CarRecallWatchThe 2015 Hyundai Elantra has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 262 complaints with NHTSA, including 27 crashes, 8 fires, 25 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (92 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 5 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2015 Hyundai Elantra recalls
Driver's air bag may rupture and spray metal fragments
The driver's frontal air bag inflator in these vehicles may rupture when the air bag deploys.
Trunk May Not Open From Inside, Risking Trapped Occupant
The trunk latch can become damaged, which may prevent the trunk from being opened from the inside.
ABS Module Can Leak Fluid and Short Out, Causing Fire Risk
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module in these Hyundai vehicles may leak brake fluid internally.
Most common 2015 Hyundai Elantra problems
Problem areas named in the 262 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 92 |
| Unknown Or Other | 48 |
| Service Brakes | 29 |
| Steering | 26 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 26 |
| Electrical System | 23 |
| Air Bags | 23 |
| Power Train | 18 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 15 |
| Structure | 14 |
What owners report
The vehicle experienced severe, sudden loss of power while driving, leaving the car unable to exceed approximately 40 MPH on public roads and highways. This restriction creates an immediate rear-end collision hazard and severely degrades acceleration under traffic conditions. Diagnostic & Technical History: The vehicle previously triggered Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P1326 (Knock Sensor / Engine Limp Mode). Diagnostic testing at Holler Hyundai under Techline Case #2026040700281 confirmed severe internal mechanical compression failure in Cylinder 4. Cylinder 4 failed dry compression testing and required a wet compression test (oil added to the cylinder) to hold pressure at 151 PSI. Severe i
I am writing to formally report a serious vehicle safety concern involving a 2015 Hyundai Elantra, VIN [XXX], which is owned by my mother. The vehicle experienced a sudden loss of power steering assistance, creating an immediate and significant safety concern. This could have caused a series issue to myself and others on the road. Following the incident, I took the vehicle to a Hyundai dealership for inspection and diagnosis. The dealership advised that the vehicleâs VIN is not currently covered by a Hyundai recall for this issue. What is particularly concerning is that Hyundai has issued recalls involving power steering/electric power steering failures and related loss-of-steering-as
Failed engine due to class action recall
I purchased the vehicle from a private party on 8/18/21 with 38,310 miles. Almost immediately after owning the vehicle I noticed the engine oil level was low.. The owner had said she had just got an oil change so I thought maybe the shop just left it low. Then I noticed it low again a month later, and that was the start of my nearly 5 year journey of having the carrying quarts of oil in the trunk of my car because the engine was burning the oil so quickly. Finally on 5/08/26 the car begins to run very poorly, long story short my personal mechanic and Hyundai of Ontario both confirm the engine is bad and needs to be replaced. I understand there is a history of this year of Hyundai engines bur
The engine failed on a 2015 Hyundai Elantra with approximately 71,000 miles. The vehicle has an open, unresolved safety recall (Recall 251, NHTSA #23V651000) for an ABS module brake fluid leak that Hyundai has acknowledged but has not provided a remedy for. The vehicle is currently at an independent repair facility and is available for inspection upon request. The vehicle repeatedly shut off without warning while in motion and restarted mid-drive, causing sudden loss of power steering and power brakes while driving. This occurred on multiple occasions and was documented by an independent service center in February 2026. This presents a serious risk of accident, injury, or death to the driver
2015 Hyundai Elantra safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Hyundai Elantra 2 DR FWD | Not rated | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| 2015 Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (10.9% rollover risk) |
2015 Hyundai Elantra questions
Does the 2015 Hyundai Elantra have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2015 Hyundai Elantra: Driver's air bag may rupture and spray metal fragments; Trunk May Not Open From Inside, Risking Trapped Occupant; ABS Module Can Leak Fluid and Short Out, Causing Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Hyundai Elantra?
Based on 262 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (92), Unknown Or Other (48), Service Brakes (29).
How safe is the 2015 Hyundai Elantra?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2015 Hyundai Elantra up to 5 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 Hyundai Elantra has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.