2018 Hyundai Elantra GT Recalls, Complaints & Specs
1 safety recall lists the 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT, and owners have filed 51 complaints with NHTSA. Check your own VIN below.
1 safety recall for the 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT
Most recent first. Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. Click a recall for the full defect, consequence and remedy text.
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Sun/moon roof assembly (visibility) and electrical system
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.
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.…
51 owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Owners of the 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT have filed 51 complaints with NHTSA; 1 describe a fire. Reports cite 1 injury and 0 deaths. The average mileage at failure in those reports is 18,649 miles. Complaints peaked in 2022 with 10 filed that year.
Most-reported components
What owners are reporting
“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.”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, October 1, 2026 · Engine
“I am seeking legal assistance regarding an engine failure in my Hyundai and Hyundai’s refusal to cover the replacement. I purchased the vehicle from a used-car dealership in Walpole, Massachusetts, on”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, September 14, 2026 · Engine
Fuel economy and specs
EPA ratings for the 2018 Hyundai Elantra (Elantra GT, Elantra SE). Ranges cover every tested configuration.
| Combined | 25–35 mpg |
|---|---|
| City / Highway | 22–32 / 29–40 |
| Fuel | Regular |
| EPA class | Large Cars, Midsize Cars |
| Engine | 4 cyl, 1.4/1.6/2 L |
| Transmission | Automatic (AM7); Automatic (S6); Manual 6-spd |
Compare Hyundai Elantra GT model years
Recall and complaint counts for every Hyundai Elantra GT model year in NHTSA's database.
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT | 0 | 5 |
| 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT | 0 | 8 |
| 2015 Hyundai Elantra GT | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT | 1 | 7 |
| 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT | 0 | 25 |
| 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT | 1 | 51 |
| 2019 Hyundai Elantra GT | 0 | 14 |
| 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT | 0 | 7 |
Checking a specific 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT
How do I know if my 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN above. The VIN is on the driver's side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door jamb sticker, and your registration or insurance card. The check runs against NHTSA's live database and tells you which campaigns list your vehicle. 1 campaign currently lists the 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT; your car may already have been repaired under it.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Under federal law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls at no charge for vehicles up to 15 years old from the date of sale to the first owner. Contact any authorised Hyundai dealer with your VIN and the NHTSA campaign number (for example 18V891000).
What is the difference between a recall and a complaint?
A recall is a safety campaign filed by the manufacturer or ordered by NHTSA, with a defined defect and remedy. A complaint is a report an owner sent to NHTSA; it is not verified, but patterns of complaints are what trigger NHTSA investigations and, eventually, recalls.
Other Hyundai models
- Sonata16,085 complaints
- Elantra8,715 complaints
- Santa FE7,663 complaints
- Tucson6,287 complaints
- Palisade2,447 complaints
- Accent2,032 complaints
- Ioniq 51,339 complaints
- Veloster1,292 complaints
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.