Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
The most-reported problem — Engine (21.3% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.
Engine complaints here are 1.7× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 92 · 21.3% | not available | — |
| Air Bags | 77 · 17.9% | Recalled | Recall 13V115000 |
| Steering | 73 · 16.9% | not available | — |
| Suspension | 61 · 14.2% | Recalled | Recall 15V629000 |
| Electrical System | 47 · 10.9% | not available | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 34 · 7.9% | Recalled | Recall 15V871000 |
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Percentages are the share of the 431 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
NHTSA campaign 15V629000 · 2015 · reported 10/07/2015
If a front coil spring fractures, it may contact the tire, possibly puncturing it, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 15V871000 · 2015 · reported 12/23/2015
If the one or more of the brakes are inappropriately applied, control of the vehicle may be lost, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 13V115000 · 2013 · reported 04/01/2013
If the headliner support bracket makes contact with an occupant during a crash, it may cause a laceration injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 20V393000 · 2020 · reported 07/02/2020
An overheated accessory outlet increases the risk of fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 23V651000 · 2023 · reported 09/22/2023
An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · Park outside · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
“THE ENGINE HAS BEEN MAKING A KNOCKING NOISE BUT NO ONE COULD FIND A PROBLEM. CAR CUT OFF A FEW TIMES WHILE DRIVING IN STOP…”NHTSA complaint 10822079 — filed 01/25/2016 · ENGINE
“THE HYUNDAI ELANTRA HAS AN INTERMITTENT STARTING PROBLEM. THIS PROBLEM IS HARD TO DUPLICATE. THE SOLUTION REQUIRES VARIOUS ATTEMPTS AT TRYING THE START SWITCH ALONG…”NHTSA complaint 10782592 — filed 10/15/2015 · ENGINE
“WHEN DRIVING IT IS DIFFICULT AT TIME TO REGULATE MY SPEED. IF I STOP AT A RED LIGHT AND THEN TRY TO DRIVE ON A…”NHTSA complaint 10764580 — filed 09/17/2015 · ENGINE
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 92 of 431 NHTSA complaints (21.3%), followed by air bags (77), steering (73), suspension (61). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
431 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 17 involved a crash, 8 involved a fire, and 10 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Yes — 5 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 15V629000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
