2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid recalls and problems

1 recall and 55 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid.

1
recalls
55
owner complaints
5
complaints mentioning a crash
0
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.

2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid recalls

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.

Most reported problems

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

What owners report

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

Sep 29, 2026 · Exterior lighting

The passenger rear tail light started to show condensation and pooling water after a rain. The technician stated it was fine. The passenger rear tail light started to work intermittently and now only the break light works because it is a bulb light not an LED. Replacement requires an entirely new light system put in…

Aug 17, 2026 · Suspension

I am the original owner of a 2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Limited. At approximately 114,719 miles, the vehicle began exhibiting intermittent shaking, rumbling, swaying, wobbling, and lateral instability. The condition is most noticeable at highway speeds and after bumps or other road disturbances, although it has also…

Apr 23, 2026 · Service brakes

I am reporting a serious safety issue involving my 2023 Hyundai Elantra. The vehicle experienced a sudden mechanical and/or electrical malfunction that made it unsafe to operate. While driving, the vehicle began displaying warning indicators and experienced abnormal performance consistent with a system malfunction…

Apr 18, 2026 · Electrical system

Got a check hybrid system while driving on a busy road. Car couldn’t accelerate and had to come to a complete stop.

Jan 2, 2026 · Power train · crash reported

I was performing a low-speed maneuver to reverse-park into my driveway. After making a right turn between my driveway and the driveway of a neighboring townhouse across the street, I came to a complete stop. When I shifted the vehicle into reverse, the vehicle did not reverse as expected and instead unexpectedly…

Elantra Hybrid model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2021 43000
2022 44030
2023 15550
2024 1601
2025 1501
2026 2000

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

Questions

Does the 2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid, the most recent reported on August 18, 2023 (Vehicle speed control, Electrical system). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid?
Owners have filed 55 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (17 complaints), followed by forward collision avoidance (13).
How many 2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid complaints mention a crash or fire?
5 of 55 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 29, 2026.