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2023 Hyundai Elantra Problems: 4 Known Issues
2023 model year · 456+ owner reports · Updated September 2026
2023 · All trims · All engines
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2023 model year · 456+ owner reports · Updated September 2026
2023 · All trims · All engines
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According to Au7o's analysis of 456+ owner reports, the 2023 Hyundai Elantra has 4 documented known issues, with 3 rated critical. The most serious are Hybrid Motor Control Unit Software Error Causing Unintended Acceleration After Brake Release (Recall 23V589) ($0-$0 repair), Elantra N Fuel Pump Failure Causing Loss of Drive Power (Recall 24V528) ($0-$0 repair) and Phantom / False Automatic Emergency Braking and Forward Collision Activation ($0-$350 repair). The most commonly reported issue is IVT/CVT Transmission Failure and Power Loss with 456 owner reports. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
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.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
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.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
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.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
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.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
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."
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According to Au7o's analysis of 456+ owner reports, the 2023 Hyundai Elantra has 4 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Hybrid Motor Control Unit Software Error Causing Unintended Acceleration After Brake Release (Recall 23V589), Elantra N Fuel Pump Failure Causing Loss of Drive Power (Recall 24V528), Phantom / False Automatic Emergency Braking and Forward Collision Activation. Of these, 3 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
The 2023 Hyundai Elantra has 4 known issues documented across 456+ owner reports. 3 issues are rated critical: Hybrid Motor Control Unit Software Error Causing Unintended Acceleration After Brake Release (Recall 23V589) and Elantra N Fuel Pump Failure Causing Loss of Drive Power (Recall 24V528) and Phantom / False Automatic Emergency Braking and Forward Collision Activation. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
Repair costs for known Hyundai Elantra issues range from $0 to $5,500, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Hybrid Motor Control Unit Software Error Causing Unintended Acceleration After Brake Release (Recall 23V589), typically costs $0-$0 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
Elantra Hybrids from the CN7 generation were recalled because a software error in the motor control unit can command drive torque from the traction motor when the driver lifts off the brake pedal, producing unintended acceleration. This is a hybrid-only defect: it lives in the MC… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
The 2022-2023 Elantra N with the 2.0L Theta III turbocharged engine was recalled because the fuel pump can fail, cutting fuel delivery and causing a loss of drive power while the car is being driven. On a 276 hp turbo car this is more than an inconvenience - a stall in traffic or… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
The Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) and Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance systems can trigger hard automatic emergency braking when no real obstacle is present. Owners report sudden, unprompted braking at 40-65 mph on open road, plus false activation when a vehicle passes c… Repairs typically run $0-$350. Severity: high.
The Smart Stream IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission) in newer Elantras has experienced early failures, sometimes before reaching 20,000 miles. Issues include sudden power loss, check engine lights, and RPM fluctuations. Hyundai issued TSB 20-01-047H addressing transmission co… Repairs typically run $0-$5,500. Severity: medium.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.