2018 Hyundai Elantra Gt Problems

Severe Issues

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2018 Hyundai Elantra Gt.

20172019
Complaints
73
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries
1
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2018 Hyundai Elantra Gt Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#128 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:39,000 mi
#24 complaints

Electrical Faults

#34 complaints

Fuel System

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2018 Hyundai Elantra Gt.

Engine Problems
28
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
39,000
Electrical Faults
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Sidewall
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2018 Hyundai Elantra Gt

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~86 vehicles.

18V891000Sunroof/Moonroof · Electrical System
~86 affected

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.

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2018 Hyundai Elantra Gt — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2018 Hyundai Elantra Gt reliable?
Verdict: Severe Issues. The 2018 Hyundai Elantra Gt has 73 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 28 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2018 Hyundai Elantra Gt?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (28 complaints, avg 39,000 mi); Electrical Faults (4 complaints); Fuel System (4 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2018 Hyundai Elantra Gt?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 39,000 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2018 Hyundai Elantra Gt?
NHTSA complaints for the 2018 Hyundai Elantra Gt include 0 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 1 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2018 Hyundai Elantra Gt have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 86 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2018 Hyundai Elantra Gt?
Proceed with extreme caution. The 2018 Hyundai Elantra Gt shows significantly more complaints than average for its class. If you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection and a VIN history check are essential — skip them and you're gambling.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Hyundai Elantra Gt reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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