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This 2019 Hyundai Elantra Gt has 195 NHTSA complaints β top issue: Engine Problems.
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2019 Hyundai Elantra Gt Fuel Economy
β EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 3 2019 Hyundai Elantra Gt trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 3 trims analysed.
2019 Hyundai Elantra Gt Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
10.7% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
10.7% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2019 Hyundai Elantra Gt has 195 owner complaints, 11 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Engine Problems. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Hyundai
- Model
- Elantra Gt
- Model year
- 2019
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 195
- Crash-related complaints
- 11
- Safety recall campaigns
- 0
- Top reported component
- Engine Problems
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 27
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 25 / 32
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2019 Hyundai Elantra Gt problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Engine Problems
Headlight/Taillight Failures
Electrical Faults
Complaint patterns center on Engine Problems, Headlight/Taillight Failures, Electrical Faults. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2019 Hyundai Elantra Gt?
This HYUNDAI ELANTRA GT year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection.
Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs.
May Suit
This year may suit buyers who prioritize complete maintenance records and pass a pre-purchase inspection.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers who want a lower-risk ownership profile may prefer comparing nearby model years before committing.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2019 Hyundai Elantra Gt
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the most frequently reported complaint components on this model year
- Confirm recall repairs were completed and documented
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- Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Request service records for the most-reported complaint components
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
The HYUNDAI ELANTRA GT has 195 NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. 11 complaints involve crash-related incidents. This data reflects owner-reported issues submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Recall context: No recalls are currently on record in this dataset, but buyers should still verify recall status by VIN because campaigns can be added later.
- 195 total complaints filed with NHTSA
- 0 federal recall campaigns
- 11 crash-related complaints on record
- Review NHTSA complaint history for the most-reported components
- Check recall completion status at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Verify service records for frequently complained components
Full breakdown
All 2019 Hyundai Elantra Gt complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2019 Hyundai Elantra Gt. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 98 | 2 | β | β | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 54 | 2 | 1 | β | |
| Electrical Faults | 29 | 3 | 1 | β | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 20 | 2 | 1 | β | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 9 | β | β | β | |
| Steering Defects | 9 | 2 | 2 | β | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 6 | 2 | β | β | |
| Brake System | 6 | 2 | β | β | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 6 | β | β | β | |
| Wheel Issues | 4 | β | β | β | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 4 | 1 | β | β | |
| Lane Departure | 4 | 1 | β | β | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 | β | β | β | |
| Structural Problems | 3 | β | β | β | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | β | β | β | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 2 | β | β | β | |
| Tire Issues | 2 | β | β | β | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Fuel System | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Gasoline | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 | β | β | β |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2019 Hyundai Elantra Gt. Type a keyword (e.g. βtransmissionβ, βstallingβ, βbrakesβ) to filter.
The vehicle is experiencing excessive engine oil consumption. The engine burns approximately one quart of oil per week during normal driving conditions. There are no visible oil leaks, and no warning lights, check engine light, or other dashboard messages have appeared. The oil lβ¦
Bought the car used last year. The check engine light recently came on and started blinking. And stalled. The car was low in oil but there were no leaks. The engine was knocking. Had a diagnostic done and they said the engine had a death code and needed to be replaced. There is aβ¦
The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V301000 (ENGINE); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact was stationed in Guam when the vehicle was purchased. The vehicle was manufacturedβ¦
Headlight housing mechanism for high beam and low beam lights do not allow headlights to stay on high beam. Will not pass Massachusetts motor vehicle safety inspection.
Car began to make clicking noise which turned into a louder βdyingβ sound. Car completely stopped, and had to get towed. I was told the engine failed due to parts from the recall.
Have a 2019 Hyuandi Elantra. Purchased in 2020 now only 6 years old the white paint on roof of car and around rear window the paint is chipping off. I have a softball size area in roof is all chipping off. I take very good care of my car and canβt believe the paint is all comiβ¦
Y check engine light started flashing and I have a code reader and it come up p1326 wh I ch is knock sensor lost power and I checked into that and it said a lot of engines were affected by that and they had to replace thousands of engines for this and my vehicle was in the affectβ¦
Large amount of oil consumption. Told by dealership that engine replacement is needed.
My late motherβs 2019 Hyundai Elantra (VIN: [XXX] ) was brought to Johnson Hyundai of Apex on 4/14/2025 for a known paint defect recall affecting the roof and roof rails. I was handling this vehicle as part of her estate. While the car was in the custody of their body shop, Piperβ¦
Excessive oil consumption, shudder in motor while driving . Check engine light cam on. Visibility in headlights very low and high beams only working sometimes.
Vehicle: 2019 Hyundai Elantra VIN: [XXX] Mileage at failure:163,799 Issue: Complete premature engine failure due to a piston rod fracture through the engine block Hyundaiβs Response: Dealership (Murdock Hyundai Lindon, 530 Lindon Park Drive, Lindon, Utah 84042) reviewed vehicle β¦
Vehicle Issue Report Vehicle Information: β’Make: Hyundai β’Model: Elantra β’Year: 2019 β’VIN: [XXX] β’Mileage: [Insert Current Mileage] β’Engine Type: 2.0L Nu MPI βΈ» Summary of the Issue: The vehicle has experienced a complete engine failure due to a malfunction in cylinder 3. Tβ¦
On 03/22/2025, I took my car into Riverside Hyundai because of engine shuttering. Riverside Hyundai discovered foreign fragments in my cylinder from the piston and stated they had never seen this issue before. Their diagnosis was engine replacement at an estimated cost of approxβ¦
The driver and passenger headlight has been replaced and the bulbs but the headlights keep going out was told it is an electrical problem and contact manufacturer. Also emergency braking did not work in recent accident nor did forward collision warning.
My car started hesitating when shifting gears in smart and normal mode smelled like something was burning. Car only drives in sport mode, shifts hard, engine lags, and the check engine light has not come on. This is the second incident with this car. The first time I lost all poβ¦
The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact stated that the high-beam headlights became inoperable. The contact stated that the high-beam headlights failed to function properly. The contact stated that the bulbs fβ¦
The suspension on this vehicle is out of control. The vehicle jumps, and It moves from one side to another over any road bump. The car only has 60,000 miles and it shouldn't be doing that, it's unsafe and it can cause an accident.
No warning light for oil consumption and it depletes rapidly. Also, High beam lights stopped working and you have to hold the signal in place and the high beam still doesn't turn on. Ive had so many issues with this car since purchasing it, it ridiculous and saddening how there hβ¦
The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving at various speeds and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle made an abnormal rubbing sound and hesitated to respond, causing the braking distance to be extended. The brake warning light illuminated. The vβ¦
My engine is burning oil at a rapid rate. I have always maintained the vehicle's engine on-time or early and now I am needing to top-off oil many times between frequent oil changes. I am now having to add a quart a week and am changing the oil every two thousand miles to ensure iβ¦
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2019 Hyundai Elantra Gt.
Safety recalls
2019 Hyundai Elantra Gt recalls
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2019 Hyundai Elantra Gt. No recalls are currently on record in this dataset, but buyers should still verify recall status by VIN because campaigns can be added later. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
No NHTSA recalls were found for this model year. Recalls can be added at any time β confirm open-recall status on the exact VIN or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Questions
2019 Hyundai Elantra Gt buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2019 Hyundai Elantra Gt reliable?βΎ
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 195 owner complaints, 11 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns for this model year. This HYUNDAI ELANTRA GT year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Hyundai Elantra Gt?βΎ
#1: Engine Problems (98 complaints). #2: Headlight/Taillight Failures (54 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (29 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Hyundai Elantra Gt?βΎ
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2019 Hyundai Elantra Gt?βΎ
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2019 Hyundai Elantra Gt, NHTSA complaints include 11 crash-related reports and 3 fire reports out of 195 total complaints. 3 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2019 Hyundai Elantra Gt have any recalls?βΎ
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2019 Hyundai Elantra Gt in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2019 Hyundai Elantra Gt?βΎ
This HYUNDAI ELANTRA GT year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs. Pay extra attention to Engine Problems during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
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