Is the 2023 Hyundai ELANTRA HYBRID reliable?

The 2023 Hyundai ELANTRA HYBRID has 91 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.9x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: avoid. Most common issue: DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS problems.

What are common problems with the 2023 Hyundai ELANTRA HYBRID?

Top problems: DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS (20 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (17 complaints, avg repair $500); OTHER (12 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2023 Hyundai ELANTRA HYBRID?

No recalls have been issued for the 2023 Hyundai ELANTRA HYBRID.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2023 Hyundai ELANTRA HYBRID?

The 2023 Hyundai ELANTRA HYBRID gets 50 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $960. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2023 Hyundai ELANTRA HYBRID?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2023 Hyundai ELANTRA HYBRID is approximately $1,687/year (sedan-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2023 Hyundai ELANTRA HYBRID

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Avoid This Year

Quick Summary

The 2023 Hyundai ELANTRA HYBRID has 91 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.9x the segment average of 48. The most common issue is driver assist/cameras problems (22% of all complaints), specifically: driving approx 40 mph on city street with no cars in front of me. car dash flashed red advising engaging emergency braking and then did. brakes applied for a couple of seconds and then stopped and warning went away..

8 crash reports 3 injuries

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.9x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS

20 complaints

22%

• DRIVING APPROX 40 MPH ON CITY STREET WITH NO CARS IN FRONT OF ME. CAR DASH FLASHED RED ADVISING ENGAGING EMERGENCY BRAKING AND THEN DID. BRAKES APPLIED FOR A COUPLE OF SECONDS AND THEN STOPPED AND WARNING WENT AWAY.
• There have been multiple occasions, both on highway and urban roads, when the Lane Keeping Assist system has forced me out of my lane, both taking control of my car's steering wheel to move me out of the lane while also failing to trigger my Lane Departure Warning. One time, LKA jerked over into a l
• There have been multiple occasions, both on highway and urban roads, when the Lane Keeping Assist system has forced me out of my lane, both taking control of my car's steering wheel to move me out of the lane while also failing to trigger my Lane Departure Warning. One time, LKA jerked over into a l

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 3 crashes

“DRIVING APPROX 40 MPH ON CITY STREET WITH NO CARS IN FRONT OF ME. CAR DASH FLASHED RED ADVISING ENGAGING EMERGENCY BRAKING AND THEN DID. BRAKES APPLIED FOR A COUPLE OF SECONDS AND THEN STOPPED AND WARNING WENT AWAY.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2023 Hyundai ELANTRA HYBRID

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$960

Per month

$80

Per mile

8.0¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$980/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$923/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2023 Hyundai ELANTRA HYBRID

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,687

Full coverage / month

$141

Liability only / year

$611

vs US avg

+1%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age1.05x

= Full coverage estimate$1687

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Hyundai ELANTRA HYBRID Service Intervals

Oil change

8K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

8K mi

Brake fluid

24 months

Transmission fluid

60K mi

Engine coolant

60K mi

Spark plugs

90K mi

Cabin air filter

15K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

60K mi

Turbo engines (1.6T, 2.0T) need premium fuel and more frequent oil (some owners service at 5,000 miles).

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Hyundai New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

5 yr / 60K mi

Powertrain

10 yr / 100K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

10 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

7 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / unlimited mi

10 years/100K powertrain warranty is transferable only to first purchaser after initial owner

Estimated Repair Costs

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

SPEED CONTROL(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 91 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: DRIVING APPROX 40 MPH ON CITY STREET WITH NO CARS IN FRONT OF ME. CAR DASH FLASHED RED ADVISING ENGAGING EMERGENCY BRAKING AND THEN DID. BRAKES APPLIED FOR A COUPLE OF SECONDS AND THEN STOPPED AND WARNING WENT AWAY.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: I was rear ended and the air bags didn't deploy. The police and body shop said they should have. The car is unmodified and dealer serviced
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: In the 4 corners of the moonroof where the metal roof meets the moonroof, there is a visible dent/metal tension in each corner. After receiving professional opinions for local body shops, they've all come to the same conclusion: The moonroof was improperly or poorly installed at the factory, which i
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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SPEED CONTROL: The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH with the cruise control activated, the vehicle independently accelerated to 110 MPH and seized at that speed. Additionally, the contact was unable to deactivate the feature. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)