The Lemon Index2014 Hyundai Elantra.
The 2014 Hyundai Elantra is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 92 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 36, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about steering, it has 2 recalls, and it gets 27 to 31 mpg combined. The best Hyundai Elantra year is 2015.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 396 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Hyundai Elantra year. 2014 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 18K to 98K miles on the car (221 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- engine complaints mostly came at 60K–114K miles
- electrical complaints mostly came at 13K–82K miles
- brakes complaints mostly came at 20K–80K miles
Recalls 2
- brakes 2023
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
- brakes 2017
The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Hyundai told dealers about
Hyundai sent dealers 150 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- The MDPS (motor driven power steering) assembly contains a flexible rubber coupling which may…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- OpenHyundai and kia abs module fires2023
- ClosedThrottle control system vulnerabilities2021–2023
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Elantra 2 DR FWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
| Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Hyundai Elantra GT 5 HB FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2050–2400 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 1.8L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
I got this as a rental car and am afraid to drive it. Every time I go over a pothole, I feel like I lose control of the car. I've never had a car feel like this and it just feels dangerous.
2014 Hyundai Elantra owner · NHTSA complaint 10619503
More owner reports
The steering sticks in the center position. Extra effort is required to move the steering wheel left or right from the center position when driving. Condition developed at 12,000 miles.
NHTSA complaint 10893601
Airbag come on stay on and oil light come on and off
NHTSA complaint 11053623
Quick answers
Is the 2014 Hyundai Elantra reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 2.8× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 36; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Hyundai Elantra year by this measure is 2015.
What are the most common 2014 Hyundai Elantra problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are steering (20%), engine (17%) and electrical (14%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2014 Hyundai Elantra have?
2 safety recalls (latest: brakes). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Hyundai Elantra get?
27 to 31 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2014 Hyundai Elantra safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2014 Hyundai Elantra problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 18,800 and 98,900 miles. The middle report was at 58,400 miles, from 221 complaints.
Does the 2014 Hyundai Elantra have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2014 Hyundai Elantra cost in fuel a year?
About $2050 to $2400 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2014 Hyundai Elantra have?
1.8L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl.
What Hyundai Elantra year is better than the 2014?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2015, 2014 and 2016.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works