The Lemon Index2015 Hyundai Elantra.
The 2015 Hyundai Elantra is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 67 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 29, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about engine, it has 3 recalls, and it gets 27 to 31 mpg combined. It's the best Hyundai Elantra year we track.
One of the most reliable. 3.4× fewer complaints than average.
Worst year 2013
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 263 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Hyundai Elantra year. 2015 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 26K to 87K miles on the car (128 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 51K–104K miles
- steering complaints mostly came at 10K–59K miles
Recalls 3
- airbags 2026
The driver's air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.
- latches/locks/linkages 2024
The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside.
- 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.
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 148 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
Steering wheel has what feels like a notch in it. It sits right where you have to adjust the steering as you drive. You have to constantly compensate for this. I took my car to the dealer they reset something but it is back again.
2015 Hyundai Elantra owner · NHTSA complaint 10911072
More owner reports
Car cut off. Was no longer drivable. Had to get it towed to the dealership only to be told that I need a new engine. My car is a 2015 and only has 74,000 miles on it.
NHTSA complaint 11062899
Quick answers
Is the 2015 Hyundai Elantra reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 3.4× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 29; 100 is average, lower is better).
What are the most common 2015 Hyundai Elantra problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (21%), steering (18%) and airbags (15%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2015 Hyundai Elantra have?
3 safety recalls (latest: airbags). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2015 Hyundai Elantra get?
27 to 31 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2015 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 2015 Hyundai Elantra problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 26,300 and 87,000 miles. The middle report was at 53,800 miles, from 128 complaints.
Does the 2015 Hyundai Elantra have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2015 Hyundai Elantra cost in fuel a year?
About $2050 to $2400 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2015 Hyundai Elantra have?
1.8L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl.
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