2019 Hyundai Elantra Engine Problems

NHTSA component category: ENGINE · data through 07/14/2026

125Engine complaints

51.4%Of all 243 complaints

#1Most-reported category

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

How engine ranks on this vehicle

ENGINE125 · 51.4%

EXTERIOR LIGHTING55 · 22.6%

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM36 · 14.8%

Unspecified / other25 · 10.3%

POWER TRAIN10 · 4.1%

Share of the 243 complaints citing each category; one complaint can cite several. Full breakdown on the 2019 Hyundai Elantra overview page.

What owners report

“The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving 75 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power, prompting her…”NHTSA complaint 11545818 — filed 09/21/2023

“Rod bearings being declined coverage by Hyundai despite NHTSA having a recall for it. They have said it already has the new engine yet it…”NHTSA complaint 11534714 — filed 07/27/2023

“What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request?: Faulty piston oil rings resulting in scoring on cylinder walls…”NHTSA complaint 11528226 — filed 06/21/2023

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Engine complaints by year filed

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Hyundai Elantra have engine problems?

Engine is the most-reported problem area on the 2019 Hyundai Elantra: 125 of 243 complaints on file (51.4%). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects.

How many complaints does the 2019 Hyundai Elantra have in total?

243 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Across all categories, 12 involved a crash, 3 involved a fire, 4 reported injuries, and 1 reported deaths.

What does NHTSA's engine category include?

NHTSA assigns each complaint to standard component categories; this page reports the ENGINE category exactly as NHTSA defines and records it.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/14/2026.