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2019 Hyundai Elantra

Owner reports · Recalls · Investigations

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Owner complaints for the 2019 Hyundai Elantra do not stand out strongly from the model-year median of 182.

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When problems were reported

Mileage at the reported incident

Limited mileage data: 57 of 250 reports include usable mileage. There isn’t enough coverage to show a useful chart.

NHTSA’s mileage field refers to the reported incident, not necessarily the filing date. This shows report counts, not the likelihood of a failure.

What to inspect

Issues worth paying extra attention to based on owner reports.

  • Engine. Review the 132 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Exterior Lighting. Review the 65 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Electrical System. Review the 37 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →

NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.

12 crash reports3 fire reports3 injury reports

What owners actually said

250 reports
Mileage unknown · Oct 23, 2021
Engine

El vehículo comenzó a apagarse ,en el taller se mencionó que el problema es con las válvulas del motor y según el taller es por falta de mantenimiento ,sin embargo al vehículo se le dió el mantenimiento adecuado.

NHTSA ODI #11437853

30,817 miles · Sep 29, 2021
Engine

The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that she previously received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V301000 (Engine). The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and had the recall repair performed. The following day, the contact stated that upon starting her vehicle, several unknown warning lights i…

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The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that she previously received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V301000 (Engine). The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and had the recall repair performed. The following day, the contact stated that upon starting her vehicle, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. The contact took the vehicle back to the dealer after experiencing another failure. The contact was then informed that the failure was not related to the recall repair, but due to poor maintenance and upkeep. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The manufacturer had been notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,817.

NHTSA ODI #11434896

19,000 miles · Sep 16, 2021
Engine

The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, a knocking noise was present coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who examined the engine and determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer …

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The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, a knocking noise was present coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who examined the engine and determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure by the service center. The contact was informed that the vehicle was included in the NHTSA campaign number 21V301000 (Engine). The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced the same failure listed in the recall. The contact was concerned that he would be charged for the repair. The failure mileage was 19,000.

NHTSA ODI #11433166

Mileage unknown · Sep 13, 2021
Exterior Lighting

Headlights will not go to high beam at times, other times the right side will not return back to low beam. I have had this problem many times and Hyundi replaced both headlights, but now they say they won't fix them because of the miles. This headlight design was new for the 2019 model year, I had a 2018, and a 2017 and had no …

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Headlights will not go to high beam at times, other times the right side will not return back to low beam. I have had this problem many times and Hyundi replaced both headlights, but now they say they won't fix them because of the miles. This headlight design was new for the 2019 model year, I had a 2018, and a 2017 and had no problems with them. The 2019 has a projection type bulb, and uses a mechanical flap to change from high to low beam. This flap sticks, or fails to operate resulting in very intermittent operation. This is a very poor design and many times oncoming cars get blinded by one of the high beams that doesn't return to low beam. The problem is very intermittent so it doesn't always happen when your in the shop. I have talked to other Hyundi owners having the same problem, and I think this is a safety problem that needs a recall. Replacing these lights will cost about $1,000 and many people out of warranty will not replace them.

NHTSA ODI #11432827

30,000 miles · Sep 9, 2021
Unknown Or Other

The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that their vehicle began to emit a burning rubber type of odor that could at times caused them a headache. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who was unable to identify the cause of the issue. The dealer just continued to drain the cooling system to prevent the …

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The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that their vehicle began to emit a burning rubber type of odor that could at times caused them a headache. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who was unable to identify the cause of the issue. The dealer just continued to drain the cooling system to prevent the vehicle from overheating. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000.

NHTSA ODI #11432346

50,400 miles · Sep 1, 2021
EngineVehicle Speed Control

The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the vehicle and the vehicle failed to accelerate. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V301000 (Engine) however, the part to do the re…

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The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the vehicle and the vehicle failed to accelerate. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V301000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called the local dealer who stated that the vehicle would not be repaired until November. The contact was informed about obtaining a loaner vehicle at a discount. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue however, no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 50,400. Parts distribution disconnect.

NHTSA ODI #11431401

20,000 miles · Aug 23, 2021
EngineFuel System, Gasoline

The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that the dealer completed an unknown recall repair on the vehicle however, when she picked up the vehicle from the dealer and was driving 30 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. Several warning lights including the check engine warning light were illuminated. The con…

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The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that the dealer completed an unknown recall repair on the vehicle however, when she picked up the vehicle from the dealer and was driving 30 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. Several warning lights including the check engine warning light were illuminated. The contact stated that she turned off the vehicle and was able to restart it after several attempts. The contact drove back to the dealer who informed the contact that they could not determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure recurred while driving. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who diagnosed that the engine oil needed to be drained and refilled. The contact stated the engine oil was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the same dealer who diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The dealer informed the contact that the warranty would not cover the recall repair for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V301000 (Engine) because the contact did not have the engine oil maintenance records. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 20,000.

NHTSA ODI #11430173

63,270 miles · Aug 18, 2021
SteeringTires

The contact rented a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving the vehicle the tire pressure monitoring system would remain illuminated although the tire air pressure was at the correct levels. Additionally, while driving at speeds exceeding 60 MPH, the front end of the vehicle and the steering wheel would shak…

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The contact rented a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving the vehicle the tire pressure monitoring system would remain illuminated although the tire air pressure was at the correct levels. Additionally, while driving at speeds exceeding 60 MPH, the front end of the vehicle and the steering wheel would shake and vibrate and, on several occasions, nearly caused another vehicle to crash into the rear. The steering wheel was difficult to turn in either direction. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 63,270.

NHTSA ODI #11429540

Mileage unknown · Aug 17, 2021
Unknown Or Other

Hyundai pohanka of Fredericksburg did not inform me of the engine recall. And tried to blame all problems that happened with the vehicle on myself. Sludge had built up in the engine due to the recall and damaged all timing components and are making me pay to fix it even tho it should have been covered due to the recall they neve…

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Hyundai pohanka of Fredericksburg did not inform me of the engine recall. And tried to blame all problems that happened with the vehicle on myself. Sludge had built up in the engine due to the recall and damaged all timing components and are making me pay to fix it even tho it should have been covered due to the recall they never informed me about

NHTSA ODI #11429458

Mileage unknown · Aug 15, 2021
Seat Belts

4 year old was buckled into carseat, seat belt would not loosen for him to get out, seat belt was tightening against his t Stomach and daycare faculty had to cut him out Dealership cost will be 621.00 to repair. Not covered under warranty

NHTSA ODI #11429176

Official recalls

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21V301000 · Engine

Apr 28, 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.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: A 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.

Remedy: Dealers 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.

Model-level recall history does not show whether a particular VIN is affected or has received a repair. Check a VIN with NHTSA ↗

NHTSA investigations

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