2026 Hyundai Elantra N recalls and problems

The 2026 Hyundai Elantra N has 1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is engine.

Pictured: a 2025 model; the 2026 may differ in details. Photo: 2025 Hyundai Elantra N by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

How the 2026 compares

Lowest

Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Lowest complaint count among 5 Elantra N model years — 5th most. Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are still growing.

1recalls

1complaints

0crashes

1fires

0injuries

—median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

Does your car have an open recall?
Recalls apply to specific vehicles. Only a VIN lookup on NHTSA's official site shows whether yours is affected and still unrepaired.

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1 recall

Wheels

Oct 20, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V693000 · 17 vehicles

Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2026 Venue, Elantra N, Elantra Hybrid, and Elantra vehicles. The wheel lug nuts may loosen and allow the wheel to detach.

Risk: Wheel detachment can cause a loss of vehicle control or create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the hub bearing assemblies and reinstall the wheels, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 19, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 310. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 23, 2026.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Engine1

Fuel System1

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

2026 vs. other Hyundai Elantra N years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2026. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2026 Hyundai Elantra N have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign covering the 2026 Hyundai Elantra N, the latest from Oct 20, 2026 (wheels). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2026 Hyundai Elantra N?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention engine (1), fuel system (1). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.