Worst 2014 Hyundai Elantra Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Hydraulic Brakes
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 Hyundai Elantra.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 158 | 8 | 9 | 83,805 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 45 | 2 | 3 | 59,178 mi | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 44 | 1 | 1 | 93,751 mi | |
| Brakes | 41 | 12 | 2 | 49,001 mi | |
| Airbags | 32 | 15 | — | 52,114 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 28 | — | — | 30,929 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 26 | 5 | — | 38,293 mi | |
| Fuel System | 22 | — | 1 | 66,371 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 20 | 1 | — | 57,606 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 14 | 1 | — | 28,405 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 12 | 3 | — | 28,534 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 8 | 1 | — | 63,124 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 7 | — | 1 | 44,667 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 6 | 2 | — | 33,235 mi | |
| Body Structure | 6 | 2 | — | 67,230 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tires:Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Oil/Lubrication | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Firerelated | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Abs Warning Light | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2014 Hyundai Elantra
2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~2,039,945 vehicles.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Elantra sedan, coupe and GT vehicles. The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released. This will allow the brake lights to remain illuminated continuously. It can also allow the shift lever to be moved without depressing the brake pedal, or activate the engine management brake pedal override feature.
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2014 Hyundai Elantra — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Hyundai Elantra reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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