The 2015 Hyundai Elantra is associated with 262 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 3 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database. The most frequently reported component area is Engine, accounting for 56 reports (21% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 9 certified vehicle configurations spanning 1.8l 4-cyl and 2l 4-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 27 to 31 MPG combined.
Key Data Findings
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 262 reports
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 3 campaigns
- • Top Reported Defect Area: Engine (56 / 21%)
- • Safety Incident Signals: 27 crash / 8 fire / 16 injury reports
- • NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
- • EPA Efficiency: 27–31 MPG (9 variants)
Data Note: Compiled directly from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| Elantra | 1.8L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 27 MPG | 37 MPG | 31 MPG | — | $2,000 / yr |
| Elantra Limited | 1.8L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 27 MPG | 36 MPG | 30 MPG | — | $2,050 / yr |
| Elantra | 1.8L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 27 MPG | 36 MPG | 30 MPG | — | $2,050 / yr |
| Elantra | 2L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 24 MPG | 35 MPG | 28 MPG | — | $2,200 / yr |
| Elantra | 2L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 24 MPG | 34 MPG | 28 MPG | — | $2,200 / yr |
| Elantra Coupe | 2L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 24 MPG | 34 MPG | 28 MPG | — | $2,200 / yr |
| Elantra Coupe | 2L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 23 MPG | 34 MPG | 27 MPG | — | $2,300 / yr |
| Elantra GT | 2L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 24 MPG | 32 MPG | 27 MPG | — | $2,300 / yr |
| Elantra GT | 2L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 24 MPG | 33 MPG | 27 MPG | — | $2,300 / yr |
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
| 2 DR FWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
| 4 DR FWD | | | | | 10.9% |
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as No and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as No in official NHTSA records for tested 2015 Hyundai Elantra models.
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Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
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Affected Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Defect Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. 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.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
Affected Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Elantra and 2016 Elantra GT vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the air bag inflator, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated August, 2026.
Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 300. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 16, 2026.
Affected Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH
Defect Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Elantra vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will replace the trunk latch base sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 256.
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