NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Hyundai Elantra
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Hyundai Elantra is a compact sedan competing in one of the most hotly contested segments in the American market. Aimed squarely at value-conscious commuters and first-time new-car buyers, it has evolved across the 2019 to 2025 model years into a genuinely stylish, feature-rich alternative to stalwarts like the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla. Here at MotorCaliber, we cut through the styling and the sticker price to focus on what matters most: how safe is it?
The 2025 Hyundai Elantra earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 88 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Its 5-star rollover rating stands out for families and child-seat buyers. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally regard the Elantra as a competitive and well-rounded compact sedan that punches above its price point in terms of features and interior quality. Most professional assessments highlight its sharp styling and comfortable ride as genuine strengths, while acknowledging that the segment is intensely competitive. Safety technology content on higher trims tends to draw favorable mention.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20575
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
18 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.