Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Electrical system11
- Vehicle speed control10
- Engine8
- Service brakes5
- Unknown or other4
- Forward collision avoidance3
- Fuel/propulsion system3
- Power train1
- Suspension1
- Exterior lighting1
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 0 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
Crash-test ratings
NHTSA 5-star results for 1 variant; 1 of 1 rated variants score five stars overall. Rollover risk is the estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Variant | Overall | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | 10.1 % |
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
- Forward collision warning
- No
- Lane departure warning
- Standard
- Best overall rating
- 5 / 5
NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), api.nhtsa.gov · US federal work, public domain
Fuel consumption
Official Canadian test results for 1 variant: combined 4.4 L/100 km (about 53 mpg US), CO₂ 103 g/km.
| Variant | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elantra Hybrid Blue · Mid-size · Regular gasoline | 4.5 | 4.2 | 4.4 |
Litres per 100 km. Natural Resources Canada, Fuel consumption ratings (open.canada.ca) · Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
24V879000 · Back over prevention21 Nov 2024 · 226,118 vehicles
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."
23V589000 · Vehicle speed control18 Aug 2023 · 37,997 vehicles
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.
22V354000 · Seat belts19 May 2022 · 230,233 vehicles
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.
21V796000 · Seat belts13 Oct 2021 · 978 vehicles
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Elantra, Elantra HEV, Venue, Genesis GV80 and 2022 Genesis GV70 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What Hyundai told its dealers about the 2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 11006111 | Some vehicles equipped with the AVN 5th Gen Wide system may exhibit a condition where the radio app crashes frequently when entering radio mode and/or displays a message that reads Uneven Road Ahead, Drive carefully on the cluster along with a warning sound. Follow the procedure outlined in this bulletin to update the AVN software to resolve this condition. |
| 11006056 | Certain Elantra hybrid (CN7 HEV), Sonata hybrid (DN8 HEV), and Tucson hybrid (NX4 HEV) vehicles may exhibit a warning light due to DTC Code P1BB20 (12V Lithium Battery Cell Voltage High). Follow the procedure in TSB 24-01-054H (or latest version) to perform the update the Battery management System (BMS) software. |
| 11006055 | This bulletin provides the procedure to update the software for the Battery Management System (BMS) on certain Elantra Hybrid (CN7 HEV), Sonata Hybrid (DN8 HEV), and Tucson Hybrid (NX4 HEV) vehicles that may exhibit a warning light with DTC P1BB20. |
| 10251285 | This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming partially separated on the inner side of the wiper blade, which could lead to poor wiping performance and/or possible scratching of the windshield glass. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to properly remove the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all new wiper blades. |
| 10251282 | Hyundai has launched an anti-theft software upgrade and window decal campaign (Campaign 993), combined with an anti-theft steering wheel lock campaign (Campaign P32), and anti-theft ignition cylinder protector campaign (Campaign 9A5) in response to an increase in thefts of certain 2011-2022MY Hyundai vehicles not equipped with engine immobilizers targeted through social media. Campaign 9A8 has also been released to provide a revised software update to certain 2018 model year Elantra vehicles. For certain vehicles that cannot be upgraded with the software under Campaign 993, Hyundai is offerin |
| 10249699 | Some vehicles equipped with the AVN 5th Gen Wide system may exhibit a condition where the radio app crashes frequently when entering radio mode and/or displays a message that reads Uneven Road Ahead, Drive carefully on the cluster along with a warning sound. Follow the procedure outlined in this bulletin to update the AVN software to resolve this condition. |
| 10247189 | This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services. |
| 10240087 | This Service Information bulletin provides information on how to update the Apple Carplay software from Hyundais Navigation Updates page. The current version of Google Maps has 10 times the data transmission compared to the previous version. As a countermeasure, an update with a frame skip logic has been added to resolve the data congestion with Google Maps. |
| 10235566 | Hyundai applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships. It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust, acid rain, and industrial fallout. In rare cases, the paint can become clouded under the PPF. These spots are the result of moisture trapped between the PPF and the paint. |
| 10230904 | This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. Lamp assembly replacement is NOT necessary in most cases. This condition can be eliminated by turning on the lamps with the engine running for several minutes or during normal driving operation. |
| 10228216 | This bulletin provides information related to a Modular Clutch Actuator (MCA) compliance software update for P17D249, a permanent DTC that cannot be cleared with the CARB drive cycle. The software update allows the MCA to send the appropriate diagnostics status to the Hybrid Power Control Unit (HPCU) so the DTC can be cleared when the CARB drive cycle has been met. Certain vehicles may experience a check engine light. |
| 10228215 | A compliance software update is needed for DTC P17D249, a permanent DTC that affects the MCA (Modular Clutch Actuator). The software update allows the MCA to send the appropriate diagnostics status to the HPCU (Hybrid Power Control Unit) so the DTC can be cleared when the CARB drive cycle has been met. Certain vehicles may experience a check engine light. |
| 10227331 | A compliance software update is needed for DTC P17D249, a permanent DTC that affects the MCA (Modular Clutch Actuator). The software update allows the MCA to send the appropriate diagnostics status to the HPCU (Hybrid Power Control Unit) so the DTC can be cleared when the CARB drive cycle has been met. Certain vehicles may experience a check engine light. |
| 10227328 | This bulletin provides information related to a Modular Clutch Actuator (MCA) compliance software update for P17D249, a permanent DTC that cannot be cleared with the CARB drive cycle. The software update allows the MCA to send the appropriate diagnostics status to the Hybrid Power Control Unit (HPCU) so the DTC can be cleared when the CARB drive cycle has been met. Certain vehicles may experience a check engine light. |
| 10225460 | Some 2021 ~ 2022MY Elantra (CN7, CN7a, CN7 HEV) vehicles may exhibit a condition with multiple warning lights displayed on the instrument cluster and various symptoms; multiple DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Code), reduction in power steering assist, and not able to shift out of Park. Possible DTCs set are: C181287 CAN Time-out Gateway C181208 CAN Time-out Gateway C180581 LKAS CAN Signal Error C181887 CAN Time-out BCA B109052 TCU Missing Error This bulletin provides the service procedure to update the ICU (Integrated Central Control Unit) software to resolve the conditions stated abo |
| 10222083 | Some 2021 ~ 2022MY Elantra (CN7, CN7a, CN7 HEV) vehicles may exhibit a condition with multiple warning lights displayed on the instrument cluster and various symptoms; multiple DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Code), reduction in power steering assist, and not able to shift out of Park. Possible DTCs set are: C181287 CAN Time-out Gateway, C181208 CAN Time-out Gateway, C180581 LKAS CAN Signal Error, C181887 CAN Time-out BCA, B109052 TCU Missing Error This bulletin provides the service procedure to update the ICU (Integrated Central Control Unit) software to resolve the conditions stated above. |
| 10217258 | Effective June 2, 2008, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 110 (FMVSS 110) established a threshold for correcting load carrying capacity information indicated on tire placards when vehicle weight has been increased before retail sale. This limit is the lesser of 1.5% of GVWR or 100 pounds. If the total added weight exceeds the lesser of the limit, a label must be added to the driver-side B-pillar within 25mm (1 inch) of the original tire placard. |
| 10217251 | Follow the guidelines outlined in this bulletin to inspect and clean or replace certain components of the engine intake system accordingly during engine short block or sub-assembly replacement. |
| 10215599 | Certain vehicles may develop a bearing noise within the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) column worm shaft assembly. If bearing noise is heard, follow the procedure in this bulletin to replace the worm shaft bearing. |
| 10213725 | If you are servicing an applicable model with Hybrid Drive Motor (Traction Motor) improper operation or any DTC listed in the related shop manual, Motor Control System, refer to the shop manual for diagnosis. If the diagnosis indicates a faulty hybrid drive motor, refer to the Service Procedure and replace the hybrid drive motor. |
| 10207810 | Certain 2021MY Elantra vehicles may exhibit paint delamination on the left, right and lower moldings of the front bumper. Follow the procedure outlined in this bulletin to remove and replace the dark chrome front bumper moldings. |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)