Hyundai Elantra GT problems by model year
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
NHTSA has 104 owner complaints and 2 recalls on file for the Hyundai Elantra GT (2013–2020). The 2018 Elantra GT has the most serious complaints, most often about engine.
- Complaints
- 104
- Recalls
- 2
- Model years
- 8
- Worst year
- 2018
Complaints by model year
Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.
Worst Hyundai Elantra GT years to buy
Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).
- 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT — 39 complaints, 1 fire; top problem: Engine
Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2015 (1 complaints).
Every Hyundai Elantra GT model year
| Year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Recalls | Top problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Elantra GT | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Engine |
| 2019 Elantra GT | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Engine |
| 2018 Elantra GT | 39 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | Engine |
| 2017 Elantra GT | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Engine |
| 2016 Elantra GT | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | Engine |
| 2015 Elantra GT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Engine |
| 2014 Elantra GT | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Engine |
| 2013 Elantra GT | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Airbags |
Most common Hyundai Elantra GT problem areas (all years)
- Engine77 complaints
- Transmission & Drivetrain12 complaints
- Electrical System8 complaints
- Driver Assistance & Safety Tech6 complaints
- Brakes6 complaints
- Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion5 complaints
- Wheels & Tires4 complaints
- Steering3 complaints
- Acceleration & Cruise Control3 complaints
- Suspension2 complaints
Complaint trend
Hyundai Elantra GT recalls
Risk: An air bag inflator that ruptures may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or passengers, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Risk: If the sunroof does not detect an obstacle while closing and then retract, there could be an increased risk of injury.
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- Hyundai Santa FE Sport901 complaints
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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology