NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Hyundai Elantra N Safety Ratings
The 2025 Hyundai Elantra N scores 99 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), 1 recall, and 7 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2025 Hyundai Elantra N achieves an Exceptional rating with a NHTSA Safety Index of 99/100. This strong safety profile is reinforced by a full suite of standard crash-avoidance technology and a single recall, indicating a well-supported federal safety assessment for this model year.
The 2025 Hyundai Elantra N holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 99/100 and a 5-star NHTSA rollover rating, sourced from federal NHTSA crash-test and recall data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 90 Sedans from 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N ranks 14 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 99 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 10.1% |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 7 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 14 of 90 Sedans tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N?
The 2025 Hyundai Elantra N posts a Safety Index of 99/100, a one-point slip from the 2024 model's perfect 100/100, both sitting firmly in the Exceptional band. The single point of separation traces to the defect record sub-score, which lands at 19 out of 20 rather than a clean sweep, reflecting the one active recall tied to air bag side-impact sensors. Crash protection scores a full 70 out of 70, and avoidance technology earns 10 out of 10, the latter anchored by forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control all arriving as standard equipment. NHTSA has not conducted overall, frontal, or side crash tests on this specific configuration, so those categories carry no star rating and no inference should be made in either direction. The rollover category is the exception, with a 5-star result and a 10 percent rollover risk figure that ranks among the better outcomes in this class. With seven total owner allegations reported to NHTSA and zero alleged crashes or injuries, the complaint footprint for this model year remains modest, though lane departure technology draws the most reported attention among those unverified claims.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N perform in crash tests?
For the 2025 model year, the Hyundai Elantra N has not received an overall safety rating from NHTSA, nor has it been rated in frontal or side crash protection. The vehicle's rollover protection stands out, earning 5 out of 5 stars, with NHTSA data indicating a 10 percent rollover risk and a successful dynamic tip test. No other crash-test categories have published ratings.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20574
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N have any recalls?
The 2025 Hyundai Elantra N carries one recall campaign involving air bag side-impact sensors. The campaign also covers certain 2026 Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, and Tucson PHEV models. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the available data, but owners should verify remedy status by VIN through NHTSA before driving.
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:SIDE IMPACT26V254000
Risk: Air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the impact sensor(s), as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 11, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 299. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 22, 2026.
Reported 2026-04-21
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N?
Seven unverified consumer allegations have been reported to NHTSA for this model year. The top components named in these unverified reports are Lane Departure and Unknown Or Other, each with three allegations, followed by single allegations involving Steering, Electrical System, and Engine. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are alleged.
7 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N?
A significant safety concern for the 2025 Elantra N involves a recall of its air bag side-impact sensors. Prospective owners must confirm this recall has been addressed by independently checking the vehicle's VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool. This step is crucial and cannot be delegated to a seller or dealer; direct verification is essential before purchase.
- The 2025 Elantra N's Safety Index dropped one point to 99/100 from the 2024 model's 100/100, with the defect record sub-score of 19/20 reflecting the one active air bag side-impact sensor recall specific to this model year.
- NHTSA has not assigned overall, frontal, or side crash-test star ratings to the 2025 Elantra N; the only rated crash category is rollover, where it earned a perfect 5 out of 5 stars with a 10 percent rollover risk.
- The single recall for this model year involves air bag side-impact sensors and is shared with certain 2026 Tucson variants; buyers should confirm VIN-specific remedy status through NHTSA before taking ownership.
- All seven NHTSA complaints on record for this model year are unverified allegations with zero reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths; lane departure technology accounts for three of those seven unverified reports.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N places
The 2025 Hyundai Elantra N qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 Hyundai Elantra N safety questions
Was the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 99 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N earned 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 10.1%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 7 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Audi A4 Allroad | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Cadillac CT5 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Subaru Impreza | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 20574), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Hyundai Elantra N 2025.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 14 of 90 in the Sedan class for 2025.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.