2019 Hyundai Elantra recalls and problems

The 2019 Hyundai Elantra has 1 recall and 253 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is engine.

How the 2019 compares

Average

Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Average complaint count among 27 Elantra model years — 16th most.

1recalls

253complaints

12crashes

3fires

4injuries

50,400median 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

Engine

Apr 28, 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V301000 · 158,493 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Risk: 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.

Remedy & notes

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.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Engine138

Unknown or other25

Forward Collision Avoidance8

Seat Belts6

Service Brakes6

Fuel System4

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

Complaints by year filed

2019 vs. other Hyundai Elantra years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2019. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2019 Hyundai Elantra have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign covering the 2019 Hyundai Elantra, the latest from Apr 28, 2021 (engine). 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 2019 Hyundai Elantra?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention engine (138), exterior lighting (65), electrical system (37). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.