected and brakes. The vehicle is damaged and may be available for inspection. --Safety was put at risk as the car did not engage in emergency brakes and veered left into another vehicle. --N/A; Unaware if problem has been reproduced --Inspected by Insurance Reps and Auto repairmen…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · May 21, 2024 · crash

“The horn stopped working in our 2024 Elantra. This is a widespread issue (see NHTSA complaints and Reddit posts). I called ahead to verify with the San Leandro dealership that parts were in stock to perform this repair under warranty (prior to scheduling appointment). We arrived and were told that…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · March 20, 2025 · crash

“When you accelerate & let off the gas pedal, the vehicle still accelerated for 2 seconds after you release the gas pedal. It is like there is a delay with drive by wire signal. This situation can cause rear end collisions & hard panic braking. Please recall this situation to prevent higher…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · July 31, 2025

“Towards the end of January, my car computer was reset because the car was telling me that I needed an oil change early and the dealership told me it could just be a computer issue. I then took my car to get an oil change and full vehicle inspection on February 24th, 2 days after that on the 26th I…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · February 26, 2025 · crash

2024 Hyundai Elantra — common questions

Is the 2024 Hyundai Elantra reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 93 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Elantra year, with 1 recall and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2024 Elantra problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are driver assistance (22 complaints), other (17 complaints), electrical system (15 complaints).

Does the 2024 Hyundai Elantra have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2024 Hyundai Elantra. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Hyundai Elantra years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Elantra years to avoid are 2013, 2017, 2012, 2011, 2014, 2010, 2001, 2002, 2008, 2018, 2016, 2007, 2015, 2020, 2019, 1997, 1995, 1996, 1994, 1992, 1993. The cleanest record among Elantra years belongs to 2026.

How safe is the 2024 Hyundai Elantra?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2024 Hyundai Elantra 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.