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Hyundai Elantra by model year
We have EPA fuel economy for 12 model years of the Hyundai Elantra (2015–2026). The 2026 model is rated 23–54 mpg combined. Across these years NHTSA's file lists 28 different recall campaigns.
Recall file dated Oct 28, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026
Compare Hyundai Elantra years
Pick a year for trim-by-trim fuel economy, every recall with its remedy, the components owners complain about most and NHTSA crash-test scores.
| Model year | Versions | EPA combined | Recalls | Complaints | Overall rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Elantra | 7 | 23–54 mpg | 4 | 4 | 5/5 |
| 2025 Elantra | 7 | 23–54 mpg | 2 | 34 | 5/5 |
| 2024 Elantra | 7 | 23–54 mpg | 2 | 63 | 5/5 |
| 2023 Elantra | 7 | 23–54 mpg | 4 | 170 | 5/5 |
| 2022 Elantra | 8 | 23–54 mpg | 8 | 159 | 5/5 |
| 2021 Elantra | 6 | 28–54 mpg | 7 | 162 | 5/5 |
| 2020 Elantra | 8 | 26–36 mpg | 3 | 262 | 4/5 |
| 2019 Elantra | 9 | 25–35 mpg | 1 | 266 | 4/5 |
| 2018 Elantra | 10 | 25–35 mpg | 1 | 335 | 4/5 |
| 2017 Elantra | 8 | 25–35 mpg | 4 | 796 | 5/5 |
| 2016 Elantra | 7 | 27–31 mpg | 2 | 300 | 5/5 |
| 2015 Elantra | 9 | 27–31 mpg | 3 | 261 | 5/5 |
Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov (DOE/EPA). Recalls and complaints: NHTSA files. A dash means we could not match that year to NHTSA records by name or no rating is published.
Complaint counts grow as a model ages, so older years usually show more complaints than newer ones.
What the numbers mean
EPA combined is the Environmental Protection Agency's blended city and highway estimate from standardized lab tests; ranges cover all engines and drivetrains sold that year. Recalls counts NHTSA safety recall campaigns that name that model year. Complaints counts unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA since 2015. Overall rating is the best NHTSA 5-Star score among the tested versions.
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Latest Hyundai Elantra recalls
The most recent recall campaigns covering any Hyundai Elantra year we list. Open a model year for the full description and remedy.
- 26V692000 — Suspension: Front: Macpherson strut, reported Oct 20, 2026; model years 2026
- 26V693000 — Wheels: Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs, reported Oct 20, 2026; model years 2026
- 26V308000 — Electrical system: Propulsion system: Hybrid management: Power control unit/module (hpcu), reported May 14, 2026; model years 2024, 2025, 2026
- 26V307000 — Air bags: Frontal: Driver side: Inflator module, reported May 14, 2026; model years 2015, 2016
- 26V254000 — Air bags: Sensor: Side impact, reported Apr 20, 2026; model years 2025, 2026
- 24V879000 — Back over prevention: Sensing system: Camera, reported Nov 21, 2024; model years 2021, 2022
- 24V528000 — Fuel system, gasoline: Delivery: Fuel pump: Control/drive module, reported Jul 11, 2024; model years 2022, 2023
- 24V308000 — Engine and engine cooling: Exhaust system: Emission control: Gas recirculation valve (egr valve), reported May 1, 2024; model years 2024
- 24V146000 — Latches/locks/linkages: Trunk lid: Latch, reported Feb 23, 2024; model years 2015, 2016
- 23V651000 — Service brakes, hydraulic: Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: Control unit/module, reported Sep 22, 2023; model years 2015
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether your car is affected with your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Sources
- FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
- NHTSA recall and consumer complaint flat files, dated Oct 28, 2026; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
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