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2019 Hyundai Elantra

Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues

Engine is the leading concern among 251 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 16th highest complaint count among 26 Elantra model years with reports.

Complaints by model year
  20. 251

Of the 2019 reports, 12 involved a crash and 3 involved a fire. 4 people were injured and 1 person died.

Primary concernEngine133 reports · 53% of complaints
Owner complaints251Filed with NHTSA
Recall relationship1 safety recallNHTSA campaign records

What owners report most often

  1. Engine133
  2. Exterior lighting65
  3. Electrical system37
  4. Other or unspecified25
  5. Power train11
  6. Steering9
  7. Forward collision avoidance7
  8. Seat belts6

Recalls and investigations

  1. EngineApr 28, 2021

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Elantra, 2019-2021 Kona and Veloster vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could result in engine damage.

    A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, oil may leak onto hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.

    Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Hyundai will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.

    Campaign 21V301000 on NHTSA.gov

Representative owner complaints

251 reports, newest first.

  1. Other or unspecified, Mar 24, 2019

    THE WIND NOISE IS VERY BAD AT ANY SPEED AND THE SUSPENSION SYSTEM IS VERY BAD ON BUMPS.