1995 Hyundai Elantra vs 1997 Hyundai Elantra
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1995 Hyundai Elantra | 1997 Hyundai Elantra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 112 | 115 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 16 | 65 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 26 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–22 | 22–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Elantra | Hyundai Elantra |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 35 | 21 |
| Power Train | 19 | 31 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 20 | 20 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 10 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 13 | 10 |
| Visibility | 8 | 13 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 18 |
| Structure | 7 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 15 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 11 |
| Stalling | 0 | 7 |
1995 Hyundai Elantra
1997 Hyundai Elantra
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.