2014 Hyundai Elantra GT Problems
- Complaints
- 8filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 113,000miles, 7 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall
- EPA fuel economy
- 27 mpgcombined, 2.0L 4-cyl FWD · 24 city / 32 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT. The part named most often is engine, with 6 complaints (75% of the total), followed by electrical system (2) and brakes (1). 7 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 113,000 miles. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 85 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine complaints overlap with 6 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 30 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine6 75%
- Electrical system2 25%
- Brakes1 13%
- Engine cooling1 13%
Example complaints
Engine: “The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound and then lost motive power. The oil and battery warning lights were illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after three hours. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 119,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11442283, filed 2021-12, 119,000 milesElectrical system: “The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS warning light illuminated, causing the brake pedal stopper to fail. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact also stated that the battery warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed with electrical failure. The battery was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V769000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) as a possible remedy. …”
NHTSA complaint #11587953, filed 2024-05Engine cooling: “The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT. The contact stated while driving approximately 35-40 MPH, the low oil warning light illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The contact was unable to veer to the side of the roadway. The contact was able to restart the vehicle; however, the failure reoccurred while driving in a parking garage. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that they would be able diagnose the vehicle in several weeks. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the engine oil and the low oil warning light turned went away. …”
NHTSA complaint #11456647, filed 2022-03, 105,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
0% of the 7 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 105,000 and 117,500 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elantra GT · hatchback FWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 10.9% risk |
Neighbouring years: 2013: same overall rating; 2015: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elantra GT FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 24 | 32 | 27 | $2,500 |
| Elantra GT FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | 24 | 33 | 27 | $2,500 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 85 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11038458Oct 8, 2026Engine. Some vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. This bulletin outlines the combustion chamber cleaning procedure for vehicles…
- 11038456Oct 7, 2026Engine. Certain vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. This bulletin provides the inspection and repair procedures for vehicles…
- 11032523Apr 10, 2026Air bags. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of substandard and dangerous driver’s-side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile…
- 11032522Apr 10, 2026Air bags. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety advisory regarding dangerous, counterfeit driver‑side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo…
- 11030331Mar 26, 2026Engine. This TSB references the Op codes to use for claim submission and the Parts required based on the vehicle’s inspection results from TSB 22-01-023H-2 (DTC P1326 – Engine Bearing Inspection/Engine…
- 11030330Mar 26, 2026Engine. This TSB references the Op codes to use for claim submission and the Parts required based on the vehicle’s inspection results from TSB 22-01-023H (DTC P1326 – Engine Bearing Inspection/Engine…
- 11026704Dec 19, 2025Electrical system. In response to this trend, we engineered a software upgrade that addresses the social media theft method and made it available to owners of eligible models free of charge at authorized Hyundai…
- 11027035Dec 15, 2025Electrical system. Upon customer's request ONLY, the Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 25-01-089H provides the service procedure for installation of a key cylinder reinforcement protector assembly and two anti-theft…
- 11027034Dec 15, 2025Electrical system. In addition to the Anti-Theft software provided under Service Campaign 993 (TSB 24-01-009H-1), a zinc reinforced ignition cylinder protector hardware upgrade is being made available to customers…
- 11027033Dec 15, 2025Electrical system. This bulletin provides the service procedure for installation of a key cylinder reinforcement protector assembly and two anti-theft decals on the front windows.
Other model years of the Hyundai Elantra GT
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 8 | 10,000 | 0 | 4 | 27 | — | Not enough data |
| 2019 | 14 | 52,400 | 0 | 4 | 27 | — | Not enough data |
| 2018 | 51 | 6,882 | 1 | 4 | 27 | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Stable |
| 2017 | 26 | 85,000 | 0 | 5 | 27 | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Falling |
| 2016 | 7 | 77,170 | 1 | 5 | 27 | — | Not enough data |
| 2014 | 8 | 113,000 | 0 | 5 | 27 | — | Not enough data |
| 2013 | 5 | 82,000 | 0 | 5 | 30 | — | Not enough data |
All Hyundai Elantra GT model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT have?
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT is reported most often?
Engine is named most often, in 6 complaints (75% of the total), followed by electrical system with 2.
Has the 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT 5 out of 5 stars overall. Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT get?
The EPA rates the 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT (Elantra GT, 2.0L 4-cyl) at 27 mpg combined, 24 city and 32 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,500 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT reported?
Among the 7 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 113,000 miles and the middle half falls between 105,000 and 117,500 miles; 0% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.