2022 Hyundai Elantra parts and specs

What changed for the 2022 Hyundai Elantra

• 2022Elantra N added (2.0L turbo, 276 hp); manual or 8-speed wet DCT

Known problems with the 2022 Hyundai Elantra

5 of the 6 issues we track for the 2021–2025 generation are documented against the 2022 model year, and 3 carry a recall or service bulletin.

• Front seat belt pretensioner may explode in a crash (recall)

  majorNHTSA 22V-123, 22V-218, 22V-354

  Across three separate 2022 campaigns, Hyundai recalled 2020–2022 Elantra and Elantra HEV vehicles because the front driver- and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner can explode upon deployment in a crash, sending metal fragments into the cabin. Dealers replace the pretensioner(s) free of charge, a serious injury risk if left unaddressed.

  Typical cost: Free under recall

• Rearview camera image failure (recall)

  moderateNHTSA 24V-879

  A damaged printed circuit board in the rearview camera can cause the backup image to fail to display, removing a federally required safety feature exactly when it's most needed. Hyundai recalled 2021–2022 Elantra, Elantra HEV, and 2022 Elantra N vehicles (alongside Santa Fe models); dealers replace the camera assembly.

  Typical cost: Free under recall

• Driver's airbag emblem may detach on deployment (recall)

  moderateNHTSA 22V-632

  The emblem on the driver's front airbag cover may not have been welded properly and can detach as a projectile when the airbag deploys. Hyundai recalled 2022 Elantra N and 2022–2023 Elantra vehicles for a free dealer inspection/repair.

  Typical cost: Free under recall

• N Line/N 1.6T and 2.0T oil consumption and tick complaints

  moderate

  As with the AD generation's turbo engines, the CN7's Gamma 1.6T and 2.0T (Elantra N) draw owner reports of engine tick and above-average oil consumption, most commonly after 40,000–60,000 miles. Keep documented oil-change records and check dipstick level between changes; qualifying cars may be covered under Hyundai's extended engine warranty programs.

  Typical cost: $0 (top-offs, warranty) to $4,000+ for an out-of-warranty short block

• Hybrid 12V auxiliary battery early failure (owner-reported)

  minor

  The small trunk-mounted 12V AGM battery on Hybrid models can die well before the high-voltage traction battery shows any issue, leaving the car unable to start even though the hybrid system itself is fine. Replacement is a straightforward AGM swap.

  Typical cost: $200–$350

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