The best older Elantra
The 2015 Elantra drew about half the model's average complaints. Oil consumption on some engines is the main thing to check.
Updated November 2026 · based on 263 owner complaints and 3 recalls
109 53% below the Elantra average
3 free to fix at a dealer
Every Elantra year compared
Owner complaints per 100,000 cars sold. Lower is better. The newest years have had less time to collect complaints, so they are marked too new to judge.
Known problems on the 2015 Elantra
Top problems and what they cost
Oil consumption
Some engines burn oil between changes.
Fix: Monitor the level; ring repair $2,000 or more.
Engine
ABS module recall
Recall 23V651 covers an ABS module that can short.
Fix: Free under recall.
Brakes
Air bag inflator recall
Recall 26V307 covers an air bag inflator.
Fix: Free under recall.
Air bags
Recalls
An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
An air bag inflator that ruptures may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or passengers, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Complaints by part
Before you buy a 2015 Hyundai Elantra
- Confirm the ABS (23V651), latch (24V146) and air bag (26V307) recalls show as repaired.A recall is a safety fix the carmaker must do for free, even for later owners. Typing the 17-character VIN (on the dashboard and driver door) into nhtsa.gov/recalls shows any that were never done. Codes like 18V332 are recall numbers.The 2015 Elantra has 3 recalls on record, listed below.
- Check the oil level on the dipstick.Knocking, ticking or rattling from the engine, especially when cold, can mean worn bearings, lifters or a stretched timing chain. These are engine-out repairs costing thousands.Owners filed 34 complaints about engine failure and knocking on the 2015 Elantra.
Questions
Is the 2015 Hyundai Elantra reliable?
The best older Elantra. The 2015 Elantra drew about half the model's average complaints. Oil consumption on some engines is the main thing to check.
How many recalls does the 2015 Hyundai Elantra have?
3 recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Hyundai dealer, even for later owners. Enter the VIN on the free government recall lookup to see which are still open on a specific car.
What are the most common 2015 Hyundai Elantra problems?
Oil consumption; ABS module recall; Air bag inflator recall.
Crash rating shown for the 2015 Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD. Repair costs are typical U.S. ranges for parts and labor, not quotes. How we score.