2023 HYUNDAI ELANTRA Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2023 Hyundai Elantra. This model year has 85 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Electrical Faults.
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Worst 2023 Hyundai Elantra Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Uncategorized Issues
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 Hyundai Elantra. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 21 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 18 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 17 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 16 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 7 | 2 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 7 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 6 | 4 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | 1 | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2023 Hyundai Elantra. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 85 most recent complaints
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at a full stop, the brake pedal was released, and the vehicle surged forward before the accelerator pedal was depressed. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. There were no warn…
Electrical component with car has been malfunctioning. ADAS system malfunctioning (all the lights on the dash have been coming on in and out at different times) despite turning the car on and off. Video and picture evidence has been collected on different days and times this issu…
*The engine began sputtering really bad and the check engine light came on. I brought the vehicle to the dealership that I purchased it from and they recommended a fuel system flush and change the spark plugs. I had them change the spark plugs and the check engine was cleared but…
So back in September of 2023 there was a recall 248 on my 2023 Hyundai Elantra hybrid Limited. This was before I bought the car. I bought it used at a local dealer according to the Carfax and everywhere I look up it says this issue has been fixed on September 14th of 2023. I'm st…
Vehicle screen will shut off while driving and come back on randomly. This is not the first time I have reported it. I have reported it to my dealership, they looked at it and checked the vehicle. It happens so randomly but it's been over 2 years now that this has been happening.…
My horn continues to short out. It has happened five or more times in two years. (I purchased this car in 2023 and the day I purchased it, I was driving home and found out that the horn had lost sound, I called the dealership and they told me to bring it up the next day. When I b…
Horn is inoperable due to internal fault. Horn receives power when button is depressed, relay actuates, but horn does not sound. There is no warning system in place for this fault.
This is the 7th time my vehicle has been parked and over night killed a battery. It’s been replaced 3 times and this battery lasted 8 months and now my vehicle is dead again. Also you can’t lock your vehicle if the battery is completely dead.
This has happened twice. I brought it to Hyundai in Syracuse and they said they could not find a problem. The problem: While driving the car loses power, when pressing the gas pedal the car stops propelling forward. Safety: The car randomly loses power while driving. This could…
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the air bag warning light intermittently flashed on and off. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who replaced the clock spring on two separate occasions, but the failure reoccurre…
On 11/18/ 25 I was driving in highway traffic at 60MPH and car suddenly slowed down to 30MPH. My car would not accelerate no matter how hard I tried. With luck and prayer I moved over two lanes to shoulder...shut off the car for about 10 sec...restarted...and car ran normal again…
Yesterday my horn ceased working again and someone almost side swiped me. This is the 3rd time on my 2023 Elantra. I have 2 Hyundai Elantras that Have had to send to the dealership to replace the horns multiple times. I had the same issue with my Venue, which appears to have h…
Low pressure oil light did not come on until the oil drain plug had completely fallen out. Once the light came on, the vehicle was slowed and came to a stop on the side of the highway within 2 minutes. The car completely shut off as if the battery were dead. It had to be jumpe…
The contact owned a 2023 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at night and at approximately 60 MPH, a deer had crashed into the driver's side front door and bounced off and crashed into the driver's side front bumper. The contact stated that he had been thrown f…
While driving in the rain, car reported "Check Forward Safety System". Error has not gone away multiple weeks later. Hyundai dealer's first reaction was "Oh yes, this happens all the time" (!!) but then refused warranty repair because car is in other than pristine condition, des…
I was on a delivery yesterday when this first occurred. I put my car into reverse and proceded to back up when my engine cut off suddenly and a loud warning came on , on my dash by the steering wheel it said ... engine off, shift to neutral and restart. That is what I did and it …
I am reporting a recurring issue with my 2023 Hyundai Elantra where the low oil pressure warning light illuminates consistently during strong acceleration. This is accompanied by a distinct smoky odor from the vehicle. Based on my research into recall 23V-859, which addresses fir…
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Vehicle routinely sputters and stalls at slow speeds. This happens once or twice during most times I use the car. This has happened in intersections and on highways at stop and go traffic. The car is not safe to drive. I haves brought the vehicle into the dealer at least three ti…
The vehicles horn does not when pressed. Multiple other users have complained of the same issue affecting their vehicle as well.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2023 Hyundai Elantra.
Recalls for 2023 Hyundai Elantra
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2023 Hyundai Elantra. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2023 Hyundai Elantra — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2023 Hyundai Elantra reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2023 Hyundai Elantra has 85 NHTSA owner complaints, 8 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Electrical Faults (21 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Hyundai Elantra?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (21 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (18 complaints). #3: Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (17 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Hyundai Elantra?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2023 Hyundai Elantra?▾
The 2023 Hyundai Elantra has 8 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 85 total NHTSA complaints. 6 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2023 Hyundai Elantra have any recalls?▾
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2023 Hyundai Elantra. The largest issue: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2023 Hyundai Elantra?▾
The 2023 Hyundai Elantra has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Electrical Faults issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Hyundai Elantra reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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