1998 Hyundai Elantra vs 2000 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 | 1998 Hyundai Elantra | 2000 Hyundai Elantra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 55 | 197 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 51 | 48 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 36 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–24 | 22–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 56,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Elantra | Hyundai Elantra |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 43 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 39 |
| Power Train | 13 | 22 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 33 |
| Visibility | 2 | 26 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 15 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 7 |
| Tires | 3 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 9 | 43 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 5 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 11 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 7 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 6 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 5 |
1998 Hyundai Elantra
2000 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.