2023 Hyundai Elantra Problems
What owners have reported about the 2023 Hyundai Elantra, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
Is the 2023 Hyundai Elantra a good year?
It's one of the better years for the Elantra. Owners have filed 99 complaints with NHTSA, the 16th most of 17 Elantra model years. The most reported problems involve the electrical system, emergency braking system and engine.
99 complaints 2 recalls, 1 park outside 16th worst of 17 Elantra years
Top 2023 Hyundai Elantra problems
Electrical problems
24 complaints (24%) name the electrical system, most often the horn and ignition.
Emergency braking problems
20 complaints (20%) name the emergency braking system, most often the automatic emergency braking and warnings.
Engine problems
20 complaints (20%) name the engine, most often the exhaust system.
Brake problems
9 complaints (9%) name the brakes.
Which parts fail most
Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (14 of 99). The amber line is the middle value, about 18,000 miles.
When problems were reported
Complaints by the year the problem happened.
2023 Hyundai Elantra recalls
Pump
Park outsideThe electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat. An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge.
Recall 23V526000 · Jul 2023Frontal
The emblem on the cover of the driver's front air bag may not have been welded properly, which can result in the emblem detaching upon deployment. A detached air bag cover emblem may strike a vehicle occupant, which can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the air bag, free of charge.
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Elantra years to avoid
Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.
Common questions
Is the 2023 Hyundai Elantra a reliable year?
It's one of the better years for the Elantra. Owners have filed 99 complaints with NHTSA, the 16th most of 17 Elantra model years. The most reported problems involve the electrical system, emergency braking system and engine.
What are the most common 2023 Hyundai Elantra problems?
Owners most often report problems with the electrical system, emergency braking system, engine and brakes. 24 complaints (24%) name the electrical system, most often the horn and ignition.
At what mileage do 2023 Hyundai Elantra electrical system problems start?
Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 7,000–7,000 miles, with a middle value near 7,000 miles.
How many recalls does the 2023 Hyundai Elantra have?
2. Pump (23V526000); Frontal (22V632000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Should I buy a used 2023 Hyundai Elantra?
Ask for service records covering the electrical system, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2024, 2023 and 2022 models, which have the fewest complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.