2018 Hyundai Elantra GT recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT; the most frequently affected component is electrical system. Owners filed 50 complaints, most often about engine. Among the 8 model years of this model in the database, 2018 ranks #2 for number of recalls.

Recalls1

Complaints50

Fires reported1in stored complaints

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Recalls (1)

Electrical systemCampaign 18V891000 · 14 Dec 2018

Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT vehicles. The panoramic sunroof motor may be incorrectly programmed, preventing the sunroof from detecting an obstacle while closing.

Risk: If the sunroof does not detect an obstacle while closing and then retract, there could be an increased risk of injury.

Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the panoramic sunroof, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 179.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Engine27 · 68%

Unknown or other5 · 12%

Power train5 · 12%

Forward collision avoidance4 · 10%

Electrical system4 · 10%

Lane departure2 · 5%

Tires2 · 5%

Fuel/propulsion system2 · 5%

When complaints were filed

20192

20216

202210

20234

20246

20257

20265

From owner complaints

On December2, 2021 I was driving on the freeway when my engine made a high pitched sound followed by a banging sound inside the engine. There were no warning messages or symptoms prior to the incident. I immediately pulled off the freeway as much as I could. Then the engine just quit running. It was terrifying as I…
Engine · Dec 2021 · NHTSA complaint record

The engine burns oil quickly which could lead to the engine blowing. I have to get more oil changes than average to the engine burning oil.
Engine · Dec 2024 · NHTSA complaint record

The collision warning system has failed 4 or 5 times since I bought the car new in March of 2019. When the system stops working, the warning "Check BSD" appears on the driver's display. A couple of times the system started working without service. Other times service was required. The last time Hyundai service said…
Lane departure · Dec 2022 · NHTSA complaint record

The contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving approximately at 40 mph a loud ticking noise was suddenly present coming from the engine compartment and the vehicle would not properly accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the engine was faulty and…
Engine · Oct 2021 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

Full specifications All model years 2018 Hyundai lineup

Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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