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2023 Hyundai Elantra

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2023 Elantra.

The 2023 Hyundai Elantra requires 4.2 quarts of engine oil with recommended viscosities of 20W-40, 20W-50, or 10W-30 API. Reliability data shows 90 total owner complaints filed to date, with the top concern categorized as "Unknown Or Other," alongside 2 recalls. Within the model’s 1992–2026 complaint history—spanning from the 2013 high of 1,325 grievances down to the 2025 low of 21—the 2023 model year registers complaint volume well below the historical peak, positioning it as a relatively quiet year in the Elantra’s documented reliability trajectory.

Model year20252024202320222021202020192018

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity4.2 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type20W-40 / 20W-50 / 10W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque79.0-94.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 2630035505. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tail / brake / turnOFFOEM · verified
Tire size205/55R16 91HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim6.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter2630035505 alt 263312J000
Fuel filter31112L1000
Cabin air filterKLC79AC001

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length183.9 in
Overall width71.7 in
Overall height55.5 in
Wheelbase107.1 in
Curb weight2725 lb
Track (front / rear)62.6 / 63 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)61/39

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Elantra of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

4.8 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 4.80 sec — 2023 N Sedan
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2023N Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-44.80 sec13.40 sec276 hpFWD
2022N Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-45.10 sec13.80 sec276 hpFWD
2022N Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-45.10 sec13.80 sec276 hpFWD
2022N Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-45.10 sec13.70 sec276 hpFWD
2022N Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-45.40 sec14.10 sec276 hpFWD
2022N Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-45.90 sec14.40 sec276 hpFWD
2024N Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-45.40 sec14.00 sec276 hpFWD
2024N Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-45.70 sec14.30 sec276 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 4.2 qt of 20W-40 / 20W-50 / 10W-30 API engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 79.0-94.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidHyundai Genuine SP-CVT1
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity6.87 qt
Brake FluidDOT 4
Brake FluidDOT 4
Brake Fluid Capacity0.74-0.85 Qts.
Engine Coolant Capacity7.19 qt
Engine Coolant Capacity7.82 qt
Engine OilABOVE 32 degrees F

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts79.0-94.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.05-1.16 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil TypeFD46XG
Oil Capacity3.1-3.7 oz

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the coolant every 20,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 20,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 8,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Air Conditioning System (inspect) · Air Intake System (inspect) · Battery (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Brake Line (inspect)
At 10,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level)
Every 10,000 miBody Fasteners (inspect) · Clutch Hydraulic Line (inspect) · Vehicle Wiring Harnesses (inspect)
Every 16,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Fuel Tank Filler Cap (inspect) · Parking Brake System (inspect)
At 20,000 miFuel Evaporative Canister Filter (inspect)
Every 20,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Brake Pedal Assembly (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Hybrid Inverter (drain, flush & refill coolant)
Every 24,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 26,000 miClutch Hydraulic System (drain & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2023 Hyundai Elantra sits squarely in the middle of a declining complaint and recall arc that defines the current generation (2021–2026). Complaints fell from 128 in 2021 to 95 in 2022 and then to 90 for the target year, while recalls dropped from six to five to just two — suggesting Hyundai was successfully addressing early-generation teething issues identified in the 2021 launch. The following year (2024) continued the downward trajectory with only 52 complaints and a single recall, reinforcing that 2023 represents a stabilized midpoint rather than a peak-risk year. Notably, the target year recorded zero federal investigations, and its 90 complaints are among the lowest in the entire three-decade Elantra record. The top complaint areas — Unknown/Other (9), Engine (8), Electrical System (7), and Forward Collision Avoidance (6) — are modest in volume, though the eight crash-related complaints warrant attention during a pre-purchase inspection. The data does not specify root causes for these complaints, so buyers should verify that both recalls have been completed on any candidate vehicle. Overall, the 2023 Elantra is a sound choice within this generation, offering the benefit of early-bug resolution without the elevated complaint volumes seen in 2021–2022.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
49
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
90
Owner complaints
8 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 90 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Unknown Or Other9
Engine8
Electrical System7
Forward Collision Avoidance6
Service Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance4
Air Bags4
Tires4
Visibility/Wiper3

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

22V632000Air Bags:FrontalReported 18/08/2022

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Elantra N and 2022-2023 Elantra vehicles. The emblem on the cover of the driver's front air bag may not have been welded properly, which can result in the emblem… Remedy: Dealers will replace the air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's…

23V526000Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Fluid/Lubricant:PumpReported 27/07/2023

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Palisade Tucson, 2023 Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical… Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 49 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
26-GI-002H TSB2026-05-27Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides information related to the navigation and head unit software…
26-EE-003H TSB2026-04-17Electrical SystemSome vehicles may exhibit difficulty starting in cold weather. This bulletin provides the…
DTN DL2026-04-10Air BagsThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of…
DTN DCS2026-04-10Air BagsThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety…
26-AD-001H TSB2026-02-24Exterior LightingSome 2019MY and newer vehicles equipped with a front view camera may illuminate certain…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2023 Elantra take?

4.2 qt of ABOVE 32 degrees F: 20W-40 OR 20W-50 API SM, ABOVE -10 degrees F: 10W-30, 10W-40 OR 10W-50 API SM, BELOW 100 degrees F: 5W-30 OR 5W-40 API SM, per the factory manual.

Does the 2023 Elantra have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.