2022 Hyundai Elantra Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls and 159 owner complaints for the 2022 Hyundai Elantra. The EPA rates it 23 to 54 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 7
- Owner complaints
- 159
- Crashes / fires reported
- 10 / 1
- EPA combined
- 23–54 MPG
2022 Hyundai Elantra recalls
Back Over PreventionNov 21, 2024 · NHTSA 24V879000+
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's visibility and increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 271.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Santa Fe HEV, Elantra, Elantra HEV and 2022 Elantra N and Santa Fe PHEV vehicles. Due to a damaged printed circuit board, the rearview camera image may fail to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Fuel System, GasolineJul 12, 2024 · NHTSA 24V528000+
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update engine control module software. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 9, 2024. Some interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 262 and 023G.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Veloster N, 2019-2023 Genesis G70, 2022-2023 Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Power TrainOct 6, 2022 · NHTSA 22V746000+
Risk: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 236.
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.
Air BagsAug 18, 2022 · NHTSA 22V632000+
Risk: A detached air bag cover emblem may strike a vehicle occupant, which can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 234.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Elantra N and 2022-2023 Elantra vehicles. The emblem on the cover of the driver's front air bag may not have been welded properly, which can result in the emblem detaching upon deployment.
Seat BeltsMay 19, 2022 · NHTSA 22V354000+
Risk: An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
Fix: Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioner(s) with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 28, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 229. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall numbers 21V-796, 22V-069, 22V-218, and 22V-123 for Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles. All Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles already repaired under the previous recalls will need to have the new remedy completed.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Accent, 2021-2022 Elantra, and 2021-2022 Elantra HEV vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Seat BeltsApr 1, 2022 · NHTSA 22V218000+
Risk: Exploding seat belt pretensioners can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed on May 31, 2022. A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 223. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 22V-354. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Elantra and 2020 Accent vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver and passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Seat BeltsMar 3, 2022 · NHTSA 22V123000+
Risk: An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 19, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 220. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-796 and 22V-069. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 22V-354. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Elantra and Elantra HEV vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front passenger-side seat belt pretensioner may explode upon deployment.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2022 Hyundai Elantra problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Electrical System38
- Seat Belts29
- Unknown or Other27
- Forward Collision Avoidance24
- Engine21
- Power Train19
- Vehicle Speed Control12
- Service Brakes11
2022 Hyundai Elantra gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elantra Hybrid Blue | 1.6 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM-S6) | 53 | 56 | 54 | $1,200 |
| Elantra Hybrid | 1.6 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM-S6) | 49 | 52 | 50 | $1,300 |
| Elantra | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AV-S1) | 33 | 43 | 37 | $1,750 |
| Elantra | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AV-S1) | 31 | 41 | 35 | $1,850 |
| Elantra | 1.6 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM-S7) | 28 | 36 | 31 | $2,050 |
| Elantra | 1.6 L 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 25 | 34 | 28 | $2,300 |
| Elantra N | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 22 | 31 | 25 | $3,200 |
| Elantra N | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM-S8) | 20 | 30 | 23 | $3,450 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2022 Hyundai Elantra have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 2022 Hyundai Elantra, most recently for the back over prevention (Nov 21, 2024). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2022 Hyundai Elantra problems?
Owners filed 159 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are electrical system (38), seat belts (29), unknown or other (27).
What gas mileage does the 2022 Hyundai Elantra get?
The EPA rates the 2022 Hyundai Elantra at 23 to 54 MPG combined (best version: 53 city / 56 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.