2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid – Low-speed hesitation followed by sudden jerk after braking (repeatable issue, ongoing dealer visit)

I own a 2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid and I’m trying to find out if anyone else is experiencing similar behavior.

The issue happens mainly at low speeds (0–10 mph), especially in stop-and-go traffic.“rear-end impact sensation”

What I experience:

  • From a complete stop, I lightly press the accelerator
  • The car does not respond immediately
  • After a short delay, the vehicle suddenly moves forward
  • The acceleration feels abrupt rather than smooth

When it happens:

  • After braking to a near stop and then accelerating again
  • In low-speed traffic situations
  • Occasionally during EV driving or hybrid transitions

Additional notes:

  • The behavior is repeatable under similar conditions
  • I can reproduce it consistently
  • The vehicle has already been at the dealership twice
    • First visit: 4 days, issue not resolved
    • Second visit: currently ongoing (~9 days)

Question:

Has anyone else with this model experienced the same behavior?

Posted Jul 3, 2026, 6:15 PM UTC

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