NHTSA & EPA data · updated October 21, 2026

2025 Hyundai Elantra recalls, problems & safety ratings

Quick answer

NHTSA lists 0 recalls for the 2025 Hyundai Elantra and 22 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are unknown or other (5), lane departure (5), forward collision avoidance (4). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 31–50 mpg combined, depending on engine.

The 2025 has the fewest owner complaints of any Elantra model year from 2012 to 2025. It has 0 recalls vs. an average of 2.6 per model year.

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Recalls 0

Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2025 Hyundai Elantra. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

No recalls are on file with NHTSA for the 2025 Hyundai Elantra.

Common problems

From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.

Most-reported problem areas

Unknown or other5
Lane departure5
Forward collision avoidance4
Air bags3
Engine3
Seat belts2
Service brakes2
Power train1

By the numbers

22owner complaints filed
4involved a crash
0involved a fire
8injuries reported

Recent owner reports

09/14/2026 · Air bags,seat belts,forward collision avoidance

My 2026 Hyundai Elantra at 3,300 miles experienced a severe frontal impact with 6g logitudinal deceleration due to uncommanded acceleration and complete brake blindness. Depiste this severe impact, neither airbags nor seatbelt pretensioners deployed. At -2.5 sec. prior to impact, the Forward Collision Avoidance Assist data drops off and goes completely silent. There were no war…

07/11/2026 · Power train,electrical system,engine

The control panel /radio panel has had a glitch or blacked out screen where it wouldn't come back on for a few hours and I could smell electrical or plastic burning after it did come back on after that the radio started changing channel on its own while screen glitched on and of with saturated static wrench on my dash comes on periodically. The tires pressure unit never has the…

07/05/2026 · Seat belts

The rear driver‑side seat belt in my 2025 Hyundai Elantra will not extend or retract. The seat belt was used under normal conditions, with no excessive force, misuse, or accident that would cause damage. It suddenly stopped functioning and is now completely inoperable. A non‑functioning seat belt is a serious safety hazard because passengers cannot be properly restrained. I br…

Safety ratings

2025 Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Fuel economy

EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2025 Hyundai Elantra.

Elantra

Auto (AM-S7) · 4 cyl · 1.6 L · Turbo · SIDI

28city
35hwy
31combined

Regular

Elantra

Auto (AV-S1) · 4 cyl · 2.0 L

30city
39hwy
34combined

Regular

Elantra Hybrid

Auto (AM-S6) · 4 cyl · 1.6 L

49city
52hwy
50combined

Regular

Other model years

Compare every Hyundai Elantra year

Questions

How many recalls does the 2025 Hyundai Elantra have?

NHTSA lists 0 recalls for the 2025 Hyundai Elantra. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Hyundai Elantra?

Based on 22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are unknown or other (5), lane departure (5), forward collision avoidance (4).

Is the 2025 Hyundai Elantra safe?

The 2025 Hyundai Elantra earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.

Is the 2025 a good year for the Hyundai Elantra?

The 2025 has the fewest owner complaints of any Elantra model year from 2012 to 2025. It has 0 recalls vs. an average of 2.6 per model year.

What gas mileage does the 2025 Hyundai Elantra get?

EPA ratings for the 2025 Hyundai Elantra range from 31 to 50 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.

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Related vehicles

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved October 21, 2026. NHTSA model names used: ELANTRA, Elantra.

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