2022 Hyundai Elantra recalls and problems
The 2022 Hyundai Elantra has 5 safety recalls and 102 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Hyundai dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2022 Hyundai Elantra vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2022 Hyundai Elantra recalls
Recall 24V-879: Back Over Prevention
Problem: 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."
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.
Recall 22V-632: Air Bags
Problem: 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.
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.
Recall 22V-354: Seat Belts
Problem: 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.
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.
Recall 22V-218: Seat Belts
Problem: 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.
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.
Recall 22V-123: Seat Belts
Problem: 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.
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.
2022 Hyundai Elantra problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 24 | |
| Seat Belts | 23 | |
| Unknown or Other | 21 | |
| Electrical System | 20 | |
| Engine | 11 | |
| Service Brakes | 7 | |
| Power Train | 7 | |
| Back Over Prevention | 7 | |
| Lane Departure | 6 | |
| Air Bags | 4 | |
| Wheels | 3 | |
| Structure | 2 |
Most reported parts
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 10
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 7
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 6
- Back Over Prevention › Rearview System Braking — 4
- Lane Departure › Warning — 3
- Electrical System › Horn — 3
- Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 3
- Lane Departure › Assist — 2
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 23,825 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2022 Hyundai Elantra complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Hyundai Elantra years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2022 Hyundai Elantra have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2022 Hyundai Elantra: 24V-879 (back over prevention), 22V-632 (air bags), 22V-354 (seat belts), 22V-218 (seat belts), 22V-123 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2022 Hyundai Elantra?
Owners report forward collision avoidance problems most often (24 reports), followed by seat belts (23). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 23,825 miles.
Are Hyundai recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Hyundai dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.