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2024 Hyundai Elantra: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2024 Hyundai Elantra — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
More reported complaints than most sedan.
Owners filed 56 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 88% of 2024 sedans. Electrical System leads the reports (23%). 1 safety recall campaign on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2024 sedans, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
56
Reports to NHTSA, 2024
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
34
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 88% of 2024 sedans
The bar is this car's percentile among 2024 sedans by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Electrical System issues lead owner complaints (23% of 56 reports), followed by unknown or other (23%).
+ 7 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 56 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11703722, ODI 11700790, ODI 11677506, ODI 11663818, ODI 11655562.
Recalls(1)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
Engine And Engine CoolingJan 2024 · 24V308000Details +Close −
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.
Risk: 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.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2024 Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD NHTSA source
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Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elantra | 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S1) | 32 | 41 | 36 |
| Elantra | 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S1) | 31 | 40 | 34 |
| Elantra | 1.6L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 28 | 35 | 31 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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Compare model years
"Fewest reports" and "most complained" describe raw NHTSA complaint totals, not vehicle reliability. The last few model years are left unlabelled because they have had less road time.
2024 Hyundai Elantra: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2024 Hyundai Elantra?
Owners filed 56 NHTSA complaints about the 2024 Hyundai Elantra — more complaints than 88% of comparable 2024 sedans, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2024 Hyundai Elantra?
The most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (23% of complaints) and unknown or other (23%).
How many recalls does the 2024 Hyundai Elantra have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2024 Hyundai Elantra, covering components such as engine and engine cooling. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2024 Hyundai Elantra get?
The EPA rates the 2024 Hyundai Elantra between 31 and 36 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.