CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Vehicle Speed Control (11 reports).
2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid recalls
Rearview Camera May Fail to Display Image, Raising Crash Risk
A printed circuit board in the rearview camera system may be damaged, so the rearview camera image may fail to display.
Software Error Can Cause Unintended Acceleration
A software error in the motor control unit can cause the vehicle to accelerate unintentionally after the brake pedal is released.
Seat Belt Pretensioner May Explode in a Crash
Certain front seat belt pretensioners may explode when they deploy during a crash.
Seat Belt Pretensioner Can Explode in a Crash
Front seat belt pretensioners in certain vehicles may explode when they deploy during a crash.
Most common 2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid problems
Problem areas named in the 30 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 |
| Electrical System | 11 |
| Engine | 9 |
| Service Brakes | 5 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 4 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
What owners report
Approximately once every 500 - 2000 miles (maybe more frequently this year), my car suddenly begins to accelerate hard. This happens even if my foot is completely off the gas pedal. Usually, before the problem becomes severe, there are a few minutes in which I suspect the car is sometimes lurching forward, or losing some ability to accelerate. Then the problem worsens til the car is almost undriveable... it speeds up, I slow it down with the brakes, I release the brakes, the car speeds up, I slow it down with the brakes again, and so on. The problem goes away right away when I turn the car off and then back on. I brought the car to the the dealer to investigate this when the car was still pr
The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH during ice and snow, the engine revved, and there was an abnormal sound coming from the Hybrid battery. While turning, the contact stated that the vehicle had unintendedly accelerated. Additionally, the tire pressure warning light was illuminated. The contact believed that the failure was related to the Hybrid battery. The vehicle was driven to the residence, where it remained parked and was not driven since. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 44,900.
The headlights and back lights turn off at random times when the headlights are on the automatic setting. This problem happens very frequently at night, putting my family at risk when the lights go off and cannot see what is ahead of us. In addition to a cop pulling me over for not having my lights on and he asked me if I was playing with the lights since they were going on and off and luckily the cop did not give me a ticket when I explained and he saw the problem (he advised me to get on this website and to make a report). I have reported this problem to the Hyundai dealership for the past 3 years and I donât even think they take the time to investigate. The dealership just keeps telli
Check Hybrid System alarmed in heavy traffic and derated my car and put me in a very dangerous situation.
I am writing to report a serious and ongoing safety issue with my 2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid that remains unresolved despite multiple visits to Hyundai service centers and independent repair shops. Iâve also found numerous consumer discussions online describing nearly identical issues with the same model and newer Elantra Hybrid models, suggesting this may be part of a wider systemic defect. The core issue lies within the vehicleâs hybrid system. Shortly after a recent system/software update performed at a Hyundai dealership, a warning message began appearing at random intervals stating: âCheck Hybrid System.â This typically first appears after extended driving â often around 3 h
2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid questions
Does the 2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid: Rearview Camera May Fail to Display Image, Raising Crash Risk; Software Error Can Cause Unintended Acceleration; Seat Belt Pretensioner May Explode in a Crash; Seat Belt Pretensioner Can Explode in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid?
Based on 30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Vehicle Speed Control (11), Electrical System (11), Engine (9).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid has been fixed?
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