More recall homework
2021 Hyundai Elantrahas more recalls listed.
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More complaint activity
2021 Hyundai Elantrahas more complaint records.
Open investigation signals
Similar activityOpen investigation counts are similar.
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Similar estimatesfuel-cost estimates are similar.
Short answer: Elantra needs more recall homework, Elantra has more complaint activity and Elantra has more severity reports. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.
Public-record comparison
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| Record | 2022 Hyundai Elantra | 2021 Hyundai Elantra | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total recalls | 5 | 6 | Elantra has 1 more recalls |
| Total complaints | 92 | 126 | Elantra has 34 more complaints |
| Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports | 4 / 1 / 2 / 0 | 8 / 1 / 3 / 1 | Elantra has 6 more severity reports |
| Defect investigations | 7 | 8 | Elantra has 1 more investigations |
| Open investigations | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Manufacturer communications | 101 | 94 | Elantra has 7 more communications |
| Recall completion reports | 25 | 38 | Elantra has 13 more reports |
| Warranty programs | 9 | 7 | Elantra has 2 more warranty programs |
| Service campaigns | 16 | 13 | Elantra has 3 more service campaigns |
| Software notices | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Canadian recall records | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Latest recall | Nov 21, 2024 | Nov 21, 2024 | Similar |
| Latest complaint | May 5, 2026 | Apr 17, 2026 | Elantra has newer activity |
| Top complaint categories Top 3 |
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| Similar focus |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline | Same |
| Efficiency | 35 combined MPG | 35 combined MPG | Same |
| Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year | $1,700 | $1,700 | Similar |
| Safety-rating records | 3 | 2 | Different availability |