Recalls ·2020 Hyundai Elantra GT

2020 Hyundai Elantra GT recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT; the most frequently affected component is engine. Owners filed 191 complaints, most often about vehicle speed control. Among the 8 model years of this model in the database, 2020 ranks #8 for number of recalls.

Recalls3
Complaints191

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Recalls (3)

EngineCampaign 21V301000 · 28 Apr 2021

Problem: 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.

Risk: 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.

Wheels — Lugs/nuts/bolts/studsCampaign 19V720000 · 09 Oct 2019

Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019 Ioniq Hybrid and 2020 Elantra vehicles. The right-side rear wheel lug nuts may have been insufficiently tightened, allowing the wheel to detach from the vehicle.

Risk: A wheel detaching from the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, tighten the lug nuts, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-251-0871. Hyundai's number for this recall is 184.

Suspension — Lower ball jointCampaign 19V721000 · 09 Oct 2019

Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Elantra vehicles. The lower control arm ball joint fasteners may have been insufficiently tightened allowing the ball joint to detach from the lower control arm.

Risk: A detached ball joint can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, tighten the ball joint fasteners, free of charge. The recall began November 20, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 185.

What owners complain about

Share of the 2 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Vehicle speed control1 · 50%
Engine1 · 50%
Unknown or other1 · 50%

When complaints were filed

20241
20251

From owner complaints

The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH in stop-and-go traffic, the engine light illuminated. While driving, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the knock sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the…

Vehicle speed control · Nov 2024 · NHTSA complaint record

Sunroof stuck in the open position because the headliner failed Dealership says the sunroof can't be closed, even by force, to seal the car while waiting for repairs Two dealerships, a collision auto body shop, and glass repair shop have inspected it and confirmed the sunroof assembly is defective No warnings, problem…

Unknown or other · Dec 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

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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.