Does the 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid, the most recent reported on November 21, 2024 (Back over prevention: sensing system, camera). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid?

Owners have filed 40 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (13 complaints), followed by vehicle speed control (9).

How many 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid complaints mention a crash or fire?

3 of 40 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid recalls and problems

4 recalls and 40 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid recalls

Back over prevention: sensing system, camera

NHTSA campaign 24V879000 · reported November 21, 2024 · Hyundai Motor America · 226,118 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Santa Fe HEV, Elantra, Elantra HEV and 2022 Elantra N and Santa Fe PHEV vehicles. Due to a damaged printed circuit board, the rearview camera image may fail to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
The risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's visibility and increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 271.

Vehicle speed control · Electrical system

NHTSA campaign 23V589000 · reported August 18, 2023 · Hyundai Motor America · 37,997 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Elantra HEV vehicles. A software error in the motor control unit may cause unintended vehicle acceleration after the brake pedal is released.
The risk: Unintended vehicle acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the motor control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 29, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 248.

Seat belts: front · Seat belts: pretensioner

NHTSA campaign 22V354000 · reported May 19, 2022 · Hyundai Motor America · 230,233 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Accent, 2021-2022 Elantra, and 2021-2022 Elantra HEV vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
The risk: An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
The fix: Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioner(s) with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 28, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 229. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall numbers 21V-796, 22V-069, 22V-218, and 22V-123 for Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles. All Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles already repaired under the previous recalls will need to have the new remedy completed.

Seat belts: pretensioner · Seat belts: front

NHTSA campaign 22V123000 · reported March 3, 2022 · Hyundai Motor America · 140 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Elantra and Elantra HEV vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front passenger-side seat belt pretensioner may explode upon deployment.
The risk: An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 19, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 220. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-796 and 22V-069. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 22V-354. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system13
Vehicle speed control9
Power train8
Engine7
Forward collision avoidance6
Unknown or other5
Lane departure4
Seat belts4
Service brakes4
Exterior lighting3

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 15, 2026 · Electrical system
The vehicle's cruise control, which was set at 63 mph, set itself to 110 mph and began to accelerate before I turned it off. I reset the cruise control, and it happened again immediately afterwards.

Jun 7, 2026 · Electrical system
Vehicle: 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Safety Complaint: While driving on the highway, my 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid displayed a warning message stating “Check Hybrid System. Stop Safely.” Immediately after the warning appeared, the vehicle lost power and acceleration. The car entered a reduced-power mode, making it…

Dec 18, 2025 · Electrical system
This 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid poses an imminent fire and safety hazard due to catastrophic high-voltage system failures. On December 11, 2025 (Mileage: 54,527), the vehicle displayed a "Check Hybrid System" warning. The dealership diagnosed a swollen 12V battery and, critically, a melted power relay assembly and…

Sep 29, 2025 · Forward collision avoidance
The emergency braking system activated and began slowing down the car on two occasions: sometime in the fall of 2022 and on 09/01/2025. In both instances, I was driving about 65mpg on an interstate. There were no cars in front of me to cause the system to activate.

Jul 28, 2025 · Service brakes · crash reported
I was slowly pulling into a parking spot in a lot. As I approached the curb, I gently pressed the brake to come to a complete stop. However, instead of stopping, the vehicle suddenly and forcefully accelerated forward very fast without warning, resulting in a crash.

Elantra Hybrid model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2021	4	30	0	0
2022	4	40	3	0
2023	1	55	5	0
2024	1	6	0	1
2025	1	5	0	1

Across all years, the 2023 Elantra Hybrid has the most complaints (55). All Hyundai Elantra Hybrid years →

Questions

Does the 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid, the most recent reported on November 21, 2024 (Back over prevention: sensing system, camera). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid?: Owners have filed 40 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (13 complaints), followed by vehicle speed control (9).
How many 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid complaints mention a crash or fire?: 3 of 40 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 15, 2026.