repaired · 2026 Q3
Hybrid management: power control unit/module (hpcu)
NewRisk. Overheating in the HPCU increases the risk of a fire.
2025 Hyundai Elantra HybridProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 7 owner complaints about the 2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid, most often about the power train. It is covered by 1 safety recall.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 5, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid has problems
7 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Power train
2Electrical system
2Fuel/propulsion system
2Engine
1Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
1Forward collision avoidance
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Hyundai.
Best & worst years
2025 vs. every other Elantra Hybrid year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Elantra Hybrid median. How we score
'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid safety ratings
2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid 4 DR FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 5 stars (10.1% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What Elantra Hybrid owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
While being driven on a residential street, the vehicle suddenly displayed a 'Stop Safely' warning on the dashboard. Upon an attempted restart, the vehicle suffered a total electrical blackout and complete loss of propulsion power while in the middle of a live roadway. All internal and external…
HYBRID SYSTEM FAILURE ----- 2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid (blue trim) The instrument panel showed Hybrid System Failure, and the ENGINE DIED on the freeway at 70 mph. Luckily, I was able to pull to the right shoulder on a busy freeway. I tried restarting the car, but the instrument panel turned off…
Own a 2025 Elantra Hybrid?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.