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2020 Hyundai Elantra GT: True Cost, Problems & Verdict

190 NHTSA owner complaints · 0 recalls · data-computed verdict. No opinions — public data only.

Reviewed by the MotorJury data desk · 2 sources · Last updated 2026-08-20
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Owner complaints: 190 filed with NHTSA

Complaints per year on the road: 31.67

Engine78Power Train38Unknown Or Other21Exterior Lighting20Electrical System17Steering16

What owners say

Verbatim reports filed with the United States safety regulator (NHTSA) by owners of this exact model year. Public record.

Both headlights bulbs needed to be replaced several times. Passenger replacement bulb 3 times. Drivers side twice. I have sent Hyundai several emails and have not heard back from them. case # [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while attempting to turn at approximately 5 MPH, the traction control warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over to the shoulder of the road and restarted the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local i…
The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated and lost automotive power. No warning lights were illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that an appointment with the dealer was scheduled to inspect the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. Th…

Recalls: 0 campaigns

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True cost of ownership

EPA combined 28 MPG · estimated annual fuel cost $2,200

Fuel (your region) $2,200
Maintenance band (your region) $0$253
Estimated running cost this year (age 6) $2,453

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02468101214$4,118vehicle age (years)
fuel/energy + maintenance band (annual, USD, estimate)

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FAQ

What is the most common problem with the 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT?

The most-reported issue in NHTSA complaint data is Engine (78 complaints in our indexed sample).

Is the 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT a good used car to buy?

Our data verdict is CAUTION with a reliability score of 49/100, computed from 190 NHTSA complaints and 0 recall campaigns. See the verdict card for the top reasons.

What will a 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT really cost YOU per year?

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Data sources

Complaints & recalls: NHTSA · Fuel economy: EPA fueleconomy.gov · Scoring: our published methodology.
Maintenance bands are industry-average estimates (AAA Your Driving Costs, CarMD index) — labeled estimates, not measurements. Last updated: 2026-08-20.

49RELIABILITY / 100
CAUTION
  • 190 NHTSA complaints on record (31.7/yr of exposure)
  • 0 recall campaigns, 0 touching safety-critical systems

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