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2019 Hyundai Elantra: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

1Safety recalls
251Owner complaints
4★NHTSA overall
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The 2019 Hyundai Elantra has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign and 251 owner complaints on file, with an overall 4-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Check a specific VIN to confirm whether recalls apply, whether repairs were completed, and what to verify before you buy.

2019 Hyundai Elantra safety record graphic showing 1 recalls, 251 owner complaints and 4-star overall NHTSA rating.
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Safety record reviewed October 2026 · sourced from NHTSA

The 2019 Hyundai Elantra has 1 safety recall campaign and 251 owner complaints on file with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and it earned an overall 4-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Below is the public model-level safety record. To see whether a specific Elantra had applicable recalls repaired and what its decoded VIN says, run that car's VIN.

Safety recalls

1

ENGINE

Campaign 21V301000 · 28/04/2021

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Elantra, 2019-2021 Kona and Veloster vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could result in engine damage.

RiskA damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, oil may leak onto hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.
RemedyDealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Hyundai will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.

What owners complain about

The systems 2019 Hyundai Elantra owners report most often to federal regulators:

Engine133
Exterior Lighting65
Electrical System37
Unknown Or Other25
Power Train11
Steering9

NHTSA crash-test ratings

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

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Hyundai Elantra have any recalls?

Yes. The 2019 Hyundai Elantra has 1 NHTSA recall campaign associated with this model year. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer when the exact VIN is affected. Check your specific VIN to confirm applicability and completion.

What problems do 2019 Hyundai Elantra owners report?

Owners have filed 251 complaints with the NHTSA for the 2019 Hyundai Elantra, most often about the engine, exterior lighting, electrical system.

How do I check a specific Elantra's history?

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