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2023 Hyundai Elantra N

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

Transmission Automatic (AM-S8)

The 2023 Hyundai Elantra N is equipped with a 5.49‑quart engine oil capacity that calls for 0W‑30 viscosity, and it pairs that with an EPA‑rated fuel economy of 20/30/23 mpg through an eight‑speed automatic (AM‑S8) transmission. Reliability data show a total of 13 owner complaints, with the engine being the most frequent concern area and a single recall issued for the model year. Looking at the broader complaint history from 2022 through 2025, the Elantra N saw its highest number of issues in 2022 (16 complaints) and its lowest in 2024 (just one), indicating a clear improvement in dependability by the 2023 model year.

Model year2025202420232022

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity5.49 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-30OEM · verified
Lug nut torque79.0-94.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy20/30/23 mpgEPA · 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.

Tire size245/35ZR19/XL (93Y)OEM · verified
Wheel / rim8 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter2630035505
Fuel filter31112L1000
Spark plug1885709085
Cabin air filterKLC79AC001

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length183.9 in
Overall width71.7 in
Overall height55.5 in
Wheelbase107.1 in
Curb weight3020 lb
Track (front / rear)62.6 / 63 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)61/39

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined20 / 30 / 23 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume99 cu ft
Cargo volume14 cu ft
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 5.49 qt of 0W-30 engine oil. Torque lug nuts to 79.0-94.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Engine OilSynthetic · 0W-30
Engine Oil Capacity5.49 qt

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 engine oil and filter every 6,000 mi; spark plugs every 42,000 mi; coolant every 24,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 24,000 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.

At 5,000 miIntercooler (inspect)
Every 6,000 miAir Conditioning System (inspect) · Battery (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill)
Every 8,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 12,000 miCV Joint Boot (inspect) · Fuel Evaporative Canister Filter (inspect) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Fuel Tank Filler Cap (inspect) · Parking Brake System (inspect)
Every 16,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 20,000 miIntercooler (inspect)
Every 24,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Transmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 42,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 48,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)

Reliability & federal safety record

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

In 2023 the Hyundai Elantra N logged 13 complaints and a single recall, a decrease from 16 complaints and four recalls in 2022, and a modest drop from the 7 complaints in 2025. The trend shows a gradual decline in complaints and recalls over the generation, with 2024 reporting only one complaint and no recalls. The 2023 model’s top complaint areas—Engine (3), Service Brakes (1), Unknown Or Other (1), and Engine & Engine Cooling (1)—mirror the overall decline, indicating that major issues are relatively rare. Crash complaints remained low at three, and no fire complaints were reported. Thus, 2023 sits near the peak of the decline curve, suggesting it is a solid year to purchase given the lower recall count and steady complaint reduction.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
27
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
13
Owner complaints
3 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Rollover★★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 13 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine3
Service Brakes1
Unknown Or Other1
Engine & Engine Cooling1
Fuel/Propulsion System,Forward Collision Avoidance1
Steering,Suspension1
Power Train,Electrical System,Engine1
Fuel System, Gasoline1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

24V528000Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump:Control/Drive ModuleReported 12/07/2024

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Veloster N, 2019-2023 Genesis G70, 2022-2023 Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power. Remedy: Dealers will update engine control module software. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 27 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
26-AT-004H TSB2026-06-04Power TrainThis bulletin provides information related to a Transmission Control Unit (TCU) software…
26-GI-002H TSB2026-05-27Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides information related to the navigation and head unit software…
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 N take?

5.49 qt of Quaker State Full Synthetic 0W-30 SN Plus or Highter or ILSAC GF-6, per the factory manual.

Does the 2023 Elantra N have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Elantra N get?

EPA figures are 20 city / 30 highway / 23 combined mpg.