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2023 Hyundai Elantra vs 2023 Tesla Model 3

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.

Metric2023 Hyundai Elantra2023 Tesla Model 3
NHTSA complaints91413
Recall campaigns211
Service bulletins (TSBs)4976
Investigations08
Crash reports870
Fire reports01
NCAP overall rating5/5
EPA MPG (combined)31–50132
Median reported mileage5,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentHyundai ElantraTesla Model 3
Forward Collision Avoidance19171
Steering385
Electrical System2251
Vehicle Speed Control467
Service Brakes851
Lane Departure827
Engine168
Air Bags618

Symptoms owners describe

Steering problems011
Stalling010
Loss of power010
Vibration / shaking010
Brake problems05

Compare all Hyundai Elantra vs Tesla Model 3 years →

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.