All cars · Hyundai Elantra · 2022
2022 Hyundai Elantra. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 6
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl hybrid | Auto (AM-S6) | FWD | 49 / 52 / 50 | Regular | $1,250 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (AM-S7) | FWD | 28 / 36 / 31 | Regular | $2,000 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 25 / 34 / 28 | Regular | $2,200 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (AV-S1) | FWD | 31 / 41 / 35 | Regular | $1,800 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 22 / 31 / 25 | Premium | $3,100 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (AM-S8) | FWD | 20 / 30 / 23 | Premium | $3,350 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 5,800 and 33,000 miles. Median 20,000, from 13 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 21,900 | 5,800–35,500 | 6 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 25% |
| Automatic emergency braking | 21% |
| Seat belts | 21% |
| Engine | 11% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 10% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 159 | 10 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 14 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 5
24V879000 Nov 2024 Back Over Prevention / Sensing System / Camera
Defect. 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."
Risk. A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's visibility and increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy. 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.
22V632000 Aug 2022 Air Bags / Frontal
Defect. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Elantra N and 2022-2023 Elantra vehicles. The emblem on the cover of the driver's front air bag may not have been welded properly, which can result in the emblem detaching upon deployment.
Risk. A detached air bag cover emblem may strike a vehicle occupant, which can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy. Dealers will replace the air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 234.
22V354000 May 2022 Seat Belts / Front
Defect. 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.
Risk. An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
Remedy. 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, Elant
22V218000 Apr 2022 Seat Belts / Front
Defect. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Elantra and 2020 Accent vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver and passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Risk. Exploding seat belt pretensioners can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
Remedy. Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed on May 31, 2022. A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 223. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 22V-354. Vehicles
22V123000 Mar 2022 Seat Belts / Front
Defect. 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.
Risk. An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.
Remedy. 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 recal
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Seat belt pretensioners may rupture | 2022 | 2023 |
Manufacturer communications 106
Hyundai filed 106 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Certain Hyundai vehicles may not be equipped with an immobilizer
- Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
- Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) warning
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Hyundai Elantra Hybrid 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Standard | Standard |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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