2021 Hyundai Elantra vs 2021 Nissan Sentra
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2021 Hyundai Elantra | 2021 Nissan Sentra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 128 | 129 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 79 | 132 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 14 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28–50 | 33 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Elantra | Nissan Sentra |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 32 | 38 |
| Electrical System | 29 | 38 |
| Steering | 5 | 40 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 23 |
| Seat Belts | 27 | 1 |
| Engine | 13 | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 6 |
| Power Train | 7 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 5 |
2021 Hyundai Elantra
2021 Nissan Sentra
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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.