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 fire risk 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
Oil pump controller can overheat and cause fire
Fire riskThe electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump may have damaged electrical parts that can make it overheat. An overheating oil pump raises the risk of a vehicle fire.
Fix: Until the repair is done, park outside and away from buildings; the dealer will inspect and replace the oil pump controller if needed, at no cost to you.
Recall 23V526000 · Jul 2023Airbag emblem may detach during deployment
Injury riskThe emblem on the driver's front airbag cover may not have been welded properly. When the airbag deploys, the emblem can come loose and strike the driver, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: The dealer will replace the driver's front airbag at no cost to you.
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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. Oil pump controller can overheat and cause fire (23V526000); Airbag emblem may detach during deployment (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.