1996 Hyundai Elantra vs 1998 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 | 1996 Hyundai Elantra | 1998 Hyundai Elantra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 100 | 55 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 60 | 51 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–24 | 22–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Elantra | Hyundai Elantra |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 20 | 13 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 20 | 12 |
| Air Bags | 14 | 7 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 12 | 4 |
| Visibility | 13 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 4 |
| Structure | 5 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 9 | 9 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
1996 Hyundai Elantra
1998 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.