2018 Hyundai Elantra recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2018 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 1
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 334
Latest campaign: Dec 14, 2018

Recall summary by component1

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Electrical system	1	Dec 14, 2018	18V891000

Safety recalls1

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Dec 14, 2018Latest campaign


Dec 14, 201818V891000	Electrical system If the sunroof does not detect an obstacle while closing and then retract, there could be an increased risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 18V891000 What's wrong 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. Risk If the sunroof does not detect an obstacle while closing and then retract, there could be an increased risk of injury. Remedy Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the panoramic sunroof, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 179. Campaign NHTSA 18V891000 · Dec 14, 2018

Dec 14, 201818V891000

Electrical system

If the sunroof does not detect an obstacle while closing and then retract, there could be an increased risk of injury.

DetailsHide details for campaign 18V891000

What's wrong: 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.
Risk: If the sunroof does not detect an obstacle while closing and then retract, there could be an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the panoramic sunroof, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 179.
Campaign: NHTSA 18V891000 · Dec 14, 2018

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Hyundai recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component334

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

334Complaints filed

12Involving a crash

8Involving a fire

7Injuries reported · 1 death

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Engine	171	51	3	7	1
Unknown or other	61	18	3	0	2
Electrical system	47	14	2	3	1
Power train	29	9	0	1	1
Fuel/propulsion system	23	7	1	0	1
Service brakes	19	6	1	1	0
Exterior lighting	19	6	0	0	0
Steering	17	5	0	0	0
Structure	15	4	0	1	0
Vehicle speed control	15	4	0	0	0
Air bags	12	4	6	0	3
Wheels	11	3	0	0	0
Lane departure	6	2	0	0	0
Suspension	6	2	0	0	0
Forward collision avoidance	5	1	0	0	0

10 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names Elantra, Elantra GT.

Latest reports

Engine
“While driving the engine light came off and car shut down instantly. I see there is issues with the 2018 Hyundai Elantra but I’m coming ot if picket. $7678.50 I purchased the vehicle I.”
Filed 10/01/2026 · ODI 11768382
Engine
“My 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT (2.0L Nu GDI engine) has completely shut off while driving on three separate occasions: approximately June 2, 2026 (first occurrence), June 23, 2026, and September 14, 2026.”
Filed 10/01/2026 · ODI 11768301
Steering
“Steering keeps locking up steering wheel light light and other lights in my dashboard came on which caused my back camera to stop working took it to dealership got a diagnosis it appeared nothing was wrong which they…”
Filed 09/19/2026 · ODI 11765538

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2018 Hyundai Elantra recall questions

How many recalls does the 2018 Hyundai Elantra have?

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2018 Hyundai Elantra. The most recent, 18V891000 (reported December 14, 2018), concerns electrical system. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2018 Hyundai Elantra?

Engine is the most-reported component, named in 171 complaints out of 334 filed with NHTSA (51%). Across all complaints, owners reported 12 crashs and 8 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2018 Hyundai Elantra?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Hyundai recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Hyundai dealer.

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