How many problems does the 2013 HYUNDAI Elantra GT have?

The 2013 HYUNDAI Elantra GT currently has 1293 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.

What are the most common problems with 2013 HYUNDAI Elantra GT?

The most common problems reported for the 2013 HYUNDAI Elantra GT are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.

Where does this 2013 HYUNDAI Elantra GT problem data come from?

All problem and complaint data for the 2013 HYUNDAI Elantra GT comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.

2013 HYUNDAI Elantra GT Problems

STEERING

177 complaints

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the steering wheel was very loose. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the contact was forced to grip the steering wheel with force with the front of the vehicle abnormally shaking. The contact depressed the brake pedal and the shaking of the front of the vehicle increased. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was advised that the steering rack was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 97,501.

Jun 30, 2025

My steering wheel is making.a clunking noise and I called Hyundai and informed them and they told me the extended warranty has expired since last year. Lots of Hyundai 2013 consumers complained about this issue and it’s an expensive fix. Please advice [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Oct 23, 2024

The steering wheel clicks and feels loose when it moves. The repair is to replace the Steering Coupler a piece of plastic for $5 but it will cost $300 or more for my mechanic since it is a 2-3 hour job. This should be replaced by the Dealer for free since the part is made to wear out and be defective

Jul 17, 2024

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel was loosened, and felt as if the steering wheel would detach. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact believed that the failure was a manufacturing defect and took the vehicle to a local dealer; however, no assistance was provided. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 116,000.

Jun 12, 2024

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the contact became aware that the steering wheel was making a loud rattling sound. There was no warning light illuminated. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 113,000.

Jun 10, 2024

+ 172 more complaints for this component

ENGINE

118 complaints

My engine has a piston slap. I have the 1.8l 4cy nu engine. It causes the car to stall unexpectedly creating a potential for serious accidents.

Nov 04, 2025

Crash: 1

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled and lost motive power. The contact stated that the vehicle was restarted. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with piston failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Dec 30, 2024

I was driving down a busy highway when my car decided to die I pulled into the turning lane cause that was the closest thing to me I turned my car off and went to turn it back on in hopes that it would just fire back up and smoke went rolling from my engine. I ended up having to contact a tow truck along with an officer to block the road come to find out my engine was completely blown, I contacted the service department along with warranty services and everything and nobody is willing to assist with this issue. Apparently This is an ongoing issue with Hyundai cars.

Jul 26, 2024

The engine of my 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT failed due to a known piston-slap issue, and it is available for inspection for a limited time before being sold to a junkyard. This failure occurred suddenly while I was on the highway, putting my safety and the safety of others at risk as I had to maneuver the car to the side of the road amidst heavy traffic. The problem has been confirmed by both the Hyundai dealership and an independent service center, who diagnosed the piston-slap issue and found the engine filled with sludge, a known issue with these engines. Despite having 28 documented service records and regular oil changes, Hyundai denied the warranty claim, citing engine neglect. Hyundai representatives have inspected the vehicle and provided a technical bulletin documenting this defect. Prior to the failure, there were no warning lamps, messages, or other symptoms indicating a problem with the engine.

Jul 10, 2024

Engine has "piston" slap or knocking, a precursor to catastrophic engine seizure, diagnosed at Joe Machen's Hyundai at 132k miles on [XXX]. Engine could seize causing rapid deceleration at any moment, while pulling out into traffic or travelling at high speeds on the highway. First noticed a clicking or ticking noise the engine made when it was cold around 130k mi, which goes away as engine warms up. Sound has gotten louder and more persistent and has turned into a knocking. Dealer told me that the entire engine needs replaced, which is prohibitively expensive. So I'm driving it now until I can get a new car or engine replacement. I've submitted a claim to the dealer and Hyundai corporate, but was denied. I don't believe that Hyundai is taking responsibility for the safe operation and reliability of their cars. I have also not found the dealer to be a support and advocate. There was a limited class action lawsuit where Hyundai settled for some faulty engines where there were metal burrs leftover in the oil passageways during manufacturing that causes engines to fail even when oil changes were done regularly [XXX] ). However, I don't think anything close to the number of engines with actual problems have been addressed. Mine wasn't in the recall but has the piston slap. I got regular oil changes with average 4,405 mi interval through today, while 7,500 mi interval is recommended in manual. I have another friend with a 2017 Elantra that failed at 95k miles, and another with a Kia that failed. Since Hyundai/Kia are very common cars, and owners often don't have the ability to replace the entire engine, and sometimes get no warning, the engine manufacturing defect needs to be looked into further by the NHTSA and Hyundai/Kia as a grave safety concern. Hyundai/Kia need to act promptly to prevent death and injury to their customers due to catastrophic engine failure. We don't feel safe. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

May 25, 2024

+ 113 more complaints for this component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

105 complaints

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Apr 25, 2025

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Mar 12, 2025

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard; however, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 114,606.

Feb 18, 2025

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made not aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Aug 09, 2024

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Aug 08, 2024

+ 100 more complaints for this component

AIR BAGS

105 complaints

Clock spring failures are a well known issue with Hyundai/Kia models from the early 2010s. Hyundai has offered an extended warranty on most models, but has excluded the GT models, even though they use the same parts. My clock spring has failed, disabling the horn and driver air bag functionality.

Mar 28, 2025

Air bag light is on constantly, goes off if my steering wheel is turned a certain way. But will come back on immediately after if turned and will not go off of dashboard

Jan 03, 2025

The air bag warning light is mostly ON, but turns off intermittently. I was told this is a safety issue and will cost hundreds of dollars to fix. I am very anxious about this. I did not find any recall notices but did see many complaints about this issue for 2013 Hyundai Elantras.

Oct 30, 2024

My daughter had a tire blow out which caused the passenger side airbag to deploy. A piece of trim approximately 32 inches long flew off from the passenger's side hitting my daughter in the head and causing a concussion and requiring an emergency room visit.. Hyundai performed an investigation and stated the airbags deployed like they should have but refused to acknowledge the cause of my daughter's injury and would not discuss it further.

Sep 09, 2024

Injuries: 1

At approximately 67,000 miles the airbag light on the instrument cluster has become permanently illuminated. This appears to be a common issue, causing Hyundai to extend the warranty on the clock spring; however, the GT model is not covered by this technical service bulletin. This issue may impact the deployment of the airbags and so should be a safety recall rather than a TSB which doesn't even cover all affected models.

Aug 23, 2024

+ 100 more complaints for this component

SERVICE BRAKES

67 complaints

Brake failure. Corroded brake lines. There is a recall in Canada for this model year for the same exact issue [XXX] ). Why did NHTSA not force a recall for the same issue at least in cold-weather states? INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

May 30, 2025

Hyundai recall 251 happened in Sept. 2023 and a remedy was not made available until summer 2024. This was a "park outside due to fire risk" recall and a completely unacceptable amount of time to put families in danger. Fast forward to when the remedy was available. I went to my dealer, ALM Hyundai West, who completed the recall. A week later I checked the Hyundai website and the recall was not marked complete. ALM told me I needed to come back in so they could confirm it was done correctly and take pictures. I wasn't happy but I went back and they took their pictures. That was a month ago. My recall is STILL not marked as complete and ALM is so disorganized, I am not sure if my car was actually fixed at this point.

Aug 09, 2024

I (finally) received a letter with instructions for what to do to make an appointment to get my car fixed so it doesn't catch on fire per Recall 251, but I was unable to do so. I followed the instructions exactly. When I go to the website [XXX] and enter my VIN number, the recall appears. But then when I try to schedule an appointment, that recall does not appear as an option to create the appointment for. They did not test this system at all, and they did not list any other ways to make the appointment in the letter. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Jun 22, 2024

My vehicle has been affected by Hyundai Recall #251. Hyundai sent mixed messages in the recall saying park the car while also saying the car is safe to drive. My brakes have began locking up, pulsing and vibrating at stops, and declined power braking. Recently, the warning lights are flicking on and off and occasionally I think I smell it burning. I immediately shut the car off. This recall was announced in Nov 2023. It is May 2023 and there is still no remedy. It is not safe for me to drive my car. I owe payments for a vehicle I cannot use and I rely on that vehicle to get to work to pay for the car. Hyundai needs to offer a real solution to the issue of leaking brake fluid and the fuse issues.

May 16, 2024

Hyundai is taking too long to remedy a known problem: NHTSA Recall # 23V-651 000, Hyundai Recall # 251

May 16, 2024

+ 62 more complaints for this component

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

62 complaints

I took my car to Millennium Hyundai in Garden City, New York on June 22, 2024 to fix NHTSA recall # 23V651000 (manufacturer recall # 251). The dealer claimed the repair was completed and I have documentation to this effect (see service summary, attached). However, neither Hyundai nor the dealer ever updated the NHTSA database to show that this recall repair was completed, so my car still shows that it has an open recall. I do not want this to be an issue when I sell the car. The dealer refuses to take responsibility for updating the database. Either the dealer did not complete the repair as required, or the dealer is refusing to update the database as required. Either way, the dealer is clearly not in compliance with NHTSA regulations and requirements. Please take whatever actions are necessary against Millennium Hyundai. Thank you.

May 27, 2025

I own a 2013 Elantra Hyundai. I have owned the car since 2019. A few days ago, I was unable to open my trunk with the electronic key. I had my battery replaced at a dealership. My trunk still wont open. I checked Google website. Consumer Report reported a recall in March 2024 for latch to be replaced. Am asking that the recall be honored. Please advise. My email is: [XXX] . Thank you. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Mar 28, 2025

I was driving my car for 3 minutes, made a left and all the sudden every light on the dashboard came on, the vehicle slowed and the engined died. I was able to get to the side of the street and park the car safely. It took two times for the car to start back up. I called Hyundai Santa Monica Dealership and was able to bring my car in. I have been here all day and since they cannot replicate the issue, they do not know what is wrong with the car. They also are not seeing a history of all the dashboard lights coming on. I have called Hyundai Customer Care and have started a claim with them as I do not feel safe driving this vehicle with an unknown issue. I was fortunate enough to be on a side street, but if this has happened in traffic or on a freeway, I would absolutely have been hit as the car immediately slowed and died without warning. There were no warning signs at the time this happened. I brought my car in for another issue a few weeks ago as there was a problem with the gas gauge and sensors. Previously, the car (on a filled gas take), would flash the gas tank, look empty, and the car slowed and stopped. They said they fixed this prior issue. I am worried to drive this car as I do not know what is wrong with it, and at this point, they do not know either. I have contacted Hyundai customer care team and filed a claim. I am waiting for a case manager to return my call and information on the next steps.

May 13, 2024

Hyundai put out a recall on Sep 22, 2023 and nothing has been done to fix the issue. Every day I get into my car to drive I am scared & terrified that the car will catch fire while I am in it and not only injure me, my child, or other passengers, but potentially other drivers on the road. I am also afraid to park anywhere due to the risk of the car catching fire. My car is my lifeline and I cannot afford to get another car. My workplace only has a parking garage, so I have no other place to park, so now everyday my car could potentially cause structural damages in the garage and other cars could be damaged. I don't want to be on the highway and not have time to get out of the car safely. If Hyundai knows there is a potential FIRE threat, every single car should be pulled off the road and replaced or fixed immediately. Not everyone will know what a fire smells like or if something malfunctions in the electrical system due to the fire/smoke, how will passengers be alerted to immediately pull over and leave the car. This recall sounds extremely urgent. Hyundai needs to be forced to fix all of the issues. Waiting 6 months already with these dangerous cars on the road is irresponsible and can potentially cause a lot of trauma to people, such as myself. Leaking brakes should be considered a high priority and I do not understand why it is not being looked at that way. Hyundai is putting so many lives in danger on the road and its inexcusable.

Apr 08, 2024

I received the recall notice for Recall 251, NHTSA Recall #23V651000. Per the instructions, I have been parking my car outside while awaiting the remedy. I have checked back numerous times to see if a remedy was available. Yesterday my driver's side lock in the handle was broken in an attempted break-in/theft, which most certainly would not have happened if the car was in my garage. I believe the company has not remedied the defect in a reasonable time period and the delay has directly led to further damage of my vehicle.

Mar 31, 2024

+ 57 more complaints for this component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

43 complaints

Blinkers hyper flash with head lights off, get stuck on one direction. dont work when head lights are on. THIS IS A HUGE PROBLEM with this car and it is known but nothing has ever been done.

Mar 13, 2023

The vehicle brake lamps, both left/right and center continually burn out. The bulbs burn out every few months. The tail lamps remain lit, but the stop lamps burn out regularly. There seems to be a recurring problems with this make and model. Hyundai must be aware as this safety issue presents a crash hazards. Non functioning brake lamps.

Jan 07, 2023

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact became aware that after it rained, there was water inside the driver’s and passenger’s side rear taillights assembly, causing the bulbs to become inoperable. The contact replaced the light bulbs. The dealer was contacted, and the contact was informed that there was no recall regarding the failure. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was out of warranty. The failure mileage was 38,000.

Dec 23, 2022

MY BRAKE LIGHTS ARE STUCK AND WILL NOT TURN OFF. THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD FOR ME TO DRIVE. I NEED TO KNOW WHAT I CAN DO TO GET THIS REPAIR COMPLETED. IT STATES I HAVE NO ACTIVE RECALLS, HOWEVER, THE PAGE I JUST WAS ON TO GET TO THIS SITE STATED I HAVE ONE FOR MY BRAKE PEDAL STOP.

Dec 05, 2022

I am having trouble with the exterior lights on my vehicle. That includes brake lights, tail lights, head lights, turn signals (front and rear). I am constantly replacing them as one or several are always out. My safety and/or the safety of others are put at risk because of no brake lights, someone may rear end me, or having difficulty seeing in front of me at night when head lights fail. I've taken my vehicle to several different locations to have my bulbs changed, and I've also changed a few myself. There is no way to know when a brake light is out, unless I'm getting an oil change, as I did today, and had to pay to have two more bulbs replaced, and thankfully he was kind enough to charge the 3rd at no cost. I've also been pulled over to let me know my bulbs weren't working, or having random people in traffic let me know.

Aug 02, 2021

+ 38 more complaints for this component

SUSPENSION

33 complaints

Without warning, car bump steers going over bumps on a curve of the road. Rear end of car will swing to the outside of curve, right or left depending on curve taken. This will cause a control problem, causing car to steer into oncoming traffic. Car will bump steer on a straight road depending on road condition.

Sep 26, 2023

Since I purchased this vehicle in 10-2012 I have had major suspension tracking issues. When driving at normal highway speeds (50-70MPH), the slightest bump in the road makes the rear of the vehicle sway and "dog walk" . This has been an issue within the first few months of ownership, but the dealership found no issues. The situation started shortly after purchase and continues the same as of today (5-5-2023). I have replaced the rear shocks with better than OEM shocks and continue to have the same situation. If the bump in the road happens to be in a slight curve (such as an expansion joint in bridge) on the Interstate, the vehicle nearly looses complete traction. This happens with new tires and on dry, warm concrete. I have spoken with other owners of similar make and year and all have said they had the same issue, even right after purchase. No warning lights, traction control lights or messages appear on display.. I have had multiple inspection stations and garages check out the suspension and wheel units, but no malfunctions or defects found.

May 05, 2023

I NOTICED MY 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA WAS MAKING A SOUND FROM THE DRIVER SIDE( IN 2018 )WHEEL WHEN I TURN AND ALSO THE CAR SWAYS WHEN DRIVING AT SLOW SPEED. I REPORTED IT TO THE HYUNDAI OF LAS VEGAS DEALERSHIP WHERE I BOUGHT MY HYUNDAI FROM ON 6/2017 BUT THEY SAID I HAD NO EXTENDED WARRANTY. I THEN RECEIVED A "RECALL NOTICE" FOR THE 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA (1/29/2018) AND TOOK IT BACK TO HYUNDAI OF LAS VEGAS WHO FIXED A BRAKE PEDAL DEFECT FREE OF CHARGE. I KNOW THERE ARE 29 HYUNDAI CONSUMER COMPLAINTS REPORTED TO THE NHTSA ABOUT THE "SWAYING MOTION" ON HYUNDAIS THAT IS A SAFETY ISSUE RELATED TO THE SUSPENSION WHICH SHOULD BE ON THE RECALL PRIORITY LIST TO IN MY OPINION SINCE I AM MAKING MONTHLY PAYMENTS FOR MY USED HYUNDAI. IT WILL COST THE PRICE OF A NEW CAR AFTER I AM DONE PAYING OFF THE ENTIRE CAR LOAN I OWE. *TR

May 30, 2020

AS WITH MANY OTHERS, MY 2013 ELANTRA LIKES TO KICK THE BACK END OUT OVER BUMPS AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. I PASSED AN ACCIDENT LAST WEEKEND ON THE HIGHWAY WHERE A 2013 ELANTRA HAD CRASHED INTO THE CEMENT BARRIER JUST AFTER A BRIDGE ON WET ROADS. MY CAR JUMPED OVER THE SAME BUMP ALTHOUGH I WAS AT A LOWER SPEED BECAUSE OF THE ACCIDENT AND IT WASN'T AS SEVERE AS IT WOULD HAVE BEEN IF I WAS GOING FASTER. IT IS MUCH WORSE AS THE CAR GETS OLDER. IT ALSO HAS OTHER ISSUES THAT OWNERS HAVE COMPLAINED ABOUT SUCH AS NOT WANTING TO START (3 TIMES) AND WHITE SMOKE IF YOU ACCELERATE TOO QUICKLY. DEALER HAS BEEN NO HELP.

May 24, 2019

'TAKATA RECALL' WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED IF I HIT A SLIGHT BUMP OR IRREGULARITY IN THE ROAD REAR END OF CAR JUMPS AROUND. ON WET OR SLICK ROADS IT IS EVEN WORSE. FROM THE COMPLAINTS I HAVE READ I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE WITH THIS PROBLEM. HYUNDAI NEEDS TO RECALL THESE VEHICLES AND FIX THIS PROBLEM BEFORE SOMEONE LOSES THEIR LIFE. I NOTICED AN ISSUE WITH STABILITY WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND WAS UNSURE AS TO WHAT WAS CAUSING THE CAR TO FEEL LIKE IT WAS JUMPING AFTER HITTING SMALL BUMPS. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH I UNDERSTAND NOW THAT IT IS THE SUSPENSION THAT IS CAUSING THIS INSTABILITY. THE BUMPS I HIT ON THE HIGHWAY ARE NOT MAJOR BUMPS, THESE ARE JUST THE SMALL ONES THAT TRANSITION FROM SECTION TO SECTION OF THE HIGHWAY SO I KNOW IT ISN'T THE ROAD I DRIVE ON, IT IS THE CAR. ALSO WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, ANYWHERE FROM 45-65MPH THE DRIVING STABILITY FEELS UNSAFE AND THE VEHICLE WAVERS BACK AND FORTH ON THE HIGHWAY, HAVING TO ALWAYS CORRECT IT. WHEN IT IS WINDY IT IS EXTREMELY WORSE. I CANNOT BELIEVE HYUNDAI MADE A CAR THIS UNSAFE. DRIVING THIS WINTER I HAVE ONLY HOPED THAT THE JUMPING AND WAVERING DOESN'T CAUSE AN ACCIDENT ON THE HIGHWAY. THIS IS COMPLETELY UNACCEPTABLE TO FEEL THAT WAY IN A VEHICLE. THE COMPANY SHOULD BE MADE RESPONSIBLE FOR THESE ISSUES. THIS HAPPENS SO OFTEN AT LEAST OVER 20 TIMES IN JUST THIS YEAR I'M AFRAID FOR MY LIFE AND SO ARE A LOT OF OTHER PEOPLE WITH THE SAME ISSUE

Dec 30, 2018

+ 28 more complaints for this component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

32 complaints

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, there were several warning lights illuminated. The contact pressed START/STOP button several times before the vehicle started. The contact stated that the instrument cluster went black, and the radio and clock were inoperable. The contact stated that on other occasions, the key fob failed to unlock the vehicle. The contact had the vehicle towed to a dealer to be diagnosed. The vehicle was diagnosed; however, the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired, and the failure reoccurred several times. The contact had the vehicle towed back to the same dealer. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the 12-Volt battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 99,000.

Jun 09, 2025

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that on several occasions while turned off, the horn began honking inadvertently. The key fob was depressed each time to turn the horn off. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that a new anti-theft system needed to be installed. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where the failure was not able to be duplicated. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 12,000.

Apr 02, 2024

This particular recall was begun in September 2023. My vehicle was affected by it and upon calling my local Hyundai dealer, I was informed that no 'remedy' has been determined. I have checked online several times for an update and nothing has changed. I am concerned about potential fire risk and am a homeowner. I prefer the security of my own locked garage, yet Hyundai suggests parking the vehicle outside - yet their other recent recall of Hyundai vehicle subjected consumers to theft of vehicles. I can't win. It's been 2 months since the recall was announced. I am concerned that no solution has been offered for this current 'fire' recall. How long can Hyundai continue to drags its feet while leaving millions of customers at potential risk?

Dec 11, 2023

THIS IS THE 2ND TIME this happened. On june 6 while driving i put on A C and it did not go on, along with the lights, windshield wipers. I stopped for a doctors appointment and returned in about an hour , the car started , sounded sluggish and the same problem, no AC . lights, windshield wipers. then about 15 minutes later i pulled my car aside, shut it down , started it and all was working properly. It has happened more than once last time was about 2 months ago and i do not know it until i try to use the electrical items. car started up right away. if it was raining, and i stopped for an errand and tried to use the windshield wipers i would be in trouble as i would not be able to drive home.

Jun 07, 2023

Immobilizer malfunctioning while driving which causes vehicle to lose power unexpectedly while no key is detected.

Mar 29, 2022

+ 27 more complaints for this component

WHEELS

28 complaints

PREMATURE WEAR ON INSIDE EDGE OF REAR TIRES. WHEEL ALIGNMENT INDICATES THAT THE REAR WHEELS ARE AT THE HIGH END OF THE SPECIFICATION BUT THERE IS NO ADJUSTMENT. ON WET OR ICY ROAD CONDITIONS THE CAR LURCHES FROM SIDE TO SIDE LOSING TRACTION SHIFTING SIDE TO SIDE. TIRES WEAR OUT AFTER APPROXIMATELY 30K MULTIPLE BRANDS HAVE BEEN TRIED. DEALER DID MULTIPLE WHEEL ALIGNMENTS AND EVENTUALLY PROVIDED TWO NEW TIRES BUT NEVER FIXED THE PROBLEM. I KNOW OF OTHERS WHO HAVE BOUGHT THE SAME YEAR OF VEHICLE AND HAD THE SAME ISSUE. THE LURKING/SHIFTING WHEN DRIVING ON WET OR ICY ROAD IS VERY DANGEROUS. THE TIRE REPLACEMENT ISSUE IS COSTLY AS WELL. REAR TIRES ARE CHAMBERED FROM FACTORY CAUSING THIS ISSUE AND NO ADJUSTMENT CAPABILITIES. THIS SHOULD BE A FACTORY RECALL AND THE REAR AXLE SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY ALIGN THE REAR WHEELS. MY FIRST SET OF FACTORY TIRES WHERE EVENLY ON THE FRONT THEY WERE MEASURED AT 8/32 TREAD WHEN THE REAR TIRES WHERE UNEVENLY FROM 8/32 ON THE OUTSIDE TO 0/32 ON THE INSIDE TWO INCHES INTO THE TIRE TREAD. FOUGHT WITH DEAL FIR MONTHS AND MONTHS THEY FINALLY WON AND WORE ME OUT. I JUST STOP GOING TO THEM AND REPLACE MY TIRES AS THEY WEAR OUT. VERY COSTLY AND DANGEROUS FOR OTHERS WHO DON'T KNOW ABOUT THE LURKING/SHIFTING TO DRIVE THIS CAR. THERE ARE NO AFTER MARKET SHIM KITS TO CORRECT THIS ISSUE EITHER. THIS SHOULD BE A SAFETY RECALL FOR THIS VEHICLE AS THE VEHICLE WHEEL ALIGNMENT IS NOT TRACKING PROPERLY WITH NO ADJUSTMENT.

Jan 08, 2020

SINCE BUYING THIS CAR MY TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT HAS BEEN COMING ON. IT IS HAPPENING MORE AND MORE FREQUENT. IT IS CAUSING MY CAR TO SLOW DOWN WITHOUT ME USING THE BRAKES BY AS MUCH AS 10-15 MILES PER HOUR. AT THIS TIME I'M NOT SURE IF MY BREAK LIGHTS ARE STAYING ON.

Nov 27, 2018

2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SPONTANEOUS WHEEL FRACTURE. *LD *JS *TR

Aug 14, 2018

Injuries: 1

ON FRIDAY, MAY 26 2017, AT 7AM WHILE DRIVING ON CURVE, THE DRIVER SIDE FRONT RIM BROKE APART AND THE TIRE FLEW COMPLETELY OFF. THE CAR CRASHED TO THE PAVEMENT WHERE THE WHEEL HAD BEEN. THE ROAD HAD RECENTLY BEEN RESURFACED SO THERE WERE NO POT HOLES OR HAZARDS. HYUNDAI WAS NOTIFIED AND THEY SAID TO BRING IT IN ADMITTING THIS WAS A DEFECTIVE RIM. AFTER HAVING THE VEHICLE TOWED TO SACRAMENTO HYUNDAI, WE WERE TOLD, 'IT'S AN INSURANCE ISSUE'. THE INSURANCE SAID, 'IT'S A MANUFACTURER ISSUE'. THEN WE CONTACTED SAFE-GUARD REGARDING THE PLATINUM PROTECTION PROGRAM PURCHASED WITH THE VEHICLE, AND WERE TOLD THAT IT'S NOT COVERED BECAUSE IT'S A DEFECT AND THEY DON'T COVER DEFECTS.

Sep 08, 2017

Crash: 1

BOUGHT CAR WITH NEW TIRES TOOK BACK FOR LOW TIRE PRESSURE HAVE TO PUT AIR IN TIRES EVERY WEEK OR TIRES WOULD BE FLAT DEALER SAID THEIR IS NO PROBLEM. LOOKED ON LINE CAR HAS A LOT OF TIRE COMPLAINTS OF LOW TIRE PRESSURE DEALER WILL NOT FIX

May 16, 2017

+ 23 more complaints for this component

TIRES

26 complaints

Was getting onto the freeway i15 southbound at 2100 in lehi utah as I was making the turn i ran over a street sign that had fallen Onto the road. There was no avoiding it due to it taking up most of the road that was available. As running over the sign I was hoping it didn’t cause damage. The front passenger side tire started going flat. I was thankfully able to get off the next exit (lehi main st.) to park in the subway parking lot. Was able to change my tire to the spare I had in my trunk. The tire size and brand is 205/50R17 93V Yokohama yk740 gtx

Mar 21, 2022

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA EQUIPPED WITH PRIMEWELL VALERA TOURING II TIRES, SIZE: 205/55/R16 (NA). WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 80 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL BEGAN TO SEVERELY SHAKE AND THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE SPUN AROUND AND CAME TO A STOP. THE REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE BEGAN TO SMOKE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE TIRE THREAD HAD TORN AND CAUSED THE TIRE WALL TO CAVE INWARDS. THE CONTACT HAD A CERTIFIED MECHANIC REPLACE THE TIRE WITH A SPARE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE DOT NUMBER WAS UNKNOWN. THE APPROXIMATE VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 90,000 AND THE APPROXIMATE TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 39,000.

Jun 15, 2017

Fire: 1

THE TIRE PRESSURE WAS LOW SO I TOOK THE CAR TO MY TIRE DEALER ONLY TO DISCOVER THAT ALL OEM NEXEN TIRES HAD CRACKS BETWEEN THE TREADS BOTH HORIZONTALLY AND VERTICALLY. EACH TIRE HAS A DIFFERENT DOT CODE SO I HAVE ONLY SUBMITTED ONE COMPLAINT. THE CAR HAS 8940 MILES ON IT AND IS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA GT. I CALLED NEXEN WARRANTY DEPARTMENT AND NO ONE ANSWERED SO I LEFT A MESSAGE. I ALSO, WROTE THEM AND EMAIL AND AM WAITING FOR A RESPONSE.

Nov 09, 2016

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA EQUIPPED WITH HANKOOK OPTIMO H426 TIRES, SIZE: P215/45R15 (NA). AFTER INSPECTING THE TIRES, THE CONTACT DISCOVERED BUBBLES ON THE SIDEWALLS OF THE TIRES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TIRE WAS THE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE OF THE VEHICLE AND TIRE WAS 29,000.

Nov 19, 2015

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA EQUIPPED WITH HANKOOK OPTIMO H426 TIRES, SIZE: P205/55R16. AFTER INSPECTING THE TIRES, THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE TREAD WAS PREMATURELY WORN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TIRES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE TIRES WERE REPLACED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE VEHICLE AND TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 19,000. THE DOT NUMBER AND VIN WERE UNAVAILABLE.

Oct 28, 2015

+ 21 more complaints for this component

TIRES,WHEELS

25 complaints

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA EQUIPPED WITH HANKOOK TIRES, SIZE: 205/55/R16. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN AIR PRESSURE LEAK IN THE TIRES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DICK HANNAH VOLKSWAGEN OF PORTLAND (12345 E BURNSIDE ST, PORTLAND, OR 97233) WHERE ALL THE TIRES WERE CHECKED, BUT NO LEAKS WERE FOUND ALTHOUGH WIRES WERE SEEN PROTRUDING FROM THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE. THE CONTACT DECIDED TO HAVE AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC REPLACE ALL FOUR TIRES. THEY MECHANIC ALSO NOTICED AN ALIGNMENT FAILURE THAT WOULD CAUSE THE TIRES TO WEAR AGAIN WITH A POSSIBLE BLOWOUT IF LEFT UNCHECKED. THE CONTACT LEFT A MESSAGE WITH THE MANUFACTURER TO CALL HIM BACK. THE CONTACT WILL GIVE THEM A RETURN CALL AFTER SPEAKING WITH NHTSA. THE VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 35,511. THE TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE, DOT NUMBER, AND TIRE LINE WERE UNKNOWN.

Jul 17, 2019

THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE HAS BLOWN OUT TWICE IN THE PAST YEAR. THE CAR WAS PARKED, AND WHEN I STARTED THE CAR AND STARTED DRIVING THE LOW TIRE LIGHT CAME ON. AFTER STOPPING TO GET AIR I DISCOVERED THE TIRE WAS COMPLETELY FLAT, AND I HAD BEEN DRIVING ON A FLAT TIRE. BOTH TIMES THE RIM WAS ALSO BENT AND HAD TO BE SENT TO A SHOP TO REPAIR IT (MORE MONEY AND MORE TIME AWAY FROM MY CAR AND PAYING FOR A RENTAL CAR). IT WAS THE SAME EXACT SITUATION BOTH TIMES. I DIDN'T HIT ANYTHING OR RUN OVER ANYTHING. IN TOTAL, THIS IS THE FOURTH OR FIFTH TIME I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THIS TIRE DURING THE DURATION OF THE CAR'S LIFE, AND IT HAS NEVER BEEN DUE TO HITTING ANYTHING OR RUNNING OVER ANYTHING. IT JUST MYSTERIOUSLY HAPPENS. I PURCHASED THE CAR NEW IN OCT 2012 AND THERE ARE CURRENTLY ABOUT 57000 MILES ON THE CAR. THIS IS A MAJOR INCONVENIENCE IN TERMS OF COST AND TIME, BUT EVEN MORE IMPORTANTLY, I CONSTANTLY FEAR AND DREADFULLY ANTICIPATE THE NEXT TIME I WILL HAVE A FLAT AND NEVER FEEL COMPLETELY SAFE WHEN DRIVING. I HAVE READ ONLINE THAT THE USE OF 17" WHEELS ON THIS CAR IS NOT APPROPRIATE, AND I WOULD LIKE FOR THIS TO BE LOOKED INTO, AS NO ONE WITH THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN ABLE TO GET ANY HELP FROM HYUNDAI. THANK YOU. *TR

Jan 04, 2016

I HAVE A 2013 ELANTRA GT AND HAVE HAD NUMEROUS ISSUES WITH WHEELS AND TIRES. IN THE WINTER OF 2013-14, I HAD THIS CAR FOR ONLY 4 MONTH AND STARTED HAVING ISSUES WITH BUBBLES IN SIDEWALLS OF THE TIRES. THE ORIGINAL TIRES WERE KUMHO 245/45R17 TIRES AND BUBBLED OR WENT FLAT AFTER NORMAL DRIVING OR UPON ENCOUNTERING A BUMP OR POTHOLE. THE TIRES WERE REPLACED WITH FALKEN 245/45R17 TIRES IN FEBRUARY OF 2014. IN NOVEMBER OF 2014, ANOTHER BUBBLE APPEARED AND A SECOND ON DECEMBER 4, 2014. IT IS A CONCERNING CONDITION OF UNSAFETY AND UNRELIABILITY WHEN A VEHICLES TIRES ARE SO PRONE TO DAMAGE. I WAS ABLE TO PURCHASE THE ROAD HAZARD WARRANTY WITH THE REPLACEMENT TIRES, BUT HAVE LEARNED THAT THIS WILL NO LONGER BE AVAILABLE AND THE 17" TIRES WILL BE CONSIDERED 'LOW PROFILE' GOING FORWARD AND REPLACEMENTS WILL NOT BE COVERED AND WILL NEED TO BE PAID OUT OF POCKET. NOT ONLY IS THIS A SCARY SITUATION, IT IS EXPENSIVE AND TIME CONSUMING. PLEASE LOOK INTO THIS COMPLAINT AND THE MANY OTHERS THAT HAVE BEEN SUBMITTED FOR THE SAME ISSUE. *TR

Dec 05, 2014

MY DAUGHTER HAS A HYUNDAI ELANTRA 2013 WITH 6700 MILES, SHE WAS DRIVING AT 60MPH ON A FREEWAY AND HER PASSENGER FRONT TIRE BLEW OUT. SHE LOST CONTROL AND RAN INTO THE CONCRETE BARRIER ON THE FREEWAY. SHE HAS FRAME AND BODY DAMAGE TO HER FRONT END. THANK GOD SHE IS OK EXCEPT FOR HER COLLAR BONE AREA BEING BRUISED FROM HER SEAT BELT. SHE DID NOT HIT ANYTHING BEFORE THE BLOW OUT. SHE COULD HAVE BEEN SERIOUSLY HURT. NO TIRE WITH ONLY 6700MILES SHOULD HAVE A BLOW OUT LIKE THIS ONE DID. THE CAR HAS NEXEN CP671 TIRES. I AM WAITING ON NEXEN TIRE COMPANY TO CALL ME BACK. HYUNDAI REALLY HAS NOT OFFERED ANY HELP. *TR

Oct 14, 2014

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

SECOND SIDE WALL TIRE BLOW OUT ON HYUNDAI ELANTRA WAS DRIVING ON A PRETTY TYPICAL ROAD (BUMPS ETC) BUT NO HUGE CHUCK HOLES AND TIRE SIDEWALL GAVE OUT. *TR

Oct 09, 2014

+ 20 more complaints for this component

POWER TRAIN

24 complaints

The car failed to go into the park. The vehicle was in park and continued to roll, and we placed the emergency brake on. The vehicle was towed to the dealership. The dealership replaced it with a new shift cable clip, and now the car operates. We noticed the vehicle had a previous recall that was repaired in 2019. The shift clip repair is for the same clip that failed, resulting in being unable to shift in gear. When asked why we were charged for a recall repair that didn't last, we were told we could only fix a repair once and that we needed to pay. The concern is if this vehicle was Parked on an incline I could roll forward running into something and someone. From the record there was roughly 40k miles between recall repair and the failure of the clip that was supposed to fix this problem.

Sep 09, 2024

TRANSMISSION stopped running at 100,000 miles

Jan 29, 2023

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while reversing at approximately 2 MPH, the vehicle stopped responding. The contact stated that she moved the gear shifter into neutral (N) position, then shifted back into reverse (R), and the vehicle responded. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that there were no transmission issues. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.

Aug 12, 2022

MY CAR WAS REPAIRED FOR NOISE IN ENGINE A YEAR AND HALF LATER MAKING SAME NOISE WHY IS THAT? THE COMPUTER WAS UPDATED WHEN I GOT THE RECALL ON IT NOW I HAVE NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS WITH THE SAME SOUND OF ENGINE

Apr 24, 2021

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE BATTERY INDICATOR AND HEADLIGHTS FLICKERED. OTHER UNKNOWN INDICATORS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WERE ALSO ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND DECELERATED. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND PROVIDED CASE NUMBER: 16408283. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 217,500.

Nov 29, 2019

+ 19 more complaints for this component

STEERING,SUSPENSION

22 complaints

2013 Elantra coupe se.The car wanders on the highway like a boat constantly left and right all over the lane and if/when you hit a dip or bump it REALLY throws the car around! There's Obviously issues with the suspension on a MULTITUDE of these model/year vehicles if not ALL of theml. It is VERY dangerous and needs to be addressed and recalled. I do not have an alignment issue as the tires brakes rotors and calipers are all new no dragging /pulling etc and the tires are properly pressured as well. Extremely well maintained car by the owner EXTREMELY poorly Engineered by the Maker! The steering coupler has been replaced also taking the play out of the wheel as those things are a small rubber "cog wheel" that wears completely to nothing causing severe play and a clunking noise in the wheel between the turning of left or right as that component acts as a spacer/gear/vibration absorber between the steering shaft and the steering assist helper motor gears these cars ALSO were sold knowing they were piston slap engines yet Still never issued a recall until YEARS and multi millions of complaints later only to only cover certain years and models yet they All had the same engine. Imagine the IDIOCY! I will NEVER purchase a Hyundai or a Kia EVER again rest assured! I do my research and homework on every potential item I'm looking into possibly getting yet Nowhere at the time was there any info regarding they were piston slap engines turning these out by the multi millions and trying to hide the fact until they no longer could. Disgustingly Sad that they do not stand behind there product!

Jan 19, 2025

Steering has become loose and unsafe due to coupler malfunction. Unable to control wheels while driving and clicking noise while turning.

Aug 05, 2024

Subframe is rotted. It snapped while driving; braking the control arm in the process. The lives of my children and myself were put at risk. If we had been on a busy road or highway, ourselves and others would have been at serious risk of sever injury and/or possible death. It has not been seen by a service center, incident happened 11/29/2021. The vehicle was inspected by a personal mechanic to find the cause of the malfunction. There were know warning signs before the component failure.

Dec 02, 2021

WHENEVER THE VEHICLE TRAVELS OVER SLIGHT BUMPS, OR INDENTATIONS ON THE ROAD, THE REAR END OF THE CAR UNSETTLES AND PUSHES RIGHT. WITH INCREASE IN TRAVEL SPEEDS, THE REAR END GET MORE UNSTABLE. AT HIGHWAY SPEED, IT BECOMES SO BAD THAT WHENEVER THERE IS ANY SLIGHT BUMPS OR SURFACE IMPERFECTION, THE REAR OF THE CAR HOPS RIGHT VIOLENTLY TO THE RIGHT OR STARTS TO FISHTAIL AND SOMETIMES BECOMES UNCONTROLLABLE. SPECIALLY ON WET SURFACE. IT IS HARD TO GET THE CAR BACK IN CONTROL WHEN NOT CAREFUL AND MAY CAUSE A MAJOR AND FATAL ACCIDENT. WHICH CHECKING FOR THE ISSUE, IT APPEARS THAT IT IS COMMON ISSUE AMONG ELANTRA OWNERS. IN MY PERSONAL EXPERIENCE DRIVING, MY CAR FISHTAILED SO VIOLENTLY THAT TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT CAME AND IT WAS HARD TO CONTROL. FEW TIMES, THE CAR FISHTAILED AND ENDED UP IN RIGHT SIDE LANE WITHOUT ME WANTING IT TO DO THAT. THESE ALL HAPPENS AT HIGHWAY SPEED. IT IS LESS SEVERE ON CITY SPEEDS BUT STILL NOTICEABLY BAD.

Sep 24, 2019

REAR SUSPENSION IS UNSETTLING. FIRST OFF, THE CAR DESTROYS TIRES IN A RELATIVELY SHORT TIME. SECOND, OVER BUMPY TERRAIN THE CAR'S REAR SHAKES BACK AND FORTH LIKE IT'S TRYING TO STEER ITSELF. THIRD, WHEN IT'S ICY OR SLIPPERY AND THE ROAD SURFACE ISN'T SMOOTH THE REAR OF THE CAR TRIES TO SWING OUT WHEN ONE SIDE HAS GRIP AND THE OTHER DOESN'T.

Jan 14, 2017

+ 17 more complaints for this component

STRUCTURE

17 complaints

Found this vehicle on sale at a area dealership where they are charging $499.99 for a recall that should be done for free per the recall Service Campaign 984 2011-2016MY ELANTRA (MD/UD) UNDERBODY CORROSION PREVENTATIVE SERVICE. I wanted to bring this to someone's attention as in my opinion this is ripping off a potential unaware buyer. This vehicle is only 10 years and would or should still be covered under the recall. Link below shows the ad with the additional undercoating https://www.dellacars.com/used-Plattsburgh-2013-Hyundai-Elantra-4dr+Sdn+Auto+GLS+PZEV-5NPDH4AE5DH451784 Sales: 518-217-5912 Dealership: DELLA Kia Located: Plattsburgh, NY

May 26, 2023

My paint is coming off in pieces on the hood. It starting doing this at 97,800 miles.

Apr 20, 2022

THE INSIDE DOOR PANELS ARE VERY STICKY. NOTHING TAKES THE STICKY AWAY. OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLES ARE FADING AND CHIPPING ON DOOR HANDLES ONLY. *TR

May 26, 2020

THE HOOD LATCH WAS ACCIDENTALLY RELEASED, AND THEN WHEN DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE HOOD FLEW OPEN WHILE DRIVING, CAUSING OVER $2000 IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. OVER 600,000 HYUNDAI MODELS INCLUDING 2013 WERE RECALLED IN 2017 FOR THIS EXACT ISSUE: "HYUNDAI SAID A CABLE FOR THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH CAN CORRODE AND BIND, CAUSING THE LATCH TO REMAIN IN THE UNLATCHED POSITION WHEN THE HOOD IS CLOSED. THE HOOD MAY OPEN WHILE DRIVING IF THE HOOD IS NOT SECURELY CLOSED, OR IF THE HOOD IS INADVERTENTLY RELEASED." I WANT TO MAKE SURE THIS COMPLAINT IS LOGGED FOR THE ELANTRA MODEL AS WELL.

Jul 31, 2019

SUNROOF FAILURE WHILE DRIVING ON TOLLWAY, SUN SHADE CLOSED WHICH PREVENTED SHARDS FROM FALLING INTO CABIN.

Jul 29, 2019

+ 12 more complaints for this component

VISIBILITY

17 complaints

Panorama sunroof exploded while underway on highway. Glass collapsed into vehicle interior.

Feb 14, 2022

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A CONCRETE RAIL. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED MINOR GLASS INJURIES TO THE ARM, BUT DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO CARDENAS MOTORS (1500 NORTH EXPRESSWAY 77, BROWNSVILLE, TX 78521, (956) 205-0370) WHERE IT WAS REPAIRED PER THE CONTACT'S INSURANCE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND PROVIDED CASE NUMBER: 15765657. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 106,441. *DT*JB*DT *TR

Oct 31, 2019

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS OPERATED AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE'S SUN ROOF SHATTERED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 80,000.

Jul 05, 2017

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND CLOSED THE CARDBOARD CLUSTER TO PREVENT THE GLASS FROM FALLING INTO THE VEHICLE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 103,917.

May 10, 2017

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE SUN ROOF SHATTERED INTO THE VEHICLE. THAT FAILURE OCCURRED ON TWO OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SUN ROOF NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED FOR THE INITIAL FAMILIAR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 34,000. THE VIN WAS NOT PROVIDED.

Mar 08, 2016

+ 12 more complaints for this component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE

14 complaints

This seems to be a very common and serious issue with Hyundai vehicles. 2013 Hyundai Elanta, believed to be a frequent crankshaft position sensor issue. When driving the car, they vehicle will feel that it is losing power. When coming to a stop the engine will idle so low that it feels like it will stall or it does stall. The tachometer registered zero RPM's, even when accellearting. Attempting to accelerate up any incline and the car can not provide enough power. Sometimes the car will crank up, other times it will require time to restart. The car has stalled and low power idling multiple times, but it did happen in the middle of a 4 way intersection twice, and when the issue is present. Although we've been fortunate, no accidents have occurred, it is very unsafe for the owner and other drivers. This occurrence has happened several times over the past year. Two times it was immediately brought into the dealer service, the second time it did stall with the service member there. Both times they were unable to diagnose the problem and stated no error codes were reported. You have already issued a Recall for this same issue with a different model. Oct. 13, 2017 – Hyundai Motor America has recalled more than 400 vehicles potentially equipped with defective crankshaft assemblies, according to documentation submitted to the National Transportation Safety Administration. There are so many others that have reported this same issue and have been corrected with the replacement of the crankshaft position sensor. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Jul 15, 2025

My car had trouble starting then shut off while driving. Engine light was on and the RMP's stayed at zero. Code was for camshaft. Camshaft was replaced and the car shut off three more times while driving. I only have 83,000 miles on my car.

Jun 13, 2024

My car keeps breaking down whenever I slow down or press on the brakes. I have a malfunction indicator lamp and I was notified via letter to call Hyundai asap to get a service so that my car doesn’t light on fire. I went to a mechanic who told me the engine is bad and it’s also a real from Hyundai. I called numerous times, and every time I am told there’s nothing they can do about it at this time. They keep telling me to wait and they don’t give me any options. This is a frustrating situation. I drive two small children in my car and I don’t want anything to happen to them because the Hyundai dealership refused to fix their mistake.

Nov 25, 2023

I dropped my 2013 Hyundai Elantra Limited off on 4/3/23 for an oil change and to diagnosis and repair my engine stalling and engine boggling and repair headlight restoration. When I picked up my car I was told that they found metal shaving in my oil and on the oil dip stick and that I would need a new engine. Might I add, I don't have any lights blinking or remaining on such as my oil, engine, etc. I have kept up with all my maintenance over the years and have had my car service when it was due. While driving my car, it'll lose power and jerk forward. Other times, the car will start up with no RPMs registering while the car is moving up to 60 miles. The car has also displaced the sluggish barely moving forward action when the car's RPMs are not registering. The car back fires and putts along and during a traffic lights or stop sign the car will shut off. It even started shutting off while back-up into my parking space. There is clearly something wrong with these engines and should be covered under the manufacturer warranty. I am still in disbelief about my vehicle and have been getting the run around from a couple different Hyundai dealerships saying my particular engine was discontinued and I should check with the service department to see if my car qualifies for the manufacturer warranty repair but no one will answer the phone so I decided to call another dealership well outside my area for service. This car is by far DANGEROUS to drive and without having any codes generated or light indicators advising me of an engine issue is extremely upsetting. I use my vehicle to take my mother to her many doctor appointments, my grandson to various places and I use the car to get to and from work each day. Well before all of these issues, my break lights and some other lights in the rear continued to blow and had to be replaced and no one said anything about there being an issue and I did not have the appropriate direction to submit an issue.

May 02, 2023

FOR A YEAR STRAIGHT THE CAR HAS BEEN SHUTTING OFF ON MY WHILE I'M DRIVING ON THE STREET'S. THIS IS VERY HAZARDOUS BECAUSE IT RANDOMLY HAPPENS. THE CAR WILL JUST SHUT OFF AS IF IT LOST BATTERY POWER WHILE STILL IN DRIVING GEAR. WHEN RESTARTING THE CAR IT CAN SOMETIMES TAKE AWHILE BECAUSE IT WILL MAKE A CLICKING NOISE LIKE THERE IS EITHER A PROBLEM WITH THE ENGINE OR STARTER FOR THE CAR. WHEN THIS HAPPENS OCCASIONALLY THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL COME ON. *TR

May 16, 2020

+ 9 more complaints for this component

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

12 complaints

The driver owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra with 37,657 miles. While slowly turning left into a parking space, the car had a sudden acceleration event. The Elantra sped into the parking space and ran over two concrete parking spot blocks. The Elantra glanced off a grey pickup truck and scraped by a grey SUV. The Elantra entered the empty parking space opposite the SUV and proceeded to impact the side of a blue car in an adjacent spot. The blue car stopped the Elantra. Fortunately, the other affected vehicles were unoccupied and no pedestrians were present. The driver was wearing a seat belt and was not injured. The Elantra air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was towed to the driver's residence and is available for inspection along with all maintenance records. A claim has been filed with insurance; the appraiser came yesterday. There was no warning or symptoms of a problem prior to the accident. The problem has not been reproduced or confirmed by anyone. The police came and helped identify the owners of the other vehicles.

Apr 20, 2023

Crash: 1

I have an 8 year old 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT. For the past month I have had several incidences where the accelerator to the car does not work. This has occurred getting on the freeway, going up hills, attempting to "go" when stopped at a red light, etc. The accelerator virtually does not work even though my foot is pressed on the gas pedal to the floor board. There are not safety warnings on the dashboard to warn me of this malfunction. The check engine light has come on and off but not consistent with these episodes. I have taken the car to the Hyundai dealer for service and they have been unable to find the problem telling me the codes are all ok and that the technician drove the car several miles and could not replicate the problem. I have found several blogs and posts with the exact same problem I have been having. I cannot drive my car for fear of it not accelerating as I get onto the freeway with the cars honking at me as I have had to manually move my car out of oncoming traffic. I told the dealer when I took it in today not to give it back until they tell me what the problem is. I can't even trade it in knowing it is unsafe to drive due to the "mysterious" accelerator problem. The dealer states the problem could be due to many reasons but it will be cost prohibitive to attempt to just go through a list in an attempt to find the problem. I know there is no recall on this issue but it is a serious safety hazard. I don't know what to do.

Jul 06, 2021

CRUISE CONTROL SWITCHES DO NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY ON THIS 2013 ELANTRA GT. THE "SET" BUTTON DOSE NOT ENGAGE OR ACTIVATE CRUISE CONTROL. IT "CANCELS IT. HOWEVER, PRESSING THE CANCEL' BUTTON DOES NOT DIS-ENGAGE OR STOP THE CRUISE CONTROL IT ACTUALLY ACTIVATES IT. THIS IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS.

May 14, 2017

PULLING INTO PARKING SPOT WITH FOOT ON BRAKE - CAR ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN-CRASHED INTO TREE-AIRBAGS DEPLOYED . HIT ANOTHER PARKED CAR. CAR TOOK CONTROL.

Jul 19, 2016

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

I 2/2/2016WHEN PARKING HYUNDAI ELANTRA 2013 IT SUDDENLY BARRELED FORWARD COMPLETELY OUT OF CONTROL OVER THE CEMENT MARKER AND SLAMMED INTO A TREE. PER INSURANCE INSTRUCTIONS CAR WAS TOWED TO HYUNDAI DEALER.AFTER A VERY EXPENSIVE FRONT END REPAIR THE SERVICE DEPT "TESTED" THE CAR AND PRONOUNCED IT IN GOOD CONDITION-NOTHING WRONG WITH THIS CAR.THE MANAGER AT THE DEALERSHIP INSISTS HE DOES NOT KNOW OF ANY OTHER 2013 ELANTRA HAVING THIS PROBLEM. THIS CAR IS A MENACE TO ME AND TO OTHER MOTORISTS. WHY WON'T HYUNDAI ACKNOWLEDGE THIS PROBLEM AND INFORM THEIR DEALERS OF A NUMBER OF SIMILAR SITUATIONS

Mar 03, 2016

Crash: 1

+ 7 more complaints for this component

VISIBILITY/WIPER

11 complaints

Driver's side rearview mirror smashed by vandal. This is because of having to park away from structures due to Hyundai's recall # 251. The original recall notice was apparently dated 9/22/23, but no remedy is yet available. That's 4 months, and it's creating great hardship for me and probably many others. I am afraid to use my car because of possible engine fire and damage to people or other cars--but I need my car.

Jan 19, 2024

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while pulling the front drive side visor back in place the visor could not stay in place. The vehicle dealer was taken to the dealer and the dealer stated that the visor had fractured and the visor was replaced. On another occasion the front passenger side visor fracture. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the visor had to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and the manufacturer did not provide any assistance. The failure mileage was 127,000.

Apr 03, 2023

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE PASSENGER SIDE VISOR SUDDENLY EXPLODED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000.

Aug 12, 2019

AS I WAS DRIVING HOME IN RAIN THE WIPERS STOPPED AND RESUMED ABOUT 10 SECONDS LATER. AFTER 5 MINUTES THE WIPERS AGAIN STOPPED AND RESUMED ABOUT 10 SECONDS LATER.

Aug 04, 2019

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE AT ABOUT 65-70 MPH WHEN SUDDENLY I HEARD A LOUD EXPLOSIVE NOISE LIKE A GUNSHOT GOING OFF INSIDE THE CAR. THE CAR SHOOK VIOLENTLY AND I THOUGHT I HAD BEEN HIT, THOUGH THERE WAS NOT ANOTHER CAR IN MY IMMEDIATE VICINITY. I WAS NOWHERE NEAR AN OVERPASS. WHEN I REALIZED I WAS STILL GOING DOWN THE INTERSTATE ON ALL 4 TIRES AND NOT FLIPPING END FOR END AND HAD NOT BEEN HIT, IT DAWNED ON ME THAT AIR WAS RUSHING INTO THE CAR AND GLASS WAS RAINING DOWN ON MY HEAD. I LOOKED UP AND ALMOST THE ENTIRE SUN ROOF WAS GONE. IT HAS LITERALLY EXPLODED. I TOOK THE CAR IMMEDIATELY TO THE DEALER. I WAS INFORMED THAT THIS COULD HAPPEN AGAIN BECAUSE OF A DEFECT IN THE DESIGN. HOW SCARY IS THAT? I HAVE BEEN DEALING WITH GLASS IN THE CAR EVERY SINCE.

Oct 17, 2017

+ 6 more complaints for this component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES

9 complaints

As the original and sole owner of this 2013 Hyundai Elantra, I was notified of Campaign # 23V65100, by letter, from Hyundai. I set an appointment with Suburban Hyundai, Troy, MI after confirming with said dealership that needed part(s) were on hand. I arrived as scheduled on [XXX] 2024 for needed repair. Service department examined vehicle and determined that my vehicle did need ordered repair: but stated they do not have the part(s). I inquired as to: a. Why they do not have the part when they knew fully well that that was what was needed to enact the repair.;b.Why they did not tell customer, after taking one day off from work and driving 50 miles round trip...that they do not carry the parts they are mandated to replace. Suburban Hyundai stated that they would call me in 7-10 days when the part arrived, so I could get repair completed and, of course, take another day off from work, drive 50 miles, and fear my garage does not burn down as I have a contract with State Farm Insurance that I will park my vehicle in an enclosed garage each night for storage. Also, Hyundai and Kia have a distinct reputation for vehicle theft, and leaving my vehicle parked on-the-street is a sure way to have a vehicle stolen! I then called Elder Hyundai in Macomb, MI, they stated that Hyundai does not yet have a solution to fix the ABS Fire and Fuse issue and that a "parts kit", as I was told by Sean, Svc. Manager at Suburban Hyundai, does not yet exist. I feel defrauded by Hyundai Manufacturing and Suburban Hyundai in particular. Do I need to park my vehicle at the Grosse Pointe Woods, Fire Station? I called the Hyundai Corporate Number regarding recalls and could not, in any way, connect with a person or voicemail to leave a message a response: can this/will this repair be made and: why must I now face another day off from work and another 50 mile drive, to what effect? INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Jun 12, 2024

23V651000 This recall came out in September it has now been 8 months and no remedy has been avaible which to me is not a timely manner, it is getting costly for me to not park near buildings where I normally park or in garages, starting to have to do that and just hope that my car does not catch fire, this is getting ridicules

Apr 11, 2024

The manufacturer (Hyundai) has been ordered to recall and fix my 2013 Elantra and they are not doing so. On their website it says "Incomplete. Remedy not yet available." This recall was issued LAST YEAR, over 5 months ago! Hyundai has had 5 months to not only fix the issue, but at least notify owners of this issue. The only reason I heard about this was from the news!!! Also, the offered fix of replacing a fuse is not going to fix the actual issue - leaking brake fluid. As a parent with small children, in a one-car family, this is unacceptable. Hyundai needs to fix their mistake immediately or find a way for my family to be able to drive safely. Their statement that "if you see smoke, evacuate the car" is completely irresponsible to offer as a solution to families who need precious time to unbuckle their children from car seats. Someone is going to die due to Hyundai's negligence, it's only a matter of time.

Apr 01, 2024

While driving my vehicle I began to notice the brake indicator light would flicker when I would have my foot on the brake.

Feb 11, 2024

I feel as though this recall is taking too long to complete/remedy. I feel as though it has been an unreasonable amount of time from the date of the recall notice to now for a resolution. I am worried about damage to my vehicle over time.

Jan 15, 2024

+ 4 more complaints for this component

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE

9 complaints

there is no fix for the car and i cannot park the car where it would not injure persons or property the solution is for hyundai to replace the car or give me a free rental car till there is a fix -2013 elantra is subject to fire

Jan 13, 2024

UNKNOWN - The safety of myself and my kids are being put at risk with the recent fire risk recall not being resolved by Hyundai immediately. I do not feel safe driving this car and I have notified/called my insurance company/my finance company, and the local Hyundai dealership for assistance and no help was provided to me. I need this resolved immediately.

Oct 30, 2023

WE BROUGHT OUR VEHICLE IN, UNDER WARRANTY, FOR ENGINE NOISES AND STALLING. WE WERE TOLD THE PREVIOUS OWNER COULD HAVE NEGLECTED MAINTENANCE AND WE SHOULD DO MORE FREQUENT OIL CHANGES TO SOLVE THE ISSUE(OIL SLUDGE). THIS WENT ON FOR MONTHS AND THE ISSUE ONLY GOT WORSE. BY THE TIME THE ISSUE WAS DIAGNOSED(PISTONS), WE WERE OUT OF WARRANTY AND NOONE WOULD HELP US. WE LATER FOUND OUT THEY COVERED SOME BEARING ISSUES, BUT NOT PISTON ISSUES. WE DID EVERYTHING RECOMMENDED. THEY REFUSE TO GIVE ME DOCUMENTS, I HAVE ASKED MANY TIMES FOR THEM(MCGRATH HYUNDAI OF CEDAR RAPIDS). THIS WAS 2 YEARS AGO. WE ENTERED A CLASS ACTION SUIT THINKING WE WOULD GET THE HELP WE DESERVED. WE AREN'T GETTING HELP FROM THE SETTLEMENT AND THEY ARE NOW SAYING WE WERE OUT OF WARRANTY UPON PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE. IF WE HAD THE MONEY TO REPLACE WE WOULD BE GETTING FULL REIMBURSEMENT, BUT WE GET NOTHING SINCE WE WERE FINANCIALLY UNABLE. THE PEOPLE THAT DID GET THE REPLACEMENT ENGINE ARE STILL HAVING ISSUES. I WOULD LIKE THIS ENGINE TO BE RECALLED BECAUSE I FEEL IT IS UNSAFE AND NOT THE DRIVER/PURCHASERS FAULT.

Apr 15, 2021

BOUGHT USED 3 WEEKS AGO AND IT DIED WHILE DRIVING ON INCLINE, HAS BEEN MAKING A TICKING NOISE, AND SLUGGISH, STEREO TURNED OFF BY ITSELF.

Feb 06, 2021

NOTICED A OIL BASED LEAK UNDER VEHICLE ,HAVE IT INSPECTED THE LEAK IS COMING OUT OF A DEFECTIVE AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR ,EMITTING TOXICS FREON AND AC OIL TO THE AIR AND GROUND. THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL FOR SAFETY AND POLLUTION. *TR

Jun 27, 2020

+ 4 more complaints for this component

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE

9 complaints

At approximately 35,000 to 45,000 miles my car started stopping violently on its own. It would jerk violently,make loud grinding and squealing noises and stop randomly on its own free will. This started happening repeatedly. Then after it would happen the car would not go when pressing the gas pedal. It would take quite a while before the car would get momentum back. This became very dangerous to myself and my kids. I purchased this car brand new. I got rid of it by trading it in at 78,000 miles. I contacted Hyundai and tried to resolve the issue and they were no help whatsoever.

Oct 04, 2021

SUDDENLY MY CAR DEVELOPED A NEW ISSUE OF SUDDEN ACCELERATION WHILE STOPPED/IDLE. WHILE MY FOOT IS ON GAS, THE CAR WILL SUDDENLY JERK FORWARD/RPM INCREASE. HOWEVER, SO FAR WHILE MY FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE, I HAVEN'T MOVED AS FAR AS I CAN TELL BUT FEARFUL IT MIGHT HAPPEN WHILE DRIVING OR IT WILL DRIVE FORWARD EVEN WITH FOOT ON BRAKE.

Nov 08, 2019

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE UNINTENTIONALLY ACCELERATED AND THE ENGINE REVVED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MURDOCK HYUNDAI MURRAY (4646 STATE ST, MURRAY, UT 84107, (801) 262-6401) TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND THE CONTACT WAS GIVEN A CASE NUMBER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.

Feb 22, 2019

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE DECELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF, RESTARTED, AND THEN OPERATED NORMALLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO FUCCILLO HYUNDAI (3975 W RIDGE RD, ROCHESTER, NY 14626, (585) 720-9000) TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO RETRIEVE A FAULT CODE OR DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.

Jul 17, 2018

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE EXITING THE HIGHWAY AND DECELERATING FROM APPROXIMATELY 60-35 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY DECELERATED TO 15 MPH ON ITS OWN. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO SHAFFER HYUNDAI WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BAR FAILED AND THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS EMITTING AN ODOR OF BURNING OIL. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED AND THE OIL AND BATTERY INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE WEBB HYUNDAI DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD BE REPAIRED SHORTLY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURES. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 67,000.

Jun 07, 2017

Fire: 1

+ 4 more complaints for this component

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES

8 complaints

I have had a Fire Risk Warning Safety Recall on my car for 1.5 years and there is no remedy for it. This puts my safety at risk daily, as well as everyone around me.

Apr 25, 2025

Unknown

Aug 01, 2024

There is still not a remedy and we have been notified of this problem since November. Having to wait 6 months for a remedy and the chance that it might catch on fire is highly dangerous and scary! There is no reason that this should take so long. Can the manufacturer not do something about this.

Mar 20, 2024

Nothing has happened yet but: The anti-lock brake system is faulty. Hyundai says the brake system could explode into flame either parked or when driving. We were told to park the car at a distance from other cars. My apartment complex has a nearly full parking lot. Wherever I park someone can park next to me. Hyundai also says it is safe to drive. It is unnerving to have this issue, when I drive the car, which I need to do, I just hope for the best. It was my retirement car and I can't afford another. A fix for anti-lock brake fire hazard issue has not happened yet, and the recall was announced November 1, 2023.

Feb 26, 2024

Sep 22,2023 Manufacturer Recall Number251 NHTSA Recall Number23V651000 This recall was issued over 4 months ago and a remedy is still not available.

Jan 29, 2024

+ 3 more complaints for this component

STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

8 complaints

On Saturday September 14, 2024 After working a full shift i started my 2013 Hyundai ELANTRA and the ecs light came on. which locks your power of steering. After several restarts to disengage the light. I called the tow truck pay the $80 for it to be brought to the dealership and was told that they can work on it on Tuesday. On Monday I received a phone call on stating I will be paying $3000 out-of-pocket.Even tho I have extended warranty nothing would be covered.

Sep 18, 2024

TPMS light is flashing due to failure in electrical panel, despite tire pressure being normal. Additionally, the steering wheel makes a clicking noise that increases when accelerating above 10 mph.

Sep 28, 2023

My 2013 was stolen because of defective car . The manufacturer choose to sip safety for dollars they could have place a immobilizer in all Hyundai form 2011 until current but did not in the United States, but in Canada it is a must have item.

Oct 07, 2022

1. There is an electrical issue with the power steering. 2. This poses a HUGE safety risk, as the power steering could completely give out and we could lose control of the vehicle. 3. A local mechanic we use confirmed this. 4. No warning lights came on. We had started to hear a "clunking" or "knocking" sound when turning the wheel so took it in to get inspected.

Sep 13, 2021

ELECTRIC STEERING COUPLING DEFECTIVE. CAR HAS ONLY 33K MILES ON IT. UNSAFE TO DRIVE. MECHANIC REPORTS THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH YEAR, MAKE AND MODEL OF CAR. I NOTICED TOO MUCH PLAY AND CLUNKING IN STEERING WHILE STATIONARY AND IN MOTION. CAR BOUGHT FROM DEALERSHIP JULY 3, 2019.. I HAD CAR REPAIRED BEFORE FURTHER DAMAGE OCCURRED.

Dec 19, 2019

+ 3 more complaints for this component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING

8 complaints

I have had multiple headlights, turn lights and brake lights burn out - started less than a year of car ownership; with at least one outage every 2-3 months - both driver and passenger, and rear lights. Not just bulb replacements, I’ve had Expensive replacements for harnesses on both sides too, but issue keeps returning. Currently driver brake light went out, can’t see a Hyundai mechanic for another month due to they and surrounding Hyundai dealers are fully booked. The car is faulty. I am the original owner.

Sep 14, 2022

SINCE PURCHASING THE CAR IN 2013, WE HAVE HAD AN ISSUE WITH THE PARKING LIGHTS, AND SOMETIMES HEADLIGHTS, COMING BACK ON AFTER BEING OFF FOR SEVERAL HOURS OR WE WAKE UP TO HAVING A DEAD BATTERY. THIS HAS HAPPENED OVER AND OVER. IN 2013 I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE WE PURCHASED FOR SAME PROBLEM AND/OR DEAD BATTERY. NEVER HAPPENED AT DEALERSHIP. OUR SECURITY CAMERA HAS CAUGHT IT POPPING ON, OR LIKE YESTERDAY, OUT NEIGHBOR CALLED US (AGAIN) TO TELL US LIGHTS WERE ON. THIS IS WITH THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH ALL THE WAY OFF. WE HAVE TRIED TO FIGURE IT OUT BUT CAN NOT. I DID REPORT AGAIN TO HYUNDAI THIS PAST FEBRUARY, MARCH, APRIL 2021. AGAIN, THE CAR WAS PARKED AND OFF EVERY SINGLE TIME WITH LIGHTS CONFIRMED OFF TO ONLY COME ON LATER WITH CAR OFF AND STILL LOCKED. IT HAS TO HAVE KEY IN IT TO START.

Apr 24, 2021

THE PARKING LIGHT COME ON RANDOMLY. EVEN WHEN THE SWITCH IT TURNED TO THE OFF POSITION. THIS CAUSES THE BATTERY TO RUN DOWN. THE ONLY WAY TO SHUT THEM OFF IS TO DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CABLE. WHEN 1ST NOTICED THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DRIVEN FOR THREE DAYS. IT HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES SINCE I FIRST NOTICED IT. SEVERAL OTHER HYUNDAI OWNERS HAVE REPORTED THE SAME PROBLEM. MOSTLY WITH PARKING LIGHTS , BUT A FEW SAID IT WAS THEIR BRAKE LIGHTS. *TR

Jun 26, 2020

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TAIL LIGHTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO THE REAR BRAKE LIGHTS REMAINING ILLUMINATED EVEN WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V574000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CONICELLI HYUNDAI (LOCATED AT WEST 1208 RIDGE PIKE, CONSHOHOCKEN, PA 19428, (610) 624-2029) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO WEAR AND TEAR. THE REAR TAIL LIGHTS WERE REPLACED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE WIRING HARNESS IN THE TAIL LIGHTS MELTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.

Mar 15, 2019

Fire: 1

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE BATTERY DIED AND THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE JUMPSTARTED IN ORDER TO GET TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED AND THE BRAKE LIGHTS REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT ENTERED THE VEHICLE AND COULD NOT SHIFT GEARS EVEN WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE BRAKE LIGHTS CONTINUED TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED AT ALL TIMES. THE CONTACT CALLED THE DEALER (JENKINS HYUNDAI IN LEESBURG, FLORIDA) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A RECALL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 62,000.

Jul 05, 2017

+ 3 more complaints for this component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS

7 complaints

Airbag light and steering wheel control malfunction due to clock spring. Known issue can cause airbag not to deploy. Dealer refused to fix issue.

Nov 19, 2024

There is a on going issue with clock spring failing on 2011-2014 Hyundai models. My model is not covered under their extended warranty cause I have a hatchback version of the Elantra, which uses the same parts. I have already replaced my clock spring at 2019 and again the issue has come in 2024. My air bag light is on, my car horn doesn't work and buttons on the steering wheel. Feel like this is a huge safety issue as I cannot communicate with other drives with my horn and I do not have a safety net of air bags deploying when a accident happens.

Jul 26, 2024

THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND I GOT IT DIAGNOSED AND IT WAS THE CLOCK SPRING. THE CLOCK SPRING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND THE TECH SAID THAT THE CLOCK SPRING ITSELF WASNT BROKEN, JUST THAT IT SHORTED OUT. THIS SHOULD BE COVERED UNDER THE WARRANTY SINCE THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE. I GOOGLED THIS PROBLEM BEFORE I GOT IT FIXED AND THERE WAS A CONSENSUS THAT ELANTRAS HAVE AN ISSUE WITH THE CLOCK SPRING. HYUNDAI DID A PARTIAL RECALL OF ELANTRAS WITHIN 2011-2014 FOR THIS ISSUE, BUT MY VEHICLE WASN'T INCLUDED IN THIS RECALL. THE LIGHT WOULD GENERALLY STAY ON BUT WOULD OCCASIONALLY TURN OFF ON THE HIGHWAY, BUT THEN BACK ON.

Oct 30, 2019

THE ELECTRICAL VOLUME AND CONTROLS ON THE STEERING WHEEL WENT OUT. THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND WON'T GO OFF

Apr 28, 2019

2013 ELANTRA GT, 5 YEARS OLD AT 109K MILES. WE BOUGHT IT USED 3 MONTHS AGO. THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON A WEEK AGO. THE PROBLEM IS THE CLOCK SPRING IN THE STEERING WHEEL WHICH IS A VERY COMMON ISSUE ON THIS TYPE AND YEAR VEHICLE. THERE IS A SERVICE BULLETIN ABOUT THIS WHICH EXTENDS THE CLOCK SPRING WARRANTY TO 15K MILES AND UNLIMITED MILEAGE BUT THE DEALERSHIP SAYS THAT OUR CAR IS NOT COVERED UNDER THIS EXTENDED WARRANTY BASED ON THE VIN. THE DEALER TOLD US TO CALL HYUNDAI CORPORATE AT 800-633-5151 AND ASK FOR "GOOD WILL" WARRANTY COVERAGE WHICH I DID AND I HAVE A CASE OPEN # 11648781. THE REPRESENTATIVE ON THE PHONE WAS EVASIVE AND NOT WILLING TO DO MUCH. THE SAME WITH THE DEALER. THE EXTENDED WARRANTY NHTSA ID NUMBER IS 10115229, THE MANUFACTURER SERVICE BULLETIN # IS 5NP-E9R9G-08 (ATTACHED HERE). THE ISSUE COVERS 2011-2014 ELANTRA AND 2011-2013 SONATA MODELS. THE CLOCK SPRING PART # IS EXACTLY THE SAME BETWEEN THESE MODELS. I DO NOT UNDERSTAND WHY SOME CARS ARE COVERED AND SOME NOT. IF THIS IS SUCH A COMMON PROBLEM TO TRIGGER EXTENDED WARRANTY, ALL CARS IN THE AFFECTED YEARS MUST BE COVERED. THE CLOCK SPRING SHOULD LAST HE LIFE OF THE VEHICLE, THUS THE 15 YEARS EXTENDED WARRANTY. HYUNDAI SHOULD DO GOOD BY ITS CUSTOMERS AND FIX ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES. EXTENDED WARRANTY IS MUCH CHEAPER THAN A FULL BLOWN RECALL. ONE LAST THING, THIS PROBLEM IS ALSO A SAFETY ISSUE SINCE IS DISABLES THE ENTIRE AIRBAG SYSTEM. THE STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS ARE ALSO AFFECTED, THE CRUISE CONTROL BUTTON A MIXED UP, THE CANCEL BECAME SET FOR EXAMPLE WHICH COULD BE QUITE DANGEROUS. OTHER BUTTONS DON'T WORK AT ALL OR ALL THE TIME. THIS IS MY SECOND HYUNDAI VEHICLE AND IT LOOKS LIKE IT WILL BE THE LAST. VERY FRUSTRATING.

Oct 03, 2018

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE

7 complaints

While pulling out onto a major main road, my car just stopped. The RPM's remained on zero after I restarted the car. I had to get it towed. The engine light was on, and it had trouble restarting. The code read camshaft. The mechanic replaced the camshaft and no other codes registered. It shut off two times after the camshaft was replaced. I took it back to the mechanic and it shut off on him 5 times. This car is unsafe. I am afraid to drive it, especially with have a young child.

Jun 20, 2024

Check engine light on. Vehicle jerks while I am driving.

Apr 08, 2023

2015-KEY WON'T RELEASE FROM IGNITION, REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY. 2017-SAME ISSUE, CANT REPRODUCE ISSUE, NOT REPLACED BY DEALER. 2018-CAR WON'T START, BATTERY REPLACED. 2019-CAR WON'T START. DASH LIGHTS COME ON, CAR CLICKING BUT WON'T START. JUMPSTARTED CAR. WHILE DRIVING AFTER JUMPSTART THE RADIO INTERMITTENTLY WENT OFF. TOOK IN FOR REPAIR AND ALTERNATOR AND BATTERY WAS REPLACED. NEXT DAY WHILE DRIVING, CHARGING SYSTEM LIGHT FLASHES ON AND OFF TWICE. 6 DAYS LATER-CAR WON'T START AFTER DRIVING IT 3 MILES, CLICKING AGAIN AND THE ENGINE, OIL, AND CHARGING SYSTEM LIGHT ON. HAD TO WALK HOME IN THE DARK IN A HIGH CRIME CITY

Jun 15, 2019

VEHICLE KEEPS SHUTTING OFF/ STALLING. FIRST DEALER CLAIMED IT WAS A YAW RATE SENSOR. SENSOR WAS CHANGED AND DID NOT SOLVE ISSUE. IT WAS ALSO EXPERIENCING FUEL PUMP PROBLEMS, GAS WOULD LEAK WHEN FILLING AND GAS WOULD NOT CALCULATE MILEAGE OR UPDATE. SECOND DEALER DID NOT SEE A FUEL PUMP PROBLEM. NOW BELIEVES ITS A ECM PROBLEM. THEY DID NOT WANT TO COVER IT UNDER WARRANTY.

Sep 11, 2018

WHEN ATTEMPTING TO START VEHICLE THE "P" DOES NOT SHOW IN THE INFORMATION PANEL AND THE CAR WILL NOT START. VIGOROUS SHAKING OF THE GEAR SELECTOR SOMETIMES ALLOWS THE "P" TO ILLUMINATE AND THEN THE CAR WILL START. THE VEHICLE IS NOT IN MOTION AND HAS BEEN PARKED IN GARAGE. THIS STARTED IN OCTOBER AND HAPPENS MORE AND MORE FREQUENTLY.

Jan 19, 2018

+ 2 more complaints for this component

SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES

7 complaints

There is a known safety recall regarding brake fluid being leaked internally that has been acknowledged by Hyundai since September 2023. This can cause fires even when the vehicle is parked. NO SOLUTION has been provided except for "park your vehicle outside". This has been a known safety issue for 8 months and NO SOLUTION has been provided to us owners. Even parking outside is an issue as I live in Memphis, TN the #1 city for auto theft. Auto theft has been rampant also due to Hyundai's unwillingness to install an ignition kill switch at production. Hyundai has been grossly negligent in the production of their vehicles and cutting corners at the consumer's safety expense. Not having a soltuin

Apr 02, 2024

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, IT FAILED TO FULLY ENGAGE AND REQUIRED THE CONTACT TO PUMP THE BRAKE PEDAL OR APPLY FORCE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, WHILE DRIVING OVER ROUGH TERRAIN, THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SWAYED ABNORMALLY. THE DEALER (JOE PECHELES HYUNDAI, 201 GREENVILLE BLVD SE, GREENVILLE, NC 27858, 1-(866) 980-4064) WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES, BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE.

Sep 18, 2018

I PURCHASED MY CAR IN 2015. I WAS LOVING THIS CAR UNTIL I WAS ON WET/BUMPY ROADS. I APPLIED THE BRAKES TO STOP. THE HYUNDAI STARTED MAKING A GRINDING NOISE.WHEN I APPLIED THE BRAKES IT FELT LIKE THE BRAKES WAS GOING ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. WHEN IT IS SNOWING I CAN'T DRIVE THE CAR BECAUSE THE BRAKE GETS LOCKED UP AND MAKES A LOT OF NOISE. THIS CAR IS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE IN INCLEMENT WEATHER. ALSO THIS CAR SUSPENSION IS HORRIBLE. YOU FEEL ALL THE BUMPS IN THE ROAD. HYUNDAI NEEDS TO DO A RECALL ON THIS CAR. MOST OF MY PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR WAS DRIVING IN THE CITY. DRIVING ON WET ROADS COMING TO A STOP OR HITTING A BUMP IN THE ROAD. THE CAR SWERVES AND MAKE ALOUD GRABBING NOISE. SOUNDS LIKE THE BRAKES ARE COMING UP THROUGH THE FLOOR. I LOVE THE CAR BUT DON'T LOVE THE WAY IT DRIVES. I HAD TO REPLACE THE FRONT ROTORS AND BRAKE PAD WITH A FULL ALIGNMENT. THIS VEHICLE STILL DRIVES THE SAME WAY EVEN WHEN ALL THIS WORK WAS COMPLETED.

Jun 22, 2016

AT SPEEDS GREATER THAN 35 MPH ON ROUGH ROADS REAR END OF CAR WILL SLIDE OUT TO RIGHT CAUSING VEHICLE TO HEAD TOWARDS INCOMING TRAFFIC. IF BRAKES ARE APPLIED WHEN VEHICLE LOSES CONTROL ABS ACTIVATES AND CAR SEEMS TO LEAVE GROUND. THIS CONTINUES TO HAPPEN OVER AND OVER. CAR DEALER REPAIR SAYS THIS IS NOT HAPPENING. NOTES THIS MIGHT BE THE FIRST TIME I HAD THIS TYPE OF SUSPENSION. CAR DOES NOT FEEL SAFE ON INTERSTATE. I'VE TESTED THE BUMP OUT IN AN EMPTY LOT. IF NOT CORRECT BY HARD STEERING CAR WILL DEPART LANE. *TR

Oct 27, 2014

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS THE VEHICLE WOULD BECOME UNSTABLE AFTER DRIVING OVER A BUMP OR POT HOLE IN THE ROAD. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS VERY DIFFICULT TO DRIVE IN A STRAIGHT LINE. ALSO, THE BRAKES HAD MALFUNCTIONED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS AFTER DRIVING OVER A BUMP OR POT HOLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. AFTER CHANGING THE COIL SPRINGS AND REPLACING THE TIRES THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO EXPERIENCE THE FAILURES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES BUT NO SOLUTION WAS OFFERED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 2,000.

Aug 18, 2014

+ 2 more complaints for this component

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE

7 complaints

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated upon the depression of the accelerator pedal. The contact also stated that the vehicle would shut off while idling with the check engine warning light illuminated. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.

Dec 04, 2023

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, she heard an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine compartment, and the vehicle lost all motive power. The driver was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle then stalled and failed to restart. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed a general engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 155,000.

Oct 20, 2023

In March of 2022 I took my car to have its regularly scheduled oil change at Mellow Motors and while I was there the service technician recommended I make a follow up appointment with the Hyundai dealership due to irregularities he noticed in the engine. I took my car to the dealership and dropped it off hoping this would be a minor concern that would be resolved quickly. When Hyundai initially contacted me that they would need to do a more thorough evaluation/diagnosis, I was surprised and concerned that something more significant may be wrong with the engine as the car was relatively new (previously garaged and serviced every 6 months), had low miles (54,000 miles), and had been taken care of extremely well since it was purchased new off the lot by my grandparents. When I started gresearching engine concerns in Hyundai Elantra’s 2013, I was even more surprised to find that engine issues were actually not uncommon in this year of Hyundai Elantras, and the issue known as "piston slap" not only lead to total engine failure, but could develop for no discernible reason, and was so common Hyudai had settled a class action lawsuit related to the matter instead of facing a recall on these vehicles. I found out I missed the date to file a claim by 8 months. Despite learning this, given the circumstances of the engine diagnosis (“Started vehicle found piston slap noise. Found scuffing on all four cylinder walls. As per TSN replacement of block assembly and necessary component required”) and learning that my car was included in the settlement, I figured Hyundai would offer to fix my engine under the settlements extended warranty clause to ensure their cars to ensure safety, or at the very least, offer to partially pay for the engine replacement, but I have been denied coverage for this engine concern. I think this is a very significant safety concern and that this year of Hyundai Elantra's should be recalled and replaced.

Jun 29, 2022

A TICKING/KNOCKING NOISE IS GOING ON IN THE ENGINE, POWERTRAIN. IT'S BEEN HAPPENING SINCE I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE AND IS WORSE IN COLD WEATHER. IT IS BELIEVED TO BE A VALVE TRAIN ISSUE. THE KNOCKING GETS WORSE WHEN I ACCELERATE, ALSO. THIS APPEARS TO BE A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRAS, BUT THERE ISN'T A RECALL FOR THE ENGINE. I CONTACTED HYUNDAI AND THEY'VE BEEN SLOW TO RESPOND. MY VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY WITH THE BUSINESS THAT I BOUGHT IT FROM. THEY'RE USING THE QUICK, TEMPORARY WARRANTY TO GET A NEW USED ENGINE, BUT I'M CONCERNED THAT THE SAME TICKING/KNOCKING NOISE WILL OCCUR WITH THE NEW USED ENGINE, BECAUSE THEY REFUSE TO USE A DIFFERENT BRAND ENGINE. I'D PREFER THAT HYUNDAI DO A STRAIGHT UP RECALL FOR THE ENGINES THAT CONSISTENTLY PERFORM THIS WAY - WITH A KNOCKING NOISE THAT HINDERS THE PERFORMANCE OF THE VEHICLE.

Jan 27, 2021

MY ENGINE STARTED MAKING TICKING NOISES AROUND 75000, TOOK CAR IN FOR 75000 MILE MAINTENANCE AND ASKED SERVICE DEPARTMENT TO CHECK FOR NOISE AND CAR ACCELERATION PROBLEMS. TECH LATER TOLD ME ITS NORMAL AND NOTHING THEY CAN FIND WRONG WITH CAR. NOW I SEE FROM LOOKING ON THE INTERNET ITS A COMMON PROBLEM BUT NOW MY CAR IS OUT OF WARRANTY. I ALSO WENT IN BEFORE MY WARRANTY ENDED TO HAVE THE 100000 MILE MAINTENANCE SERVICE AND COMPLAINED ABOUT THE SAME ISSUE, THEY STILL SAID IT NORMAL. TODAY I JUST CONTACT MY LOCAL HYUNDAI SERVICE DEPARTMENT TO SEE WHAT OPTIONS I HAVE.

Mar 15, 2019

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

7 complaints

I took my car in to the dealership to have the anti-theft software update, I was told that the update would prevent my car from getting stolen using the USB method. Two weeks later, my car was stolen the police found it, and they had used the USB method to steal it so the software update did not work and the dealership isn’t taking accountability. This is an issue that needs to be looked into as they’re saying the software update will help, but it is not helping with all the car theft.

Jul 03, 2023

THE KEY FOB IS NOT DETECTED (INTERMITTENTLY). WHEN THIS HAPPENS, I AM LEFT STRANDED. MY CAR WILL NOT START. I HAVE CHANGED THE BATTERY IN THE FOB WHEN THIS OCCURS AND I HAVE TRIED TO USE MY SECOND KEY FOB. THE PROBLEM STILL IS NOT AIDED. I HAVE ATTEMPTED TO PUT THE FOB UP TO THE START BUTTON, AS SOME VIDEOS SUGGEST. THE PROBLEM STILL CONTINUES. UPON LOOKING AT FORUMS AND OTHER PLACES ON THE WEB WHERE HYUNDAI CUSTOMERS COMMUNICATE, IT IS OBVIOUS THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM AMONG HYUNDAI CUSTOMERS. DURING THIS TIME, THE CAR WAS STATIONARY. THIS IS A RECURRING ISSUE. I EVEN GOT THE BRAKE SENSOR REPLACED. THE PROBLEM CONTINUES. *TR

Jun 23, 2020

FOR THE LAST WEEK AFTER SITTING OVERNIGHT MY CAR WILL NOT START. I GET IN WHILE ITS PARKED STATIONARY ON THE STREET, TURN THE KEY, ALL THE LIGHTS COME ON, I CAN HEAR THE FUEL PUMP KICK ON, (THERE IS NO CLICK), AND NOTHING HAPPENS. AFTER I REPEATEDLY TURN THE KEY IT HAS BEEN STARTING BUT I AM AFRAID IT WILL JUST NOT START AT SOME POINT. CALLED THE DEALER WHERE I PURCHASED THEY CAR, THEY SAID TO CALL THE HYUNDAI DEALER. CALLED HYUNDAI DEALER, THEY SAID THEY HAVE NOT HEARD ANYTHING ABOUT THE PROBLEM AND WOULD HAVE TO REPLICATE PROBLEM (THERE ARE COMPLAINTS ALL OVER THE INTERNET ABOUT THIS PROBLEM) THEY SAID I WOULD HAVE TO LEAVE THE CAR WITH THEM, WITH NO CHANCE OF A LOANER (I CANNOT AFFORD TO UBER 26 MILES A DAY). I TOLD THEM ONCE I GET IT STARTED FOR THE DAY, IT USUALLY STARTS RIGHT BACK UP AFTER BEING TURNED OFF. I TOOK A VIDEO OF THE PROBLEM THIS MORNING. IT HAD THE SAME TROUBLE STARTING THIS MORNING WHEN COLD, AND THEN WHEN I GOT TO WORK, 13 MILES AWAY, I TURNED IT OFF AND ATTEMPTED TO START IT, IT DID THE SAME THING (THATS WHY I OBTAINED THE VIDEO OF THE ISSUE). I AM GOING TO HAVE TO BORROW A FAMILY MEMBERS CAR TO DRIVE WHILE THEY DIAGNOSE THIS WIDELY REPORTED PROBLEM THEY HAVE "NEVER HEARD OF". I OWNED A 2007 ELANTRA SINCE IT WAS NEW AND JUST SOLD IT TO BUY THIS PIECE OF GARBAGE.. I NEVER HAD ONE ISSUE IN 13 YEARS OF OWNERSHIP. HYUNDAI NEEDS TO TAKE ACCOUNTABILITY AND RECALL THIS ISSUE.

Jan 20, 2020

TAKATA RECALLL. MY CAR DOES NOT CRANK, BUT THE DASH LIGHTS UP AS IF IT IS GOING TO CRANK. MAKES A CLICKING NOISE WHEN TRYING TO CRANK IT.

Jul 29, 2016

FOR THE SIXTH TIME MY CAR WONT START.IT HAPPENS AT RANDOM TIMES AND IS VERY ANNOYING. I AM SICK OF THE DEALERSHIP SAYING THAT THE CAR STARTED RIGHT UP FOR THEM OR THEY CANT FIND ANYTHING WRONG.I HAVE HAD THE BATTERY REPLACED AND IT HAS BEEN FIXED FOR A CAMPAIGN. ALL MY ELECTRIC STUFF TURNS ON WITH NO PROBLEM. NOW I AM CURRENTLY MISSING A DAY OF WORK THAT IS GOING TO BE UNPAID.

Oct 01, 2015

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STEERING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES

7 complaints

JUST BOUGHT THE 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA, 12/21/2019, AFTER ABOUT 100 MILES OF DRIVING WE NOTICED THE STEERING WHEEL IS OFF CENTER. WHILE DRIVING IN TOWN AND ON HIGHWAY SHIFTING LANES IT DIDN'T WANT TO GO AND IT WILL PULL HARD LEFT OR RIGHT ALMOST CAUSING TO RUN OFF THE ROAD. 12/25/2019, WHILE ON THE WAY HOME I ALMOST STRUCK ANOTHER CAR. MORE NOTICEABLE FROM 30 TO 55 WORSE OVER 55. DRIVING ON DIRT ROAD FEELS LIKE IT WANTS TO FISH TAIL. STEERING IS STICKY YET A LOT OF PLAY. INTERMITTINGLY WHILE BRAKING IT SOUNDS LIKE SCRAPPING LIKE WHEN YOUR BRAKES ARE BAD. BRAKING SLOWLY OR ABRUPTLY MAKES NO CHANGE. WET ROADS IS WORSE WITH BRAKING.

Dec 25, 2019

THIS IS A PUBIC RECALL. MY CAR IS EXPERIENCING THE PROBLEMS THAT HAS BEEN WARNED. I WOULD LIKE TO BRING MY CAR TO GET SEVICED TO MAKE SURE THEIR ARE NO HIGH RISK TO ME AS A DRIVER. THANK YOU FOR ANNOUNCING THE PROBLEM WITH THE VEHICLE.

Jun 22, 2018

I WENT TO APPLY THE BRAKES AND EVERY LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD LIT UP AND MY BRAKES FAILED. WHEN I TOOK IT TO THE SHOP THEY SAID IT WAS A BAD YAW SENSOR AND A BAD G SENSOR. I DONT FEEL SAFE IN MY CAR ANYMORE AND HYUNDAI REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT.

Dec 12, 2017

UNKNOWN. THE BRAKES ARE HAVING DIFFICULTY HOLDING UP ON THE STREET WHILE COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP. ONCE STOPPED OR STOPPING, THERE IS A SLIGHT HUMMING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT WHEELS AS IF THE CAR IS HAVING TROUBLE STAYING IN PLACE. THE BACK LEFT TAIL LIGHT OCCASIONALLY FLICKERS ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING AND CONTINUES TO FLICKER WHEN TAPPED. THE BRAKE LIGHT IS COMPLETELY OUT NOW AND HAS BEEN ADJUSTED BEFORE WITHOUT REPLACEMENT OF THE BULB. WHILE DRIVING ON THE STREET AND NIGHT THERE ARE RARE MOMENTS WERE THE BRAKE LIGHT AND TAIL LIGHT WILL WORK AGAIN. THE STEERING WHEEL HAS A HARD TIME MOTIONING AND POSITIONING ITSELF WHEN DRIVING FROM FIVE TO TWENTY MILE AN HOUR, WHEN TURNING AND WHILE MAKING A U-TURN. NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V574000

Aug 03, 2017

TAKATA RECALL. MY COMPLAINTS INVOLVES THE STEERING AND BRAKES. WHEN IN MOTION AND APPLY PRESSURE TO STEERING EITHER DIRECTION NOTHING HAPPENS. ITS VERY STICKY. APPLY MORE PRESSURE AND IT OVER STEERS. HIS TO THE POINT THAT IT IS EXTREMELY AGGRAVATING AND DANGEROUS. WHEN IN MOTION THE BRAKES CHATTER TERRIBLY. EVEN WORSE IN RAINY CONDITIONS. VIBRATES THE WHOLE CAR. I FOUND THAT HYUNDAI IS WELL AWARE OF THESE PROBLEMS. WHY HAVEN'T THEY CORRECTED THESE PROBLEMS ? ARE THEY SIMPLY USING THEIR BUYERS AS GUINEA PIGS ? OR DO THEY EVEN CARE ABOUT THE QUALITY OF THEIR PRODUCT. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME I'VE MADE THESE COMPLAINTS AND AS OF NOW, STILL NO RESPONSE. WASTED MY HARD EARNED MONEY FOR SURE AS WELL AS MY TIME. THANKS.

May 04, 2016

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AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES

6 complaints

Traffic ahead of me rapidly decelerated. Upon applying the brakes, the peddle froze and then went to the floor without any resistance. I attempted to pump the brakes without success. I impacted the car ahead of me at 40 mph, the posted speed limit, creating substantial damage to both vehicles. The brakes failed to operate and the airbags failed to deploy upon impact. The vehicle failed to slow down and was reacting as if the accelerator was stuck. There were no system warnings at the time of the accident or afterwards. Braking abilities resumed immediately after impact. There is no visible evidence of any fluid leaks, brake fluid or otherwise. The vehicle was last serviced by the dealership for an oil change at the end of January 2024. A brake inspection was performed at that time. I was aware of a recall notice Campaign 251 regarding the brake ABS system. When I inquired at the last service date, I was informed no fix was available at that time. Current mileage is 49,779. I am still in the process of locating a repair shop.

Apr 19, 2024

Crash: 1

1-THE AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON ALL THE TIME ! 2- THE CAR WAS RECALLED FOR A BREAK ISSUE, SINCE I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER THE PADDLE FEEL LOSER(( I NEED TO PUSH THE BREAK TWO TIMES TO GET THE CLIPPERS WORKS! I HAVE CHANGED THE BREAK CLIPPERS AND THE SAME PROBLEM!!!!

Feb 24, 2020

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED HEAD AND NECK INJURIES AND THE FRONT PASSENGER SUSTAINED HEAD, NECK AND LEFT SHOULDER INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND TOWED TO A TOW LOT. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURES WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 101,569.

Dec 13, 2018

Crash: 1

Injuries: 2

I HAVE HAD SENORS CHECK THEY SAY IT IS MALFUNCTION IN THE AIR BAGS AND ALSO NEED NO BRAKES HAVE ASK OTHERS OWNERS ABOUT THERE BRAKES AND THEY SAY SAME THING HAPPENS THEY DRAG HAVE HAD ALL THIS CHECK FOR SAFETY REASON PLEASE CHECK ABOUT THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG

Jun 29, 2018

MY AIRBAG LIGHT WAS OFF AND ON FOR ABOUT A MONTH AND NOW IT IS A STEADY LIGHT. THE REPAIR SHOP I TOOK IT TO SAID I NEEDED A CLOCK SPRING AND A NEW DRIVER AIR BAG. THEY ALSO SAID I MIGHT NEED ANOTHER PART. TOTAL COST OF ALL OF THIS WILL BE AROUND $1600. SINCE MY CAR HAS OVER 100,000 MILES, IT IS NOT UNDER WARRANTY. I'VE NOTICED OTHER PEOPLE ARE COMPLAINING ABOUT THE AIRBAG LIGHT.

Oct 18, 2016

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ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

6 complaints

BRAKE LIGHTS KEEPS BURNING OUT CONSTANTLY AFTER REPLACING THEM. *TR

May 07, 2020

ESC INDICATOR IS ON ON THE DASH BOARD DUE TO STEERING ANGLE SENSOR CIRCUIT-SIGNAL ISSUE.

Dec 10, 2019

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE ESC WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE DECELERATED FROM 30 MPH TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO NORTH COUNTY HYUNDAI OF CARLSBAD (LOCATED AT 5285 CAR COUNTRY DR, CARLSBAD, CA 92008, (760) 929-4900) TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO RETRIEVE A FAULT CODE OR DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 40,000.

Aug 10, 2017

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH IN SNOW, THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WOULD VEER OFF TRACK AS THOUGH IT WANTED TO FISHTAIL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO TURN INTO A RAMP, CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE WAS NEARLY LOST CONTROL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS, HOWEVER THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 86,000. UPDATED 04/22/16*LJ

Feb 18, 2016

ON JUNE 23, 2015, I HIT A SLIGHT BUMP IN THE ROAD AS I WAS SLOWING TO STOP BEHIND SOMEONE AT A RED LIGHT. INSTEAD OF STOPPING, IT SLOWLY CONTINUED AND REAR ENDED THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME DOING ABOUT $7,000 DAMAGE TO THE FRONT OF MY 2013 ELANTRA. THE DEALER FINALLY FINISHED THE REPAIR WORK AND RETURNED THE CAR TO ME ON APPROXIMATELY JULY 31, 2015. ALMOST IMMEDIATELY, THE ESC AND EPS LIGHTS WOULD GO ON INTERMITTENTLY AND STAY ON FOR A DAY OR SO BEFORE RETURNING TO NORMAL. I TOOK IT TO THE HYUNDAI DEALER LAST THURSDAY, SEPT 27, 2015 TO RESET THE COMPUTER AND SET THE STEERING ANGLE SENSORS WHICH I HAD READ ABOUT HELPING ONE PERSON IN THIS BLOG. IT WAS SEEMINGLY NORMAL WHEN I TOOK IT TO THEM. THE CAR WARRANTY WAS VOIDED BEFORE I GOT IT DUE TO A PRIOR COLLUSION IN WHICH A PRIOR INSURANCE COMPANY WROTE IT OFF AS COSTING MORE TO FIX THAN IT WAS WORTH. A BODY SHOP PURCHASED IT AND DID THE REPAIRS AND IT IS NOW CLASSIFIED A RESTORED SALVAGE TITLE (HENCE NO MORE WARRANTY) EVEN THOUGH WAS INSPECTED BY THE STATE OF ARIZONA AND DEEMED COMPLETELY FIXED. I PAID TO HAVE THE COMPUTER RESET AND THE STEERING ANGLE SENSORS ADJUSTED. THE DEALER BELIEVED THIS WOULD FIX IT. TWO DAYS LATER THE ESC AND EPS LIGHTS WENT BACK ON AND HAVE STAYED ON FOR 4 DAYS NOW. I HAVE A CODE READER AND THERE ARE NO FAULT OR ERROR CODES TO CLEAR BUT THE LIGHTS STAY ON. I AM SOMEWHAT CONVINCED THAT THE STEERING COLUMNS THAT HOUSE THE STEERING ANGLE SENSORS ARE FAULTY. WHEN THEY MALFUNCTION, IT MAKES THE EPS SHUT DOWN. A RECALL TO INCLUDE THESE WOULD BE GREAT. I CANNOT AFFORD ANY EXPLORATORY REPAIRS AT THIS TIME AND CANNOT DRIVE THE 2013 CAR. PLEASE HELP!

Sep 02, 2015

Crash: 1

+ 1 more complaint for this component

STEERING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

6 complaints

TL-CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA --- ESC LIGHT CAME -- ELECTRONIC STEERING LIGHT VEHICLE HAS 58000 MILES ON VEHICLE AND IS NOT UNDER WARRANTY --- CALLED DEALERSHIP AND DEALERSHIP STATED VEHICLE IS OUT OF WARRANTY . STEERING LOCKED UP ON CONTACT AND THAT CONTACT HAD TO PAY FOR REPAIRS. CONTACT LEFT A VOICEMAIL FOR HYUNDAI DEALERSHIP AND DEALERSHIP HAS NOT RETURNED PHONE CALL. CONTACT GIVEN NUMBER TO HYUNDAI CB

Jan 11, 2018

PURCHASED MY 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA NEW FROM THE DEALERSHIP. WHILE DRIVING ONE DAY THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL INDICATOR LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CAN BECAME HARD TO STEER. LOOKED IN MY OPERATOR'S MANUAL TO SEE WHAT THIS LIGHT MEANT, IT INSTRUCTED ME TO DISABLE THE ESC BY PUSHING TO ESC OFF BUTTON WHICH I LOCATED AND DID. THIS TURNED THE TROUBLE LIGHT OFF, AND I CONTINUED TO DRIVE. HOWEVER, MY VEHICLE STILL TO THIS DAY IS HARD TO STEER AND CONTROL AND I HAVE TO KEEP BOTH HANDS ON THE WHEEL. WHEN YOU TURN THE STEERING WHEEL THERE IS A LOUD POPPING SOUND. HAVE SCHEDULED A SERVICE VISIT, BUT THEY WANT TO CHARGE ME A LARGE DIAGNOSTIC FEE JUST TO FIND OUT WHAT THE PROBLEM IS. SEARCHED THE INTERNET AND FOUND THAT THERE ARE A LOT OF PEOPLE REPORTING THIS VERY SAME ISSUE. HOPE TO HEAR THAT THEY WILL ISSUE A RECALL, BUT PROBABLY NOT UNTIL A LOT OF PEOPLE GET KILLED.

Dec 09, 2017

EPS AND ESC LIGHTS CAME ON AND VEHICLE LOST POWER STEERING. PROBLEM IS INTERMITTENT. VEHICLE TOWED TO DEALERSHIP. DEALERSHIP IS UNABLE TO REPLICATE ISSUE AT THIS TIME. NO FAULT CODES FOUND BY DEALERSHIP SERVICE DEPT. DEALER ADVISED THEY WILL TEST VEHICLE AGAIN TODAY (12/11/14) TO TRY TO REPLICATE ISSUE. ISSUE OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES (8 TO 9) OVER A 24 HOUR PERIOD. VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION AS CONDITION OCCURS RANDOMLY. EPS LIGHT WILL TURN OFF AND ESC LIGHT STAYED ILLUMINATED. VEHICLE RECOVERED ON ITS OWN WHEN EPS LIGHT TURNED OFF. BOTH LIGHTS WERE OFF THE FOLLOWING MORNING WHEN TOWED TO DEALERSHIP AFTER SITTING OVERNIGHT. CONDITION HAS OCCURRED WHILE MAKING A U-TURN, PULLING OUT OF DRIVE WAY, AND WHILE MAKING LEFT AND RIGHT TURNS. *TR

Dec 11, 2014

THIS CAR WAS PURCHASED FOR MY WIFE ABOUT A MONTH AGO AND I DRIVE IT VERY LITTLE. WHEN I HAVE, THE CAR SEEMS TO WONDER REAL BAD, MUCH WORSE ON NEW ROADS. IT IS ALMOST LIKE IT FLOATS SIDE TO SIDE. THIS LAST WEEKEND IT KEPT DRIFTING BOTH WAYS AND WENT OFF THE ROAD SEVERAL TIMES. THE DEALER CLAIMED EVERY THING IS ALRIGHT, BUT I KNOW IT SHOULD NOT WANDER LIKE THIS. *TR

Sep 29, 2014

JUST ARRIVED AT MY RESIDENCE WHEN POWER STEERING STOPPED. HAD TO FORCE CAR TO TURN IN MY DRIVE. ELECTRONIC STEERING CONTROL AND ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING WARNING LIGHTS ON. DELIVERED CAR TO DEALER ON 8/19/2014. DEALER HAD CAR FOR THREE DAYS FOR REPAIR. NEW STEERING COLUMN WITH ANGLE SENSORS HAD TO BE INSTALLED AND ADJUSTED. THIS WAS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION AND THE SAME THING HAS HAPPENED TO OTHER OWNERS ON THIS SITE. *TR

Aug 22, 2014

+ 1 more complaint for this component

STEERING,SUSPENSION,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

6 complaints

IS HAS BEEN 2 YEARS NOW SINCE I HAVE OWNED THE 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. I HAVE BROUGHT THE VEHICLE IN THE DEALER APPROXIMATELY 15 TIMES FOR SUSPENSION AND STEERING PROBLEMS. THE VEHICLE HANDLES POORLY ON PRETTY MUCH ANY ROAD CONDITION. THE VEHICLE WILL SWAY AND JUMP OVER EVERY BUMP OR CRACK IN THE ROAD. IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO KEEP THE VEHICLE STRAIGHT IN A LANE AND FEEL YOU HAVE TO CONSTANTLY CORRECT THE STEERING WHEEL. I HAVE TO WHITENUCKLE THE STEERING WHEEL TO KEEP CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE SUSPENSION HAS BEEN CLUNKY SINCE DAY ONE AND THE DEALERSHIP FINDS NOTHING WRONG! THERE ARE NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS OF THE SAME ISSUES. HYUNDAI NEEDS TO STEP IT UP AND PROTECT THE OWNERS OF THESE VEHICLES BEFORE SOMETHING TRAGIC HAPPENS!

Nov 16, 2015

RECALL PLEASE !! I SPENT MY LIFE SAVINGS ON THIS CAR AND IT IS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE. THE CAR FISH TAILS OVER SMALL BUMPS AND AT LOW SPEEDS. IN WINTER DRIVING ITS ALMOST OUT OF CONTROL AND A SEPARATE SET OF SNOW TIRES IS MANDATORY SO YOU DON'T GET KILLED. WHEN IT CROSSES RAILROAD TRACKS IT ACTUALLY TENDS TO TURN ON ITS OWN ONTO THE DIRECTION OF THE TRACKS ! IF YOU HIT A DIP IN THE ROAD THE CAR SEEMS TO LOSE CONTROL. AND AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS FORGET IT - IT SWAYS ACROSS THE LANES ON ITS OWN AS IF IT IS CONSTANTLY CATCHING THE WIND. I CANNOT DRIVE IT ON THE HIGHWAY - I AM WHITE KNUCKLED BY JUST A SHORT TRIP TRYING TO KEEP CONTROL OF THIS CAR. THIS CAR IS MORE OF BOAT THEN AN AUTOMOBILE. IF I SELL THE CAR MY LOSSES WILL BE HUGE. I GOT A WHEEL ALIGNMENT, TIRES AND TOOK IT INTO THE DEALER ALL TO NO AVAIL AND THE PROBLEM IS GETTING WORSE AS THE CAR IS AGING TOO. BASICALLY THE DEALER SAID THIS IS THE WAY THE CAR IS BUILT TOO BAD SO SAD.

May 15, 2015

MY 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA LIMITED HAS THE SWERVING PROBLEM. ANY TIME I'M ON AN UNEVEN PATCH OF ROAD OR A BUMP, IT'S LIKE I LOSE CONTROL OF MY CAR. YOU HAVE TO KEEP 2 HANDS ON THE WHEEL AT ALL TIMES TO TRY & KEEP SOME CONTROL. I DO NOT FEEL SAFE DOING MY WEEKLY DRIVE FROM DE TO NY!! *TR

Oct 13, 2014

I BOUGHT MY 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA GT ON SEPTEMBER 12, 2014, IT HAD 41053 MILES ON IT. AS I LEFT THE DEALERSHIP IT WAS RAINING VERY HARD AND I NOTICED THAT IT WAS VERY DIFFICULT TO KEEP THE CAR IN MY LANE; MY CAR WAS PULLING TO THE RIGHT, NOT ONLY THAT, I HIT A BUMP OR MANHOLE AND THE BAD END OF THE CAR FISHTAILED SO BAD THAT I THOUGHT I WAS GOING TO HIT THE CAR THAT WAS IN THE RIGHT LANE. I WAS DRIVING A FEW DAYS LATER, I HIT ANOTHER POTHOLE AND THE CAR DID THAT SAME THING BUT THIS TIME THE ROADS WERE DRY. AT THIS POINT, I REALIZE THAT THE FIRST INCIDENT HAD NOTHING TO DO WITH THE ROADS BEING WET, IT WAS THE SUSPENSION ON THE CAR THAT'S CAUSES THE CAR TO PULL TO ONE SIDE AND FOR IT TO FISHTAIL THE WAY IT DOES. I DID SOME RESEARCH AND I REALIZED THAT HYUNDAI OWNERS HAVE COMPLAINED ABOUT THIS PROBLEM FOR QUITE SOMETIME BUT THE HYUNDAI CORPORATION FAILS TO ACKNOWLEDGE THIS AS A PROBLEM; THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS PROBLEM. TO BE HONEST, I'M A LITTLE FRIGHTEN TO DRIVE MY CAR; HYUNDAI CORPORATION NEEDS TO ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THERE IS A SUSPENSION PROBLEM WITH THE MAKE AND MODEL AND THEY NEED TO DO SOMETHING TO CORRECT THIS PROBLEM ASAP BEFORE SOMEONE LOSES THEIR LIFE. *TR

Oct 09, 2014

RENTAL CAR, HYUNDAI ELANTRA 2013, FROM ENTERPRISE. VEHICLE UNSAFE TO DRIVE, CAN LOSE STEERING CONTROL VERY EASILY, WHICH I EXPERIENCED FIRST HAND DURING RAINY CONDITIONS. THE OTHER DRIVERS IN FRONT AND BEHIND ME DID NOT HAVE ANY ISSUES WITH STEERING, BUT THIS VEHICLE LOST CONTROL...UPDATED 07/15/14 *BF

Jun 02, 2014

Crash: 1

+ 1 more complaint for this component

SEAT BELTS

5 complaints

After starting car i tried to put the driver left side seatbelt on. It seemed to be stuck and would not budge after trying to pull over me. I noticed other people who owned Hyundai cars same year also had the same trouble. When I called the dealership they gave me a quote of $500. Not only does is this a safety hazard but fraudulent as well. Hyundai Corporation sent me a letter stating it was not a lemon. I never said it was. But it is defective and should be recalled!

Jul 08, 2021

FRONT PASSENGER IN NOT ABLE TO BUCKLE SEAT BELT. WHEN YOU TRY TO LATCH THE SEAT BELT INTO THE ORANGE/RED CLASP HOLDER, THE SEAT BELT WILL NOT STAY LOCKED INTO PLACE. NOW WE WAIT TO SEE IF OTHER SEAT BELTS BECOME UNLOCKED WHILE DRIVING OR WHILE IN AN ACCIDENT. WE ARE ALSO DOWN TO ONLY HAVING 4 SEATS AVAILABLE IN THE CAR.

Jul 25, 2019

TAKATA RECALL THE DROVERS SIDE SEAT BELT POPS OUT. IT WILL BE IN, LOCKED AND AS I'M DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD IT WILL JUST RELEASE. IT HAS BEEN HAPPENING MORE AND MORE.

Jan 16, 2019

RETRACTION SEAT BELTS ARE DEFECTIVE ! MY SON FAIL ASLEEP IN BACK, WHILE IN SEAT BELT. SOMEHOW HE WAS LOOP INSIDE BELT.I RELEASED BELT KNUCKLE.THE BELT PULL IN UPWARDS FAST RETRACTING"BUT I COULDN'T PULL OUT" THE BELT TO GET HIM OUT OF THE TANGLE.SOMEHOW HE WAS BEING STRANGLE AROUND THE STOMACH AREA.IT THEN BECAME A LIFE THREATENING.I HAD NOTHING ON ME TO CUT THE BELT WITH.,JUST A CELL PHONE TO CALL 911.THE RESPONDERS TASK FORCE COULDN'T BELIEVE THE BELT WOULDN'T PULL OUT.THE CAR SITTING IN PARK NO KEYS IN IT.ALL DOOR'S WERE OPEN & TRUNK.AND SEARCH ALL OVER FOR SOMEKIND OF RELEASE DEVICE.THE OWNER'S MANUAL MENTION NOTHING ABOUT A SAFETY RELEASE BUTTON ON SEAT BELT.THE CAMERA PHONES WAS USED TO DOCUMENT BELT PROBLEM. *TR

Aug 05, 2014

ARE YOU AWARE THAT THERE IS NO NOTIFICATION TO THE DRIVER IF THE PASSENGER SEAT BELT IS NOT BEING USED BY THE FRONT SEAT PASSENGER? *TR

Mar 27, 2014

SUSPENSION,WHEELS

5 complaints

AFTER I BOUGHT THE CAR NEW IN 2012, A COUPLE WEEKS LATER I BEGAN NOTICING AND STILL TO THIS DAY, WHEN I HIT ANY SIZE OF BUMP IN THE ROAD, THE BACK TIRES FEEL LIKE THEY ARE COMING OFF THE GROUND AND THE REAR OF THE CAR FISHTAILS. THIS HAPPENS FROM ABOUT 45 MPH ON UP. ON THE HIGHWAY, I HOLD ON FOR DEAR LIFE WHEN I SEE A BUMP, AND LET OFF THE GAS. (NOT SURE HOW MUCH THAT HELPS, BUT IT'S JUST MY INSTINCT). IF THERE IS A ROW OF BUMPS/HOLES, I HAVE TROUBLE KEEPING CONTROL OF THE CAR. ALSO I HAVE TO REPLACE TWO TIRES ABOUT 24,000 MILES, AS THEY GET UNEVEN WEAR FROM A FIXED? REAR AXLE THAT IS DESIGNED TO NOT BE ALIGNED. NOT SURE IF THAT IS RELATED TO THE CAR FISHTAILING. I BOUGHT THE CAR WITH INTENTION OF PASSING DOWN TO MY DAUGHTER, BUT WOULD NEVER LET AN INEXPERIENCED DRIVER BEHIND THE WHEEL OF THIS CAR FOR FEAR OF THEM DYING.

May 10, 2018

REAR TIRES GO BALD PREMATURELY AND FRONT TIRES WEAR ON THE INBOARD SIDE PREMATURELY AND THE FRONT TIRE ARE REAL PRONE TO SIDE WALL BULGING. I BOUGHT THE CAR WITH 37,417 MILES AND IT NOW HAS 66,388 MILES AND I'VE BEEN MADE TO PURCHASE THREE SETS OF TIRES SOMETHING NEEDS TO BE DONE US CONSUMERS SHOULD NOT HAVE TO BE FORCED INTO PAYING FOR DEFECTS LIKE THIS

Jan 28, 2017

NO SPARE TIRE , NO JACK OR TIRE IRON.

Dec 27, 2015

WHEN DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY APPROX 65 MPH AND YOU HIT A POTHOLE OR UNEVEN ROAD THE CAR SWAYS BACK AND FORTH LIKE A BOAT I HAVE NEW TIRES AND JUST GOT IT ALIGNED THINKING IT WOULD HELP BUT IT STILL SWAYS AND FEELS LIKE IT WILL JUMP INTO THE OTHER LANE. I HAD NOTICED IT BEFORE BUT DIDN'T THINK TOO MUCH UNTIL MY SON DROVE IT AND MENTIONED SOMETHING. I HAVE VIEWED THE OTHER COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS SO I KNOW I AM NOT ALONE THINKING THIS IS UNSAFE. *TR

Jul 14, 2014

AT AROUND 38000 MILES I NOTICED THAT I WAS HEARING A LOT OF NOISE OUT OF THE REAREND OF THE VEHICLE. THINKING IT WAS A BAD WHEEL BEARING I TOOK IT TO A DEALER AND THEY SAID MY REAR TIRES WERE BALD AND NEEDED REPLACED. I TOOK A LOOK AT THE REAR TIRES AFTER LEAVING THE DEALERSHIP AND NOTICED IT WAS A VERY UNEVEN AND IRREGULAR TIRE WEAR PATTERN SO I TOOK IT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY TOLD ME IT WAS BECAUSE I NEEDED TO ROTATE MY TIRES MORE OFTEN (TIRES WERE ROTATED EVERY 3000 MILES WHEN OIL WAS CHANGED) AND THAT WAS WHY THE IRREGULAR WEAR ON ONLY THE 2 REAR TIRES. THE WEAR APPEARED AS WAVY SPOTS WHERE THE TIRE HAD NO TREAD THEN RIGHT NEXT TO THAT IT HAD PLENTY OF TREAD LEFT. SO I GAVE IN BOUGHT ALL 4 BRAND NEW TIRES AND AFTER 1500 MILES I WENT AHEAD AND ROTATED THE TIRES NOTICING THAT THE REAR TIRES HAD ALREADY BEGAN TO WEAR IN THE EXACT SAME PATTERN SO I TOOK IT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY TOLD ME IT WAS A BAD SET OF TIRES. NEEDLESS TO SAY I TOOK IT TO A LOCAL TIRE SHOP AND HAD THEM CHECK THE ALIGNMENT ON THE BACK TIRES EVEN THOUGH IT IS A SOLID REAR AXLE. THE ALIGNMENT CHECK SHOWED THAT THE REAR WHEELS DO NOT TRACK STRAIGHT AND THAT IS WHAT IS CAUSING THE REAR TIRES TO WEAR VERY FAST. I TOOK THIS INFORMATION BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP WHICH REFUSED TO CHECK THE ALIGNMENT ON THE REAR WHEELS BECAUSE IT IS A SOLID AXLE VEHICLE AND THERE IS NO ADJUSTMENT FOR IT. THEY CONTINUED TO BLAME THE TIRES AND ROTATION SCHEDULE FOR THE PROBLEM. AFTER DOING MORE RESEARCH ON THE WEB THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEMS WITH THE HYUNDAI ELANTRAS AND THE DEALERSHIPS REFUSE TO FIX IT EVEN KNOWING THAT PROBLEM WITH THIS PARTICULAR VEHICLE. IF A TIRE ENDS UP BLOWING OUT DUE TO THE REAR AXLE NOT BEING MOUNTED CORRECTLY I COULD SEE THAT BEING A BIG PROBLEM. *TR

Mar 06, 2014

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

4 complaints

My engine will not turn over 70% of the time. My radio switches on and off on its on and changes stations randomly. Even with new brakes, it sounds like they are constantly grinding. When my gas gets low the issue gets worse to the point i can't arm my car. I have a small child and my car started smoking. I was also stranded for almost an hour because my car would not start. I just got off the phone with pearson hyundai and they told me there is no remedy for this issue and just wait. This issue started mid last year when my engine started to shake at a stop light. I have had 3 mechanics look at my car and they won't touch the issue due to the recall.

Apr 23, 2024

My car tends to shut off on its own while driving. I’ve fixed the fuel pump thinking that can be the issue due to the car passing “green” on the machine stating everything is good. No lights on my dashboard, engine tends to shake. RPM arrow is all over the place. The car is well taken care of. I’m spending a lot of money on mechanics fixing things that clearly aren’t the issue with the vehicle.

Nov 12, 2022

MY 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA WITH APPROX. 75,000 MILES, AND NO MECHANICAL OR COSMETIC ISSUES, CAUGHT FIRE WHILE PARKED AND TURNED OFF FOR 10 MINUTES AT TAVERN IN THE SQUARE RESTAURANT IN LOWELL, MA. PATRONS WHO WERE PARKED NEARBY HEARD WHAT SOUNDED LIKE ELECTRICAL SPARKS AND THEN WITNESSED SMOKE COMING FROM THE HOOD WHICH THEN BURST INTO FLAMES. THEY RAN IN TO RETRIEVE MY FAMILY AND I AND THE FIRE DEPARTMENT CAME WITHIN 10 MINUTES TO EXTINGUISH THE FLAMES BUT THE CAR WAS COMPLETELY DESTROYED BY THAT TIME. I HAVE VIDEOS AND PICTURES THAT CAN BE FORWARDED TO YOU. I HAVE ATTEMPTED TO CONTACT HYUNDAI CUSTOMER SERVICE BUT WAS ON HOLD FOR 40 MINUTES AND IMMEDIATELY DISCONNECTED BEFORE SPEAKING TO ANYONE. THIS HAS BEEN EXTREMELY STRESSFUL EMOTIONALLY AND FINANCIALLY. THE CAR WAS IN OUR GARAGE JUST 30 MINUTES PRIOR AND THIS COULD HAVE BEEN MUCH WORSE. THERE IS OBVIOUSLY A HISTORY OF ISSUES WITH SOME OTHER HYUNDAI VEHICLES WHICH I WASN'T AWARE OF UNTIL NOW BUT I DON'T SEE THAT MY CAR WAS LISTED AS A POSSIBLE RECALL FOR ELECTRICAL FIRES. IT WAS MY ONLY MODE OF TRANSPORTATION AND EVERY PENNY I EARNED WAS USED TO PURCHASE THIS VEHICLE LESS THAN ONE YEAR AGO. I DO NOT HAVE INSURANCE THAT WOULD COVER THIS SITUATION SO THIS IS A TOTAL LOSS. PLEASE LET ME KNOW HOW TO PROCEED AND ALSO WHERE TO FORWARD THE VIDEO AND PHOTO DETAILS.

Nov 23, 2020

Fire: 1

I HAVE OWNED MY CAR FOR A LITTLE OVER 3 YEARS NOW. I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH MY FOB NOT UNLOCKING MY CAR. I WOULD HAD TO PRESS THE UNLOCK BUTTON SEVERAL TIMES TO UNLOCK. THEN I ALSO STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH NOT BEING ABLE TO TURN ON MY CAR(WITH THE PUSH START) BECAUSE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS REALLY STIFF. I HAD TO PRESS HARD ON THE BRAKE IN ORDER TO SUCCESSFULLY TURN ON MY CAR. RECENTLY I'VE HAD A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COME ON SPORADICALLY. SOMETIMES THE LIGHT COMES ON AND OFF WHILE DURING MY DRIVES IN THE CITY. TWO DAYS AGO, I ATTEMPTED TO TURN ON MY CAR AND THE CAR BEGAN TO START, BUT CONTINUED TO MAKE THE IGNITION START SOUND FOR SEVERAL SECONDS--ABOUT 10 SECONDS-- THAN USUAL. THIS WAS OF COURSE NOT THE NORM, SO I PRESSED THE START UP BUTTON TO TURN OFF THE CAR. WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO TURN ON AGAIN, IT TURNED ON FINE WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON AGAIN. I WENT TO PEP BOYS AND MENEIKE TO CHECK THIS OUT AND THEY SAID THAT I HAD A P2096 PROBLEM. THIS CODE WAS FOLLOWED WITH THE DESCRIPTION AS FOLLOWS: POST CATALYST FUEL TRIM SYSTEM TOO LEAN BANK 1. ESSENTIALLY I WAS TOLD THAT THE RATIO OF OXYGEN AND FUEL , THE ENGINE TAKE IS OFF. THEY THOUGHT IT WAS A LEAK THAT WOULD CAUSE THE LACK OF FUEL GOING INTO THE ENGINE, BUT WHEN THEY INVESTIGATED IT, THEY DIDN'T FIND A LEAK. AS OF NOW, I DON'T HAVE A REAL DIAGNOSIS FOR MY CAR. I'M NOT SURE IF ALL OF THESE PROBLEMS CORRELATE OR HAVE A DOMINO EFFECT ON EACH OTHER, BUT THE ISSUE WILL TAKE A WHILE TO TAKE CARE OF.

Nov 03, 2015

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

4 complaints

Hyundai has had an "urgent recall" out now for 6 months with no remedy. I'd like to know how long the company has been given to provide a remedy. This is incredibly inconvenient, as my vehicle cannot be parked in or near any structure. Because of having to park it on the street, it has been vandalized (rear-view mirror smashed), but Hyundai refuses to reimburse me for that.

Apr 01, 2024

Recall of the ABS Remedy Not Yet Available I do not feel safe driving or parking

Dec 15, 2023

Recall #251 has not been resolved after nearly three months (recall is dated September 22, it is now December 15). I do not feel this is a timely resolution for an urgent issue that could cause a vehicle fire.

Dec 15, 2023

I'm reaching out in concern for the Hyundai Safety Recall (Hyundai Recall Number 251). The letter, I received on 11/14/23, said my car is part of the Recall. There is currently no remedy. The only recommendation is to not drive the car and leave it parked away from structures. The 251 recall started 9/22/23. There has been no update and no resolution. I think this is not a reasonable time frame to have your car parked away from structures and not to be driven.

Nov 16, 2023

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

4 complaints

The vehicle developed a fuel line leak (diagnosed by ASE certified technician). The problem was first noticed when the odor of fuel filled the cabin. This may or may not be similar to the same issue arising in 2013 Sonata models for which a recall was issued. I have tried to locate a replacement part (Hyundai part# 31310-3X400) but am informed that these are on "indefinite backorder" or "discontinued" rendering the otherwise serviceable vehicle unsafe to operate

Aug 30, 2022

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A RAW FUEL ODOR ENTERED THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ROUND ROCK HYUNDAI (2405 N INTERSTATE HWY 35, ROUND ROCK, TX 78664, (512) 920-5397) ON NOVEMBER 15, 2016 TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE CONTINUED AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AUTOMAX FORD (3301 E CENTRAL TEXAS EXPY, KILLEEN, TX 76543, 254-699-2629). THE DEALER RAN A FULL FUEL SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC, BUT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS PROVIDED CASE NUMBER: 15964028. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 35,311.

Aug 05, 2019

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DISENGAGED BUT THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO DRIVE AT THE SAME SPEED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN ADVISED THE CONTACT TO SPRAY GUM OUT INSIDE OF THE FUEL INJECTION THROTTLE PLATE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 98,000. UPDATED 2/9/15*CN UPDATED 9/8/2017*CN

Dec 15, 2014

RAN OUT OF GAS DESPITE THE GAUGE SHOWING 42 MILES LEFT (ABOUT 1.5 GALLONS). WALKED TO A STATION AND GOT A GAS CAN; PUT A COUPLE OF GALLONS IN, STARTED THE CAR, AND THE METER STARTED DROPPING DRAMATICALLY, GOING FROM 112 MILES REMAINING TO 104 TO 98... ALL THE WAY DOWN TO 82 MILES REMAINING BEFORE I EVEN STARTED DRIVING. DROVE ABOUT A QUARTER MILE, AND IT FELL ANOTHER 3 MILES. DON'T KNOW YET IF THE CAR IF THE PROBLEM IS WITH FUEL INJECTION, THE GAUGE, OR SOME ISSUE WITH THE TANK ITSELF (AIR/WATER LEAKING IN OR GAS LEAKING OUT, ETC.). PROBLEM OCCURRED THE DAY AFTER BRINGING THE CAR INTO THE SHOP FOR A SEPARATE PROBLEM. MY CAR IS 6 WEEKS OLD, AND I HAVE BROKEN DOWN TWO DAYS IN A ROW JUST DRIVING TO WORK. *TR

Jul 16, 2013

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES

4 complaints

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A CONCRETE PATIO. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE NECK AND BRUISES TO THE ARMS AND LEGS. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS NOT REQUIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND REPAIRED. THE VIN AND FAILURE MILEAGE WERE NOT AVAILABLE.

Oct 12, 2016

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 7 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND THE BRAKES FAILED TO RESPOND. NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT WENT OVER A CURB AND FRACTURED THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE AND POSSIBLY BE THE AXLE. THE CONTACT HAD TO SHUT THE ENGINE OFF IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER BUT HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 13,000. UPDATED 10/05/16*LJ *TR

Aug 30, 2016

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE MAKING A LEFT IN THE GARAGE, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT FAILED TO OPERATE. THE VEHICLE STOPPED BY CRASHING INTO THE BUSHES. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER OR DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 28,026.

Jul 15, 2016

Crash: 1

VEHICLE SUDDEN ACCELERATION AFTER PRESSING BRAKES AND TRYING TO PARK: AS I WAS TURNING INTO A PARKING SPACE (LESS THAN 5 MPH), IN FRONT OF A GROCERY STORE TO PARK THE CAR, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, HIT A LIGHTING POLE AND COMPLETELY DAMAGED THE FRONT OF THE CAR. PRESSING THE BRAKES EVEN HARDER COULD NOT STOP THE CAR. THE CAR FINALLY CAME TO A HALT AS IT HIT THE POLE (THANKFULLY NO ONE WAS INJURED). THE AIR BAG DID NOT COME ON, MY HEAD AND NECK HIT THE BRAKES. THANKFULLY, I WAS NOT INJURED AND NO ONE ELSE WAS EITHER. BRAKES COMPLETELY FAILED, THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF IT BUT COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING DEFECTIVE IN THE CAR. THIS IS VERY SCARY. *TR

Jun 17, 2013

Crash: 1

SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE

3 complaints

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while her son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal became loose while depressing and the steering wheel was abnormally stiff. An unknown warning light illuminated. In addition, the driver saw an abnormal amount of smoke coming from under the hood and had inhaled smoke while attempting to exit the vehicle. The vehicle caught on fire moments later when the driver safely exited the vehicle. The local fire department arrived on the scene and extinguished the fire. No police report was filed. The driver sustained minor injuries but no medical attention was required. The vehicle was towed to an insurance lot for further investigation. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 133,000.

Oct 02, 2024

Fire: 1

ABOUT 4 TIMES PER YEAR, THE VEHICLE WILL NOT SHIFT OUT OF PARK. I MUST USE THE SHIFT RELEASE BUTTON AND THIS TAKES AWHILE TO WORK. I HAVE HAD THIS HAPPEN WHEN THE CAR IS IDLING IN A PARKING LOT, PARKED AT A DRIVE-THRU, TRYING TO LEAVE A PARKING LOT. THIS HAS HAPPENED ABOUT 12 TIMES SINCE I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE. I TOOK IT TO A HYUNDAI DEALERSHIP AND THEY COULD NOT REPLICATE THE ISSUE. THE FIRST OCCASION WAS AROUND 1,000 MILES ON THE ODOMETER.

Dec 26, 2016

BRAKES: AT 36K, I HAD TO CHANGE THE BRAKE PADS WHICH MAY NOT BE UNCOMMON, HOWEVER, IT WAS THE BACK BRAKES. THE FRONT BRAKES HAD MORE THAN HALF THE LIFE LEFT ON IT AND THE BACK BRAKES WERE ALMOST BARE. ENGINE: IN SUMMER (JULY?) OF 2013, I CAME OUT FROM WORK, AFTER A FULL DAY OF THE CAR SITTING OUT IN THE SUN (APPROXIMATELY 85 WEATHER), I ATTEMPTED TO TURN THE ENGINE AND IT CONTINUED TO TURN, BUT NOT WOULD NOT IGNITE/ START. AFTER TRYING IT FOR ABOUT 5MIN, I GAVE IT A BREAK AND LET IT SIT FOR ABOUT 10MIN. AFTER WHICH, I TRIED AGAIN AND IT WAS VERY HESITANT TO START (YOU COULD HEAR IT WANTED TO), THEN EVENTUALLY STARTED. I DROPPED IT OFF TO THE DEALER THE NEXT DAY AND THEY COULDN'T REPLICATE THE ISSUE. ALMOST A YEAR LATER (JULY?) 2014, THE SAME THING HAPPENED AGAIN. THE CAR SAT OUT IN THE 80 WEATHER IN THE SUN ALL DAY. I CAME OUT FROM WORK AND MY CAR WOULD NOT TURN ON; THIS TIME, THE ENGINE DIDN'T DO ANYTHING OTHER THAN CONTINUE TO TURN LIKE WHEN YOUR BATTERY IS DEAD. I CALLED ROADSIDE AND HE JUMPED THE CAR. HE ALSO CHECKED THE BATTERY AND SAID IT SHOULDN'T DO THAT BECAUSE IT WAS NOT EVEN CLOSE TO DEAD. I AGAIN TOOK INTO THE DEALER AND THEY TRIED TO REPLICATE MY ISSUE, LEAVING IT IN THE SUN; NO LUCK. THEY COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH IT AGAIN. I HAVEN'T SEEN THE ISSUE SINCE, BUT I AM WORRIED THAT A NEW CAR COULD EVEN HESITATE TO START LIKE THIS.

Sep 29, 2015

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,ENGINE

3 complaints

My 2013 Hyundai starter would not stop trying to start the car even when the ignition was off and the key was not in the ignition. Then it got so hot it caught fire and destroyed the alternator as well as the starter. It was so hot it melted the alternator. Also the plastic that is used to hold the headlamps and other engine parts has disintegrated. I barely touch what's left and the plastic crumbles apart. My car no longer has the plastic under the hood. I use tape to hold up the lights. Car was stopped and in a parking lot when this happened.

Apr 18, 2024

Fire: 1

CAR LOOSELY STEERED BARELY OFF ROAD, 1/8 MILE FROM HOME,BUMPED TREE 15' AWAY, BACKED UP, ENGINE SHUT OFF (AS USUAL SINCE DAY 2 OF LEASE), WINDSHIELD HEATED TO OVER 150 DEGREE'S IN 35 DEGREE WEATHER, SO I VACATED CAR, WHICH WAS IN FLAMES 2-3 MINUTES AND BURNED TO ASH..HAD 5 MONTHS, DAILY PROBLEMS, BATTERY, FUSES, IGNITION, NUMEROUS CALLS TO DEALER, SHOP, NO HELP, COULD EASILY HAVE DIED IN FIRETRAP ALIVE, CAR DOVE ITSELF, WHEN & WHERE IT PLEASED, AND WAS UNCONTROLLABLE.EVEN HYUNDAI MOTOR FINANCE HAS NOT PAID ON GAP COVERAGE IN 11 MONTHS, RUINING MY CREDIT TO BOOT, AND WAS OVER FINANCED PAST LEGAL LIMITS, ON A TOTAL NEW LEMON AND NOT ONLY WAS CAR NOT REPLACED AS PROMISED,I CANNOT GET A RESPONSE FROM HYUNDAI, OR HYUNDAI FINANCE.,THIS WAS THE BIGGEST MISTAKE OF MY LIFE, AND I WILL TELL EVERYONE TO NEVER PURCHASE A HYUNDAI PRODUCT. YOU SHOULD BE ASHAMED.AND LOSE YOUR FRANCHISE LICENSE.I WILL HAVE TO SUE TO EVER BEGIN TO BE COMPENSATED FOR ALL YOU HAVE DONE TO ME, AND BECAUSE OF YOUR PRODUCT. *TR

Nov 11, 2014

Crash: 1

Fire: 1

THE 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA WAS PARKED IN A DRIVEWAY AND TURNED OFF, AND AN ELECTRIC FIRE STARTED IN IT. IT BURNED COMPLETELY UP. *TR

Mar 08, 2013

Fire: 1

STEERING,AIR BAGS

3 complaints

The Power Steering System failed with both EPS and Traction Control Lights. Can only steer without assists. Air Bag light on

Oct 12, 2023

STEERING WHEEL MAKES A CLICKING SOUND EVERY TIME IT IS MOVED AND SHAKES VIOLENTLY WHEN TRYING TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAG LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF.

Sep 13, 2020

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT SUSPECTED THAT THE TIMING SPRING IN THE STEERING WHEEL COULD HAVE CAUSED THE FAILURE. HYUNDAI OF ANDERSON (1925 PEARMAN DAIRY RD, ANDERSON, SC 29625, (864) 642-0900) MENTIONED THAT THE SPRING WAS A COMMON ISSUE, BUT THEY WOULD HAVE TO RUN A DIAGNOSTIC TEST AND CHARGE A FEE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000.

Sep 18, 2019

AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

3 complaints

The red dashboard light remains on all the time indicating a problem with the air bag. I'm not sure what is causing the light to remain on but it is concerning as I don't know whether airbag will deploy properly if needed. I recently visited the dealership for an appointment to install anti theft software due to recall. Two and a half hours later they presented me with an unsolicited appraisal of my vehicle with $1800 in recommended repairs to my car including $400 to replace a sun visor. During this unsolicited appraisal, the dealership neglected to list the red dashboard light that is constantly on. I believe that this is a common issue with Hyundai vehicles and should be fixed free as a recall because of safety concerns.

Aug 19, 2023

Airbag light comes on a few minutes after I start driving. I had my local Hyundai dealership look into and they said they didn't get any diagnostic codes and were unable to replicate the issue when test driving. The problem happens every time I drive and the fact that the airbag light is on is very worrisome and from researching this issue it seems it's rather common.

Aug 23, 2022

TAKATA RECALL THE OPERATOR OF THE 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE ATTEMPTED TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN FROM THE RIGHT LANE AND STRUCK THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS HIT IN THE FRONT RIGHT SIDE AND FORCIBLY PUSHED INTO THE STREET CURB. THIS RESULTED IN SIGNIFICANT FRONT END DAMAGE AND THE SUSPENSION OF ALL FOUR TIRES. THE DRIVER WAS INJURED AND REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION ON THE SCENE. THE DRIVER'S HEAD IMPACTED THE DRIVER'S WINDOW, DUE TO THE FAILURE OF THE SIDE AIRBAG TO DEPLOY, RESULTING IN SIGNIFICANT BRUISING AND A SERIOUS CONCUSSION. THE DRIVER REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION IN THE EMERGENCY ROOM. DRIVER WAS DIAGNOSED WITH A CONCUSSION AND UPON FURTHER CARE A TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY. THE DRIVER HAS SUSTAINED VISION LOSS AND HEARING LOSS/TINNITUS REQUIRING HEARING AIDS. THE ACCIDENT OCCURRED ON A CITY STREET WHILE THE HYUNDAI WAS IN MOTION HEADED STRAIGHT AT APPROXIMATELY 20-25 MPH. THE AT FAULT VEHICLE, A FULL SIZE FORD SUV WAS DRIVING IN EXCESS OF THE SPEED LIMIT AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH. THE ACCIDENT WAS WITNESSED BY THE CITY OF PORTLAND FIRE ENGINE COMPANY AND RESCUE TEAM. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. APPROXIMATELY $6,000 IN DAMAGES OCCURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE HYUNDAI DEALERSHIP FOR FURTHER DIAGNOSTICS AT A RATE OF $128 PER HOUR AND WAS QUOTED AT LEAST 2.5 HOURS TO ASSESS THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAS ONLY 44,000 MILES AND HAS BEEN MAINTAINED AS SCHEDULED.

Jan 10, 2019

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE

3 complaints

I have replaced the lights and battery many times and something keeps draining it. The outside brake lights sometimes stay on. So does the front running lights. The car sometimes wants to stall and when I press on the gas pedal it finally catches but still seems like it is going to shut down. The steering column has a really bad clicking in it and doesn’t seem to be tight anymore.

Mar 27, 2023

I OWN A HYUNDAI 2013 ELANTRA AND I HAVE HAD SEVERAL ISSUES WITH THIS CAR. THE CAR HAS SEVERAL TIMES REFUSED TO START AND THE BREAK PAD GETS STUCK AND I CAN'T MOVE THE CAR OUT OF PARK. I'VE HAD TO CALL THE TOW TRUCK SEVERAL TIMES AND THE ONLY WAY TO MAKE THE CAR START AGAIN IS TO MANUALLY SHIFT IT INTO NEUTRAL. THIS IS A HUGE SAFETY HAZARD, THE CAR ALMOST RAN OVER ME, ONCE WHEN I DIDNT APPLY THE EMERGENCY BREAK ON WHEN THE PERSON WAS MANUALLY PUTTING THE CAR IN NEUTRAL!!!! ADDITIONALLY, THE CAR SHAKES. I TOOK IT IN TO THE DEALERSHIP AND BECAUSE IT WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY THEY INSPECTED IT. ONCE I CAME BACK THEY SAID THAT THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE, AND THAT THE SHAKING WAS DUE TO THE POWER OF THE MOTOR, THAT I NEEDED TO GET USE TO IT!! I'VE HAD TO ALSO REPLACE MY TIRES BECAUSE THEY SEEM TO WEAR OFF, AND I CAN'T DRIVE THE VEHICLE OVER ANYTHING WITHOUT SWERVING. I'VE HAD THE CAR ALIGNED AND MY CAR STILL SWERVES/PULLS TO THE LEFT! THERE NEEDS TO BE A RECALL ON THIS CAR!! I CANT GET MY CAR FIXED BECAUSE THE DEALERSHIP CANT FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH IT! I AM NOW STUCK MAKING CAR PAYMENTS TO A LEMON CAR! I'VE HAD TWO ACCIDENTS ON THIS CAR ALREADY ONE I REPORTED TO THE MY INSURANCE AND THEY WERE ABLE TO FIX IT. THERE WAS A TIRE ON THE HIGHWAY AND I WAS TOO SCARE TO SWIRVE THE CAR TO AVOID IT BECAUSE I KNOW THE CAR CANT HANDLE SOMETHING LIKE THAT. SO I HAD TO GET THE IMPACT OF IT. PLEASE RECALL THIS CAR!

Nov 05, 2015

Crash: 1

SNOW PREDICTED. LEFT HOME TO GO RUN ERRANDS AT 9:30 AM, CAR LOOKED SHOWROOM NEW, GOT 1/2 MILE, CAR PULLED ITSELF RIGHT (AS IT HAS PREVIOUSLY) AND BUMPED A SMALL TREE, NO DAMAGE. CAR BACKED UP TO ROADSIDE 10', CAR CUT ITSELF OFF (AS IT HAD BEFORE), WINDSHIELD WENT FROM 30 DEGREES TO 450 DEGREES IN 3 SECONDS. I LEFT MY PURSE (WITH $1200 IN IT) AND EVERYTHING AND FLED ACROSS ROAD TO SAVE MY LIFE. ASKED MAN THERE IF HE HAD A FIRE EXTINQUISHER, HE DIDN'T, ASKED ME TO STAY BECAUSE IT WAS SO COLD, AND I SAID NO, I WANTED TO CHECK MY CAR AND IN THAT 60 SECONDS, I WALKED OUT AND STOOD IN HIS DRIVEWAY AND CAR WAS TOTALLY A BLAZE. IT HAPPENED SO QUICKLY I WOULD NOT HAVE SURVIVED HAD I NOT FLED THE VEHICLE THE CAR FROM DAY 2 RARELY CRANKED, OFTEN CUT OFF GOING 5-55 MPH, PULLED OFF ROAD TO RIGHT, AND SCARED ME SPEECHLESS. LIKE IT WAS HAUNTED AND DROVE ITSELF. I ONLY HAD IT 4 MONTHS. IT WAS A DEATH TRAP AND SHOULD NEVER HAVE BEEN PUT ON THE HIGHWAY. FOR SOME REASON, I GOT ARRESTED, I WAS TOTALLY SOBER AND HAD NO MEDICATION IN MY SYSTEM. TROOPER HAD A BREATH ALYZER, NEVER USED IT. CUFFED ME VERY TIGHTLY, READ ME NO RIGHTS, AND TOOK ME TO STATION ENTRANCE. HE GRABBED MY ARM AND DREW BLOOD (ILLEGALLY) , NO PHONE CALL, FINALLY READ MY RIGHTS, AND DENIED ME SEEING MY LAWYER 3 TIMES. ILLEGALLY. FOR 3 DAYS & NIGHTS, I WAS NEVER ALLOWED A PHONE CALL OR CODE, AM DISABLED AND HAVE OSTEOPOROSIS & HAD TO SLEEP ON A 1/4" OF FLAT PLYWOOD, THOUGH MY JOINTS DON'T TOUCH, I HAVE RESTLESS LEG SYNDROME & MUST SLEEP ELEVATED, IT WAS IMPOSSIBLE. I ALSO WENT WITHOUT ANY OF MY PRESCRIPTIONS 3 DAYS. ALL BECAUSE THIS SCARY CAR BURNED TO BENT METAL WITH NO DASH, NO ENGINE OR PARTS, NO TIRES, SEATS, NOTHING. SO NOT ONLY WAS I IN SHOCK, OUT OF ANY CONTACT WITHOUT MY PRESCRIPTIONS, AND HAD TO PAY $475 BOND, THOUGH I ONLY GET $969 , THIS CAR RUINED MY LIFE OVER A YEAR AGO, AND I HAVEN'T HAD A CAR SINCE.

May 14, 2015

Fire: 1

STRUCTURE,VISIBILITY/WIPER

3 complaints

I have an issue with my paint peeling off the hood and other parts of my car in large sections during rain and high winds adhering to the windshield hindering my field of vision at times. This has forced me to stop the vehicle on the roadside and remove it in order for me to continue. The paint peeling on the pearl white vehicles is a known issue since 2010. I've contacted the manufacturer numerous times over the past two years and they basically told me that they already knew about it and oh well. There's nothing they're going to do because the warranty has expired.

Mar 02, 2022

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ANYWHERE AT 35 MPH OR MORE WITH THE SUNROOF TILTED OR OPEN, MASSIVE AMOUNTS OF AIR COME THROUGH DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW TO THE INSIDE OF CAR. THIS MAKES IT IMPOSSIBLE TO HEAR EMERGENCY SIRENS OR YOUR STEREO. THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD!!

Jul 25, 2019

DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY WITH LIGHT RAIN. TEMPERATURE APPROX 34 DEGREES. WHILE AT SPEED LIMIT (65MPH) THE MOON-ROOF EXPLODED! NOT SIMPLY SHATTERED BUT EXPLODED. (INSIDE 'SUN' COVER WAS OPEN AT THE TIME) THERE WERE NO OTHER CARS ON THE ROAD WITHIN 1/2 MILE OF ME. I DID NOT JUST PASS UNDER A BRIDGE AND NO CONSTRUCTION ON THE ROADWAY AT THE TIME OF THE EXPLOSION. ALMOST LOST CONTROL OF CAR BUT MANAGED TO MAINTAIN UNTIL I COULD PULL OVER ON SIDE OF ROADWAY. SUFFERED MINOR CUTS TO SCALP, FACE AND NECK (NOTHING THAT REQUIRED HOSPITALIZATION). SIGNIFICANT SHARDS OF GLASS THROUGHOUT THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR AND SOME MINOR DAMAGE TO PAINT SURFACE FROM SHARDS OF GLASS HITTING THE OUTSIDE OF THE CAR; REAR ROOF OF CAR AND REAR DECK LID OF TRUNK. LODGED COMPLAIN WITH CORPORATE HYUNDAI (HAVE CASE NUMBER), ALSO WENT TO LOCAL HYUNDAI DEALERSHIP GAVE THEM CASE NUMBER AND HAD THEM TAKE PHOTOS. DEALERSHIP INITIAL REACTION IS THAT GLASS IS NOT COVERED. THEY SUSPECT THE DROPPING TEMPERATURE MAY HAVE HAD SOMETHING TO DO WITH IT. I HAVE ESCALATED MY CLAIM WITH HYUNDAI CORPORATE; ASKING UNDER THE CIRCUMSTANCES THAT THIS IS OBVIOUSLY A MANUFACTURE DEFECT, THAT THEY COVER ALL COSTS OF REPAIR. AWAITING THEIR RESPONSE. *TR

Mar 02, 2015

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE

3 complaints

The car experienced (1) poor acceleration, (2) check engine light come on, (3) engine stalling, (4) Tachometer drops to zero. It was first found the MAP sensor was faulty. After the sensor was replaced, the car ran but stalled again intermittently. It was found the problem was caused by crank shaft position sensor (fault code P0335). After the senor was replaced about three weeks ago, the car has been running fine.

Jun 27, 2021

I'M WRITING TO NOTIFY YOU OF MY REOCCURRING ISSUE ON MY 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. UPON PURCHASING MY VEHICLE ON OR ABOUT 5,000 MILES, MY CAR WOULD HAVE FALSE STARTS. I BROUGHT THE ISSUE UP DURING ONE OF MY EARLY MAINTENANCE VISITS AT DANBURY HYUNDAI WHICH WAS ON DECEMBER 1, 2012, IN WHICH THEY STATED TO ME THAT THEY WERE MY HEADLIGHTS. ANY INDIVIDUAL WITH COMMON SENSE KNOWS TRANSMISSION AND STARTER ISSUES HAVE NO CORRELATION TO HEADLIGHTS. IN ANY EVENT, MY CAR BEGAN NOT IGNITING AT ALL ON OR ABOUT 56,000 MILES (VIDEO FOOTAGE OF THIS WILL BE PROVIDED IF NEEDED). PRIOR TO THIS, IT WOULD HAVE FALSE STARTS OCCASIONALLY THROUGHOUT THE YEAR BUT NEVER ON A DAILY BASIS UNTIL RECENTLY. I'VE HAD MY CAR TOWED TWICE IN THE MONTH OF AUGUST TO DANBURY HYUNDAI AND BOTH OCCASIONS THEY SAID THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO FOR ME. AS YOU CAN IMAGINE, HAVING LEMON OF A CAR SINCE THE PURCHASE IS EXTREMELY FRUSTRATING AND I WARN EVERYONE AROUND ME TO NEVER PURCHASE A HYUNDAI UNLESS YOU WANT TO PUMP YOUR GAS AND WAIT AN HOUR FOR YOUR CAR TO START, IF THAT'S THE KIND OF RELIABILITY YOU WANT THEN GO FOR IT. ON SEPTEMBER 9TH, 2015, MY CAR WAS RETURNED TO ME AND WAS WORKING PROPERLY UNTIL YESTERDAY SEPTEMBER 16TH. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT AT 4:08 P.M. LEAVING WORK MY CAR WOULD NOT RECOGNIZE THE GEARS AND WOULD NOT START AND AT 7:19P.M. THE SAME ISSUE OCCURRED. GOOGLE SEARCH YIELDED OTHERS WITH MY CAR WHO HAVE THE SAME ISSUE! THESE ARE BRAND NEW CARS BEING ISSUED!! HTTP://WWW.CARCOMPLAINTS.COM/HYUNDAI/ELANTRA/2013/ELECTRICAL/ENGINE_WONT_TURNOVER_WONT_START.SHTML HTTP://WWW.HYUNDAI-FORUMS.COM/MD-2011-PRESENT-ELANTRA-SEDAN-COUPE/161056-2013-ELANTRA-WILL-NOT-START.HTML HTTP://WWW.CARGURUS.COM/CARS/DISCUSSION-T40609_DS554427

Sep 17, 2015

I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE IN JUNE 2013. I HAD NO COMPLAINTS UNTIL JULY OF 2014, WHEREIN MY CAR PICKS AND CHOOSES WHEN TO START. I HAVE LOOKED ONLINE AND THERE ARE MANY OTHERS WHO SEEM TO HAVE THIS COMPLAINT. I FINALLY GAVE IN ON AUG. 24, AFTER MY CAR SAT FOR TWO DAYS BECAUSE I COULD NOT GET IT TO START. I CALLED THE HYUNDAI 24 HOUR ROADSIDE AND HAD THEM TOW IT TO THE NEAREST DEALERSHIP. THE TOW TRUCK DRIVER INITIALLY TRIED TO START IT, AND IT DIDN'T. HE POPPED THE BUTTON NEAREST THE TOP OF THE SHIFTER AND PRESSED IT IN, AND PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL, IT THEN STARTED BUT SPUTTERED LIKE IT WANTED TO TURN OFF. HE WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE CAR ONTO THE TOW TRUCK. THE NEXT MORNING, I SPOKE WITH THE MECHANIC AT THE DEALERSHIP WHO INDICATED THAT THE CAR WAS STARTING FOR THEM JUST FINE. HE SAID THERE ARE SO MANY SENSORS THAT IT COULD BE ONE, BUT THEY WOULDN'T KNOW WHERE TO START AS THERE ARE SO MANY AND COULD NOT MAKE AN EDUCATED GUESS. HE WANTED TO KEEP IT OVERNIGHT TO SEE IF IT WOULD ACT UP FOR THEM. IT IS NOW 2PM TWO DAYS LATER AND THE MECHANIC CLAIMS THERE IS STILL NO ISSUE, HE SAID THEY HAVE LET IT RUN ALL MORNING AND IT IS FINE. THIS HAS BECOME RIDICULOUS, ESPECIALLY WHEN I SEE SO MANY OTHERS WITH THE SAME COMPLAINT, YET NOTHING BEING DONE. HELP, NHTSA! *TR

Aug 26, 2014

AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS

3 complaints

I have only had this car for three months. Two weeks ago the Air Bag light OFF kept appearing while driving. Then 3 days ago the driver side seat belt locked. It will NOT release. I have read a lot of forums from many others with the same problem from Hyundai cars. The dealership charges 500-1500$ just to fix 1 seatbelt. Its a safety problem as well as fraud.

Jun 22, 2021

AIR BAG LIGHT WONT GO OFF... AND SEAT BELT FELL OUT OF THE ADJUSTER

Aug 15, 2020

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE IDLING AT A STOP LIGHT, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED AND THE SEAT BELT FAILED TO RESTRAIN THE CONTACT. THE VISOR FELL DOWN AND PARTIALLY PREVENTED FURTHER HEAD INJURY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED HIP BRUISING, BACK PAIN, RIGHT LEG PAIN, FACE ABRASIONS, AND WRIST PAIN (MAINLY THE LEFT WRIST). MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS REQUIRED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE INSURANCE COMPANY TOWED THE VEHICLE TO SENN'S COLLISION REPAIR CENTER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC OR A DEALER CONCERNING THE AIR BAG AND SEAT BELT FAILURE. WITHIN A WEEK, THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE CRASH AND STATED THAT AN INVESTIGATION COULD TAKE UP TO SIX WEEKS OR LONGER. THE CONTACT WAS WAITING ON A RESPONSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V115000 (AIR BAGS AND STRUCTURE). THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 83,000.

May 10, 2018

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

3 complaints

CERTAIN STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS -- INCLUDING THE VOLUME CONTROLS AND BLUETOOTH PHONE CONTROLS -- STOPPED WORKING. A FEW MONTHS LATER, MORE STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS -- SUCH AS OTHER AUDIO AND MEDIA CONTROLS -- STOPPED WORKING. A YEAR LATER, THE ABILITY TO CHANGE THE STEERING TENSION, FROM COMFORT TO NORMAL TO SPORT, STOPPED WORKING. WITHIN THE PAST YEAR, THE CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS ON THE STEERING WHEEL HAVE STOPPED WORKING, AND THE RED AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON CONTINUOUSLY. ALTHOUGH HYUNDAI HAS ISSUED A RECALL FOR CERTAIN 2011-2014 ELANTRA VEHICLES, AND MY VEHICLE MEETS THAT YEAR RANGE AND MODEL, THE DEALERSHIP WILL NOT COVER REPLACING THE AIRBAG CLOCK SPRING ASSEMBLY BECAUSE MY VIN DOES NOT MATCH THEIR CRITERIA. AS SUCH, THE DEALERSHIP HAS QUOTED $480 TO FIX MY VEHICLE'S AIRBAG CLOCK SPRING ASSEMBLY. IF MY VEHICLE EXPERIENCES THE SAME AIRBAG SAFETY ISSUES THAT COVERED VEHICLES HAVE EXPERIENCED AND WHICH PROMPTED THE RECALL, MY VEHICLE ALSO SHOULD BE COVERED UNDER THE EXTENDED CLOCK SPRING WARRANTY.

May 12, 2021

AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON AND BUTTONS ON STEERING WHEEL NO LONGER WORK. MANY OTHER ELANTRA OWNERS HAVE MADE COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS BUT NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE. THEY WANT ME TO PAY TO FIX A SAFETY ISSUE WITH THE AIR BAGS AND IT HAPPENED BEFORE I HIT 60000 BUT COULDN'T GET IN UNTIL LATER SO THEY USED THAT TO NOT FIX IT ON THERE ON DIME.

Jul 22, 2020

I AM NOT SURE IF THIS IS RELATED TO TAKATA RECALL. BUT THE ELECTRONICS CONTROLLING THE AIR BAG AND CRUISE CONTROL ARE NOT FUNCTIONING! THE POOR DESIGN OF THE STEERING COVERS SQUEEZE THE WIRES THAT ARE BENT INTO THE CONNECTOR CAUSING THESE CIRCUITS NOT TO FUNCTION. AT THIS POINT, THE RED LIGHT FOR THE AIR-BAG IS ON ALL THE TIME WHICH MEANS THE IT WILL NOT DEPLOY CAUSING SERIOUS DAMAGE. THIS STEERING COVER DESIGN IS COMMON ON ALL ELANTRA MODELS SO WE SUSPECT THE PROBLEM COULD IMPACT SIGNIFICANT NUMBER OF CARS. I MANAGED TO TEST THE PROBLEM, BUT PULLING THE COVER OFF AND TESTING THE WIRES. WHEN THE COVER IS PULL AWAY FROM THE BODY OF THE STEERING, THE CIRCUIT FOR THE CRUISE CONTROL WORKS! HYUNDAI SHOULD RE-LOCATE THE PLUG WHERE THESE WIRES ARE CONNECTED FURTHER LOWER TO AVOID THESE WIRES GETTING SQUEEZED. AND FOR THE CURRENT MODELS, A SHORTER CONNECTOR COULD REMEDY THIS PROBLEM BY PREVENTING THE WIRES FROM GETTING SQUEEZED.

Oct 09, 2018

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES

3 complaints

BRAKES DON'T WANT TO STOP EVEN AFTER I'VE GOT THEM REPAIRED BRAKE LIGHTS KEEP GOING OUT EVEN AFTER THE BULBS HAS BEEN REPLACED

Dec 24, 2020

THEYRE WAS A RECALL ON,MY BRAKES IN 2016 THE HYUNDAI SHOP SAID IT WAS ALREADY FIXED AND NOW I HAVE TO PAY BUT IT HAS MESSED UP AGAIN I HAVE NO BRAKE LIGHTS.I DIDN'T TV NOTICE IF I,BOUGHT IT THIS WAY OR JUST HAPPENED

Mar 16, 2018

PARKING LIGHTS WON'T TURN OFF, CAR WON'T START WITHIN MINUTES/SECONDS LATER, HAD 7 ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE TO JUMP START ME IN TWO MONTHS, PLUS OTHERS FROM SECURITY GUARDS, ETC. MY CAR IS ON RECALL FOR THESE PROBLEMS, JUST MY VIN NUMBER ISN'T, THE HYUNDAI-IT DIES WITHIN SECONDS.IT HAPPENS WHEN I AM WAITING IN MY CAR, NO ENGINE ON, WHEN I RUN THE RADIO ENGINE OFF, ALWAYS AFTER THE ENGINE IS OFF, WITH OR WITHOUT RADIO PLAYING OR EVERYTHING IS SHUT OFF, IT HAPPENS--MY PARKING LIGHTS STAY ON UNLESS I GET OUT OF THE CAR, OPEN THE DOOR, AND LOCK IT IMMEDIATELY IF I TAKE A FEW STEPS AND COME BACK TO LOCK IT, IT'S ALREADY DEAD, HAS LEFT ME AT WORK, SCHOOL, IN MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT, EVERYWHERE, ANYWHERE, ENGINE CUTS OF AND ON WHEN TAKING OFF OR MAKING A SLOW CURVE, CAR DIES WHILE PARKED DEALERSHIP SAID THEY COULD APPROVE MY ISSUES TO BE FIXED BECAUSE NO RECALL ON MY VIN # BUT I HAVE NO CAR HALF THE TIME ENGINE CUTS OFF AND ON WHILE DRIVING, BRAKES GRIND STRANGE NOISE. *TR

Jan 16, 2017

ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

3 complaints

2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE STATIONARY, IN CITY STREET, TURNING OR NOT NOT TURNING, UNCONTROLLED ENGINE RACING TO AT LEAST 5000 RPM. TO STOP RACING WITHOUT AN ACCIDENT, I HAVE TO PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL AND A) ENGINE SPEED MAY GO BACK TO NORMAL OR B) REPEATEDLY STEP ON GAS PEDAL TO DISENGAGE RACING ENGINE. OR C) TURN OFF ENGINE KEY AND TRY TO RESTART. THIS HAS OCCURRED NUMEROUS TIMES

Sep 21, 2020

I'VE BEEN DRIVING THIS VEHICLE AS A SECONDARY OWNER SINCE 64K MILES, IT'S NOW AT ABOUT 71K. I KEEP UP WITH MAINTENANCE REGULARLY, BUT LATELY IT'S DEVELOPED A BIT OF A NOTICEABLE TICKING ESPECIALLY WHEN COLD, AND IDLES PRETTY ROUGH WHEN COLD, SEEMS TO GET BETTER AS THE VEHICLE HEATS UP. 3 TIMES, ALL SPACED OUT BY A COUPLE OF MONTHS I'VE ALSO EXPERIENCE A REFUSAL TO START, TRYING AGAIN USUALLY GETS IT TO START BUT ONE OF THOSE TIMES IT ALMOST SOUNDED LIKE IT WAS MISFIRING SINCE IT SEEMED TO STUMBLE AND NEARLY STALL. I'VE TAKEN IT TO TWO SHOPS AND NOT ONE OF THEM AND HAS BEEN ABLE TO DETERMINE THE UNDERLYING ISSUE LIKE IT'S NOT EVEN THERE, ONE OF THEM ONLY SUGGESTED A BATTERY REPLACEMENT WHICH FUNNY ENOUGH SEEMED TO HELP IT UNTIL RECENTLY, WILL BE TAKING TO HYUNDAI SOON PERHAPS BUT I SEE A TREND OF VERY SIMILAR SYMPTOMS ON HERE.

Oct 14, 2019

I'M HAVING SERIOUS ENGINE PROBLEMS AT ONLY 44K MILES INCLUDING FAILED IGNITION COILS & SPARKPLUGS-NOW ENGINE STILL MISFIRING & COILS GOING BAD ONE AT A TIME. I'M A SINGLE MOTHER & CANNOT AFFORD ENGINE REPAIRS ESPECIALLY WITH THIS LOW OF MILEAGE ON THE VEHICLE & AFTER JUST PURCHASING IT USED FROM CARMAX IN AMHERST, NY AT END OF JANUARY, 2019. I WAS TOLD BY THE REPAIR SHOP THAT THE IGNITION COILS ARE DEFECTIVE. THANK YOU.

May 13, 2019

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES

3 complaints

I HAD A ACCIDENT TRIED TO BRAKE QUICK MY BRAKES SKIPPED AND I ENDED UP HITTING A VAN BECAUSE I COULDN'T STOP

Aug 17, 2020

Crash: 1

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AS THE BRAKE PEDAL FAILED TO ENGAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO PATRICK HYUNDAI (1020 E GOLF RD #1, SCHAUMBURG, IL 60173) WHERE DIAGNOSTIC TESTING WAS BEING PERFORMED, BUT NO REPAIRS WERE COMPLETED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND VERIFIED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR THE VIN. THE DIAGNOSIS RESULTS WERE NOT PROVIDED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 32,000. *TT

Jun 04, 2018

IN DECEMBER 2017 & JANUARY 2018 ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS THE CARS ABS LIGHT CAME ON FOR NO APPARENT REASON AND THE CAR WOULD NOT STOP AS IF THE BRAKES WERE NOT APPLIED AT ALL. A VIBRATION WAS NOTICED LIKE THE BRAKES WOULD IN A SKIDDING SITUATION BUT THAT WAS NOT THE CASE. THE FAILURE RESULTED IN A COUPLE FEW CALLS AND FINALLY AN ACCIDENT . IT WAS BROUGHT TO THE HYUNDAI DEALERSHIP WHERE WE WERE TOLD THERE WERE NO FAILURES OR CODES IN THE COMPUTER TO INDICATE A PROBLEM. A WEEK LATER WE RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FROM HYUNDAI - NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 17V-769 (HYUNDAI CAMPAIGN 170). THIS WAS THE STOPPER PAD RECALL AND IT DID FIX THE PROBLEM. LOOKING AT THE INVOICE FROM THE DEALER THE RECALL WAS DONE BUT WE WERE NEVER TOLD IT WAS RELATED TO THE PROBLEM. THE RECALL NOTICE DID NOT SEEM TO PROPERLY STATE THE SERIOUS RISK OF THE PROBLEM. IT DID STATE IT COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH BUT ALSO STATED "A DETERIORATED STOPPER PAD DOES NOT AFFECT THE PERFORMANCE OF THE VEHICLE'S SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM". THIS WAS FOUND OBVIOUSLY TO NOT BE TRUE. I BELIEVE THE NOTICE SHOULD HAVE STATED NOT TO DRIVE THE CAR UNTIL THE RECALL WAS COMPLETED. WE WERE LUCKY NOT TO BE INJURED BUT THE CAR DID HAVE OVER A THOUSAND IN DAMAGE. WE CALLED AND EMAILED THE MANUFACTURER BUT NEVER RECEIVED A RESPONSE.

May 01, 2018

Crash: 1

AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

3 complaints

THE CLOCK SPRING CONTACT ASSEMBLY FOR THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) HAS BECOME DAMAGED THROUGH USAGE OVER TIME. THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT EXPERIENCES A HIGH RESISTANCE CONDITION, CAUSING THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG TO NOT DEPLOY. THE CLOCK SPRING DEVELOPS HIGH RESISTANCE, IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE DRIVERS AIR BAG WILL NOT DEPLOY AND WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY PROTECT THE DRIVER, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURIES. HYUNDAI HAS ISSUED A RECALL/TSB FOR THE 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA SEDAN, BUT NOT THE HATCHBACK WHICH UTILIZES THE EXACT SAME PART. THE REPAIR COST IS ALMOST $500 AT THE DEALER AND BECAUSE THE REPAIR INVOLVES REMOVING THE AIRBAG AND REMOVING THE STEERING WHEEL IT POSES A SAFETY RISK FOR SHADE TREE MECHANICS. THE ATTACHED TSB SHOULD ALSO APPLY TO THE ELANTRA HATCHBACK AS WELL,

Aug 11, 2020

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ENTERING THE VEHICLE AND DRIVING OUT OF THE PARKING LOT AT 3 MPH, THE VEHICLE UNINTENDEDLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT THEN CRASHED INTO FOUR PARKED VEHICLES AND A FEW PARKING SIGNS. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUFFERED A BROKEN PATELLA ON THEIR RIGHT LEG, THEY HAD A BAD ABRASION ON THEIR LEFT LEG, A HEMATOMA ON THEIR SKULL AND BLACK EYES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE CONTACT WAS THE ONLY ONE IN THEIR VEHICLE AT THE TIME OF THE FAILURE. THERE WAS NO ONE ELSE IN THE OTHER VEHICLES THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS CURRENTLY INSPECTING THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT CALLED HYUNDAI OF ASHVILLE (860 TUNNEL RD, ASHEVILLE, NC 28805 (828) 298-4911) HOWEVER, THE CONTACT'S INSURANCE COMPANY INSTRUCTED THEM TO NOT CALL THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000.

Aug 19, 2019

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

WAS ABOUT 2 TENTHS OF A MILE FROM A STOP SIGN. AS I WAS BEGINNING TO MAKE MY APPROACH, THE CAR ACCELERATED, LURCHED FORWARD AND SPED ACROSS A FOUR LANE HIGHWAY BEFORE I COULD REACT. THE CAR WAS T-BONED ON THE PASSENGERS SIDE. THE IMPACT STRAIGHTENED MY VEHICLES TRAJECTORY FROM 90 DEGREES TO ABOUT 30 TO 45 DEGREES. I THEN IMPACTED A GUARDRAIL WITH A SOMEWHAT NEARLY HEAD-ON ANGLE. AFTER I WENT THROUGH THE GUARDRAIL I THEN IMPACTED A TREE HEAD-ON WHICH BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO A STOP. MY PASSENGER'S SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS DEPLOYED BUT THE FRONT (DASH) AIR BAGS DID NOT. MY PASSENGER RECEIVED A BROKEN COLLAR BONE, FRACTURED RIB, SCALP LACERATIONS (STITCHES), A CONCUSSION AND MULTIPLE BRUISES FROM HEAD TO TOE. *TR

Aug 08, 2013

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

STEERING,SUSPENSION,WHEELS

3 complaints

THE REAR END OF THE CAR JUMPS AROUND AND FEELS UNSTABLE IN WIND OR ON WET OR UNEVEN SURFACES. IT FEELS LIKE I COULD EASILY LOSE CONTROL, VERY FRIGHTENING. I HAVE 4/32 TIRE TREAD LEFT ON 60K MICHELINS AFTER ONLY 32K MILES DRIVEN. THE FIRST SET OF TIRES LASTED ONLY 28K. THIS FORM WILL NOT LET ME PROCEED WITHOUT A DATE, BUT THIS IS A CONTINUOUS PROBLEM, NOT A ONE TIME THING.

Mar 13, 2017

I PURCHASED THIS CAR IN JULY 2014. A. 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA AND AFTER 3 WEEKS THE FRONT PASSENGER TIRE WENT OUT AFTER BARELY HITTING CURB AROUND BY SEPTEMBER 2014, THE DRIVERS TIRE WAS DEFLATING REPLACED. ON 2/10/2015 THE TIRE IN REAR WENT OUT WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY, THE DEALERSHIP SAYS IT COULD BECAUSE A NAIL GOT INTO THE TIRE AND CAUSED THE PROBLEM. IT JUST SEEMS A BIT UNUSUAL FOR 3 TIRES IN LESS THAN A YEAR OF OWNING THIS VEHICLE, WHICH WAS NEW PURCHASED JULY 2014. 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. *TR

Feb 11, 2015

Fire: 1

VEHICLE FISHTAILS AND SWAYS WHEN HITTING A BUMP OR A SEAM IN THE ROAD. THIS HAPPENS EVERY TIME. YESTERDAY EVENING I HIT A SEAM IN THE ROAD ON A CURVE (DRY PAVEMENT) AND IT THREW ME INTO THE OTHER LANE. I'M GRATEFUL THERE WAS NOT A CAR IN THE OTHER LANE IT WOULD HAVE CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. DEALERSHIP STATES THERE IS NO RECALL OR KNOWN ISSUE BUT THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS CHARACTERISTIC OF THIS VEHICLE AND IT'S GOING TO CAUSE GREAT INJURY TO AN OWNER OR PASSENGER. IN RESEARCHING THIS PROBLEM THERE ARE MANY OTHER 2013 ELANTRA OWNERS EXPERIENCING THIS SAME ISSUE. *TR

Apr 23, 2014

VISIBILITY,VISIBILITY/WIPER

3 complaints

WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT AROUND 70MPH I HEARD A LOUD BANG UPON LOOKING AROUND REALIZED MY SUNROOF HAD BLOWN OUTWARD FROM THE CENTER. I KNOW NOTHING HIT IT FROM THE INSIDE AND NOTHING FELL ON TOP OF IT EITHER. I WAS LEFT DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY WITH A LARGE HOLE IN THE MIDDLE OF MY SUNROOF WITH CRACKED GLASS ALL ALONG THE SIDES. *TR

Jan 30, 2017

I HEARD AN EXPLOSION AND STARTED FEELING SOMETHING FALLING DOWN ON ME AS I WAS DRIVING. I LOOKED UP TO SEE THE SUNROOF PART OF MY PANORAMIC ROOF HAD SHATTERED AND SHARDS OF GLASS WERE FALLING DOWN ON ME. THIS WAS IN THE MORNING, NOTHING ABOVE ME OR AROUND ME, NO TRUCKS.. JUST A RANDOM BREAK. I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD TO CONTACT MY INSURANCE. I LOOKED ONLINE AND SEE THERE HAVE BEEN MANY ISSUES WITH THE SUNROOFS DOING THE SAME THING ON DIFFERENT MODELS. THE DEALERSHIP IS ORDERING THE REPLACEMENT RIGHT NOW. *TR

Aug 17, 2013

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF SUDDENLY SHATTERED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 1,900. *TR

May 13, 2013

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

3 complaints

THE SHEET THAT CAME WITH THE CAR SAYS 28 MPG IN CITY DRIVING. I GET 20-21 IN THE CITY. WHEN I TAKE IT TO AUTOMAX HYUNDAI THEY DO A ROAD MILEAGE TEST AND SAY IT GET 42 MPG. I TELL THEM THAT I AM NOT CONCERNED WITH ROAD MILEAGE SINCE I ONLY DO CITY DRIVING. THEY DO NOT HAVE EQUIPMENT NECESSARY TO CHECK CITY MILEAGE AND ARE NOT CONCERNED AT ALL ABOUT MY CITY MILEAGE PROBLEM. *TR

Aug 12, 2014

I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE BASED ON THE GAS MILEAGE RATING AND THE 5 STAR SAFETY RATING. I TRADED A 2012 VW PASSAT SE FOR THE ELANTRA GT. THE ELANTRA COST $5,000 LESS, BUT THE INSURANCE IS $600 MORE ANNUALLY. THE VW WAS RATED 31 MPG HIGHWAY, BUT AVERAGED 33+ MPG HIGHWAY: THE ELANTRA WAS RATED AT 37 MPG HIGHWAY, BUT AT 4 DIFFERENT SPEEDS (RESETTING THE INDICATOR BETWEEN SPEEDS), THE BEST MILEAGE IS 32 MPG. TO MAKE MATTERS WORSE, THE CAR HAD TO BE REFUELED AT 400 MILES BECAUSE OF THE SMALL GAS TANK. NOT TOUTING THE VW, BUT I DROVE 540 BETWEEN FILLUPS. I AM SEEING A LOT OF HYUNDAI'S ON THE ROAD, BUT THIS CAR IS A BIG DISAPPOINTMENT. THE NHTSA HAS A 5 STAR SAFETY RATING, SO WHY DOES MY INSURANCE COST MORE? HOW CAN THE GOVERNMENT ALLOW A 37 MPG RATING ON A CAR THAT GETS AT BEST 32 MPG ON THE HIGHWAY? *TR

Oct 03, 2013

2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEALERSHIP FRAUDULENT TACTICS AND WANTS DEALERSHIP TO PURCHASE VEHICLE BACK. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED HE NEVER TEST DROVE THE VEHICLE AND THE PURCHASE WAS MADE STRICTLY ON THE CLAIM OF THE OUTSTANDING GAS MILEAGE THAT WAS POSTED ON THE STICKER ON THE WINDOW WHICH READ 34 MPG CITY AND 40 MPG HIGHWAY. THE CONSUMER STATED AFTER MAKING THE DEAL, THE GENERAL MANAGER INFORMED HIM THAT HYUNDAI WAS HAVING PROBLEM WITH THE VEHICLE MILEAGE ACTUALLY LIVING UP TO THE ADVERTISED FIGURES. THE CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER AND INFORMED THEM, THE VEHICLE WAS ONLY GETTING AN OVERALL MILEAGE OF 26 MPG. THE DEALER DROVE THE VEHICLE A 150 MILES, AND THEY CLAIMED THE VEHICLE WAS GETTING 34 MPG. THE CONSUMER DOCUMENTED THE ALL THE GAS MILEAGE, AND THE BEST WAS 28 MPG AND THE WORST WAS 25 MPG. THE CONSUMER ALSO NOTICED THE WINDOW STICKER WAS GONE WHEN HE ARRIVED HOME. AFTER REQUESTING A NEW STICKER FOR OVER SIX WEEKS, THE DEALER FINALLY GAVE HIM A STICKER. HOWEVER, THE GAS MILEAGE WAS DIFFERENT ON THE STICKER.

Mar 05, 2013

VISIBILITY,STRUCTURE

3 complaints

SUN ROOF (MOON ROOF) EXPLODED. WHILE TRAVELING AT 65 MPH, WITH THE SUN ROOF CLOSED AND THE INTERNAL CEILING SHADE CLOSED, AN EXTREMELY LOUD POP CAME FROM THE ROOF OF THE CAR. VERY LOUD! THEN, THE SOUND OF WIND AND BROKEN GLASS STREAMING OVER THE CAR AND ONTO THE CARS TRAVELING BEHIND US. WE PULLED OVER AND FOUND THE SUN ROOF SHATTERED FROM EDGE TO EDGE. WE MADE OUR WAY TO THE NEAREST HYUNDAI DEALER AND PERSUADED THEM TO VACUUM OUT THE GLASS. THEY TOLD US THAT THIS WAS DUE TO A ROCK HITTING THE TOP AND WOULD NOT BE COVERED BY THE WARRANTY. WE MADE OUR WAY HOME WITH NO TOP BUT TALKED TO MANY DIFFERENT HYUNDAI REPRESENTATIVES WHO ALL CLAIMED THAT THEY'D NEVER HEARD OF SUCH A THING. OUR SUBSEQUENT RESEARCH HAS SUGGESTED OTHERWISE. THIS IS A MAJOR CONCERN FOR THE SAFETY OF THOSE DRIVING AND OCCUPYING THESE CARS AND FOR THE OTHER DRIVERS ON THE ROAD AS WELL. *TR

Jul 30, 2014

DRIVING ON THE LOOP 101 AND HEARD A LOUD NOISE INSIDE THE CAR ALMOST LIKE A GUNSHOT, PULLED OVER AND NOTICED THAT THE SUNROOF HAD SHATTERED INTO TINY PIECES, IT WAS NOT EXTREMELY COLD AND I HAVE ONLY HAD THIS VEHICLE FOR 2 WEEKS. *TR

Feb 04, 2014

DRIVING ALONG AT 40MPH THERE WAS A LOUD EXPLOSION. THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF EXPLODED. STRESS CRACK ALONG ITS ENTIRE PERIMETER, SHATTERING GLASS, AND CREATING A CONVEX CRACK IN THE MIDDLE OF THE GLASS. THIS IS THE STATIC-NON-MOVABLE PART OF THE SUNROOF AND WAS CLOSED AT THE TIME. GLASS FRAGMENTS ENTERED INTERIOR OF VEHICLE. I HAVE BROUGHT THIS TO THE ATTENTION OF LOCAL DEALERSHIP AND HYUNDAI CONSUMER AFFAIRS. I HAVE ALSO NOTED THERE IS A RECALL WITH SAME ISSUE OF THE HYUNDAI VELOSTER AND OTHERS HAVE THE SAME EXPERIENCE WITH THE ELANTRA AS DOCUMENTED ON YOUR WEBSITE. THIS HAS BEEN DOCUMENTED WHEN BOTH VEHICLES DESCRIBED HAVE BEEN MOVING OR PARKED. OBVIOUSLY THE GLASS IS OF FAULT OR THERE IS A FLAW IN THE DESIGN PUTTING THE GLASS UNDER STRESS. I DO NOT FEEL SAFE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AND EXPECT HYUNDAI TO OFFER AN ENGINEERED SOLUTION AS I AM OF THE SAME DISCIPLINE. I HAVE PHOTOGRAPHS DOCUMENTING THE INCIDENT. DEALERSHIP IS PREPARED TO REPLACE GLASS. HOWEVER, I WORRY OF FUTURE INCIDENTS THAT COULD CREATE AN ACCIDENT RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH OR PERSONAL INJURY FROM FLYING GLASS. *TR

Feb 26, 2013

WHEELS,SERVICE BRAKES

2 complaints

Hi I recently brought my car in for recall repairs involving the ABS fuse and brake pedal stopper. Right after the service, my traction control light came on, and the car struggled to move forward. I took it to a mechanic who said the front brakes were locked. When I brought it back to your service center, I was told the hydraulic calipers were bad and that the brake pads and rotors were rubbing against each other. I was also told it’s just an "unfortunate coincidence." However, since I had no brake issues before the recall work, I’m very concerned that something may have gone wrong during the service.

Jun 23, 2025

OUR ELANTRA BEGAN MAKING GRINDING NOISES WHEN WE PRESSED ON THE BRAKE PEDAL THAT SOUNDED LIKE THE BRAKES OR ROTOR WERE DEFECTIVE. WHEN THE SHOP INSPECTED THE CAR, THEY SAID THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE NOISE, AND TOLD US THE CAR WAS IN PERFECT SHAPE. OVER THE NEXT FEW MONTHS, THE NOISE BECAME LOUDER WHEN BRAKING, PLUS IT BEGAN MAKING A WHUMP-WHUMP-WHUMP NOISE THAT APPEARED TO BE DIRECTLY RELATED TO THE SPEED AND ROTATION OF THE WHEELS. THE SOUND WOULD INCREASE WHEN WE STEERED THE CAR TO THE RIGHT, AND WOULD DECREASE WHEN WE STEERED LEFT. THE WHUMPS WERE BARELY AUDIBLE AT 5 MPH, BUT WERE OVERLY LOUD AT 40 MPH. I THOUGHT IT WAS PLASTIC TRIM FLUTTERING IN THE WIND, BUT COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING LOOSE. WHEN WE TOOK IT TO THE SHOP AGAIN, I THINK IN AUGUST, I TOLD THEM THE CAR WAS NOT DRIVABLE THAT THEY NEEDED TO FIND OUT WHAT WAS CAUSING THE WHUMP NOISES AND THE GRINDING NOISES WHEN WE APPLIED THE BRAKES. THIS TIME THEY FOUND THE PROBLEM WAS CAUSED BY THE BOLT HOLDING THE LEFT WHEEL COMING UNSCREWED. THEY TIGHTENED THE BOLT UNDER WARRANTY REPAIR SERVICE, AND THE CAR HAS NOT MADE THE WHUMP NOISE OR HAD GRINDING BRAKES SINCE THE REPAIR. I DOUBT THIS PROBLEM WAS LIMITED TO ONE CAR IN THE FLEET, AND I BELIEVE HYUNDAI SHOULD HAVE ISSUED AN ADVISORY TO THEIR SHOP MANAGERS TO BE WATCHING FOR THIS PROBLEM SO THAT IT WOULD HAVE BEEN FOUND AND CORRECTED THE FIRST TIME THAT WE TOOK THE CAR IN. *TR

Oct 19, 2014

WHEELS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

2 complaints

It seems like this vehicle was sold new in 2013 with 16" wheels, but the tire placard indicates 17" wheels. I can't prove it, but I'm pretty sure the wheels haven't been changed since the vehicle was driven off the dealer lot.

Jun 05, 2025

I BOUGHT MY 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA USED WITH OVER $60,000 MILES ALREADY DRIVEN. I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER FOR MY CAR AND TOOK IT TO THE HYUNDAI DEALER WHO WAS SUPPOSED TO FIX A SAFETY ISSUE WITH THE BRAKE SYSTEM. WHEN I GOT MY CAR BACK AFTER THE 'FREE REPAIR' I NOTICED A CLICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE LEFT WHEEL OR PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL. I TOLD THE DEALER WHO SAID I DON'T HAVE EXTENDED MAINTENANCE COVERAGE ON IT UNLESS I PURCHASE ONE WHICH I WAS QUOTED ANOTHER $300 PLUS A MONTH ON TO COVER REPAIRS. I AM PAYING $238.22 A MONTH ON TIME SINCE JUNE 2017 AND INSURANCE. DO I HAVE TO SPEND MORE THAN MY BUDGET FOR A CAR SOLD TO ME WITH THE PROMISE IT HAD NO PROBLEMS? I DON'T THINK IT'S RIGHT THAT I HAVE TAKEN OVER SOMEONE'S USED CAR THAT OBVIOUSLY I AM EXPECTED TO PAY FOR DOUBLE BECAUSE OF THE ISSUES THE CAR HAD AND WAS NOT DISCLOSED TO ME WHEN I BOUGHT IT. THE CLICKING SOUND ON THE WHEEL IS LOUD WHEN I AM DRIVING SLOWLY.

Oct 26, 2018

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE

2 complaints

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30-40 MPH, there was an abnormal tapping sound coming from the vehicle. While the vehicle was parked, the tapping sound continued. The engine and ABS warning lights were illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The dealer determined that a software update was needed. The dealer informed the contact they were waiting on a technician. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Mar 06, 2025

See attached document for complaint

Mar 15, 2024

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE

2 complaints

I was never informed through mail, email, or phone call about a potential fire hazard safety recall from Hyundai. In turn, due to my unawareness of the recall, my 2013 Elantra’s ABS pump had caught on fire, melted into the control module, and melted the ABS electrical harness to the module, short circuiting the ECU and starter as well.

Oct 10, 2024

Fire: 1

Due to the nature of the manufacturer's recall; (Hyundai Elantra 2013- Manufacturer Recall Number 251 "URGENT: FIRE RISK WHEN PARKED" & NHTSA Recall Number 23V651000) that has been issued to my car, I am now at risk and in danger, both physically and financially. This recall notice has made me aware that I can no longer park my car safely in my garage, nor in my driveway, without putting myself, my family and all neighbors residing in the surrounding houses at risk of causing a residual house fire. In addition, I fear for the safety of all innocent bystanders while driving this vehicle where other cars are present due to the fact that this potentially immanent electrical shortage may occur while parked or driving on the street. Since this issue has caused me to take these measures to protect myself and others, I have come to the realization that I must now look into selling and replacing my beloved car, however as stated above, the urgent recall notice that now exists on this vehicle will make it impossible to obtain a fair asking price from any potential buyers, leaving me unable to compensate for the financial investments I've made in regards to purchasing and maintaining this vehicle over the years. This issue now deems my car essentially worthless in its current state, and with no remedy available, I'm unable to sell this vehicle for any sum that's close to the fair market value that I deserve. Thus far, I have been fortunate enough to not experience any malfunctions that have led to a fire, BUT with a remedy not being available to solve this issue I'm left with the constant stress & fear that I may cause harm to myself or others by simply going about my daily tasks, and have no way to financially recover from the necessary purchase of a substitute vehicle that is required for me to get to work, tend to my family, and ultimately pay my bills. I hope I have made you aware how crucial it is this gets resolved promptly before substantial harm does come to me.

Jan 29, 2024

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,SERVICE BRAKES

2 complaints

See attached document for complaint.

Sep 03, 2024

See attached document for complaint

Apr 10, 2024

EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES

2 complaints

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that the brake pedal stopper was fractured, causing the brake lights to remain illuminated. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where an unknown diagnosis and an unknown repair were completed; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 199,500.

Aug 06, 2024

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE LIGHTS REMAINED ILLUMINATED AND DRAINED THE BATTERY. NORTH FREEWAY HYUNDAI (20440 INTERSTATE 45 N, SPRING, TX 77373, (832) 446-4000) DIAGNOSED THAT THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED THE SAME FAILURE AS LISTED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V574000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); HOWEVER, THE VIN WAS EXCLUDED FROM THE RECALL CAMPAIGN. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE BRAKE STOPPER AND SWITCH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 69,000.

Jun 07, 2019

STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS

2 complaints

2013 Elantra GT purchased new less than 63,000 miles. Airbag warning light on constantly. Hyundai has issued an extended lifetime warranty on clock spring. 2 local Dealers are 45 days behind in scheduling repairs and will not look at clockspring without agreement to pay $200.00 diagnostic fee to find what other issue may be at fault. This makes the extended warranty bait and switch smokescreen worthless. Diagnostic failed to identify clock spring failure. Instead both front end impact sensors were shorting out and anticipated ECU failure. estimated repair approx $1,000. After this diagnosis noise and resistance in steering wheel increased which is symptomatic of clock spring failure causing electrical failure in other systems. 20 miles later AC blower motor failed and burning electrical smell/smoke presented from behind dashboard. The extent and resulting danger from the faulty wiring systems is undetermined at this time. Significant risk of fire danger

Nov 26, 2023

AIRBAG SRS LIGHT APPEARED ON DASH PANEL WITHOUT REASON WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED IN A PARKED POSITION AND HAS STAYED ILLUMINATED SINCE FIRST APPEARING. THE LIGHT HAS BEEN PRESENT FOR SEVERAL MONTHS NOW. RECENT DIAGNOSTICS REPORTED AIRBAG FAULT (CODE B134600 DRIVER AIRBAG RESISTANCE TOO HIGH STAGE #1). SERVICE FACILITY DEEMED FAULT IS SECONDARY TO DEFECTIVE CLOCK SPRING. THE DEFECT CAUSES THE AIRBAG SYSTEM TO FAIL AND AIRBAGS WILL NOT DEPLOY IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT BECAUSE OF THIS FAULT.

Nov 25, 2019

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

2 complaints

The airbags on the side of the driver's seat is very dangerous and can implode just by slamming the car door. I've also had an on-going issue with the break line ( lights ) the passenger side break light will not turn off, this issue is also very dangerous for myself and other drivers who do not know when I'm using the breaks due to this issue. I've brought the vehicle to Hyundai North Houston to have the break light inspected, ( that was about a week ago ) however I was told that they could not give me a loaner vehicle and the next appointment to inspect this vehicle would be as early as Aug 31,2022 and as late as September 2022. I've had technicians jump the battery several times due to this light not turning off. Many of the techs says it's the breakline and possibly a fuse that need to be changed. I also brought the vehicle to the purchase location ( Carmax/North Houston ) for inspection and service, but they did not address this as a problem during that time. The vehicle also seems to overheat more than what is normal and profusely leak water.There is also a problem with the tire sensors. The vehicle was given to me at purchase with the tire sensor lights on. I've had the sensors checked out and was informed there is no issue, now the sensor light does not illuminate even if the tire pressure is low. This vehicle has many dangerous driving components and should be investigated immediately.

Aug 28, 2022

TWO issues, that are, at times related: * First, intermittent airbag dash warning light enabled; comes and goes, no obvious trigger (bumps, turns, etc.). This has been occurring for two weeks. // * Second, if I stop and turn off the car while the airbag light is lit, the vehicle will remain in accessory mode, with radio and climate control still on, and the dash display says to shift the car to park (it is in park) and that the key is not in the vehicle, and when I attempt to lock the car with either key fob or door lock control, it will not lock. This has been occurring for nearly a week, first on 2/1/22 as I was attending my father's funeral. I have seen that there was a recall for the airbag issue for same year/make/model, but my car does not appear to be one of those included in the recall (searched by VIN). However, the second issue is the most critical, as I am prevented from securing the vehicle if this intermittent issue occurs. I have not taken vehicle to mechanic or dealer.

Feb 12, 2022

AIR BAGS,WHEELS

2 complaints

The airbag light turned on about a month ago, and it stays on for a while then goes off then goes back on and so on. It is very disturbing that this could be a life threatening issue. My tire pressure sensor light is always on. I check the pressure at least once a week to make sure it’s okay, but the light is always on.

Feb 01, 2022

WAS MAKING A LEFT TURN AT A INTERSECTION AND T BONED A PICK UP TRUCK, EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO FRONT END OF THE ELANTRA FRONT END,[ AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY ON THE ELANTRA ] EVEN THOUGH THE WHOLE FRONT END WAS TORE OFF. DRIVER DOOR DAMAGED,WINDSHIELD CRACKED BOTH FRONT FENDERS DAMAGED, PLUS UNKNOWN IF TRANSMISSION AND OR TRANSAXLE HAS BEEN DAMAGED UNTIL THE CAR CAN BE REPAIRED. HYUNDAI HAS STOP ANY REPAIRS UNTIL THEY SEND A HYUNDAI INVESTIGATOR TO LOOK AT THE CAR, WHICH THEY SAY COULD TAKE UP TO 6 TO 8 WEEKS TO CHECK IT. *TR

Aug 30, 2014

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

2 complaints

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated she was unable to open the trunk manually or with the key. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the tailgate latch to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired but was pending repairs. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 42,300. The VIN was not available.

Oct 05, 2021

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE TRUNK OPENED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 75,887.

Oct 12, 2016

STEERING,WHEELS,SERVICE BRAKES

2 complaints

I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE BACK IN JANUARY OF 2019 & WHEN I PURCHASED IT THE STEERING WHEEL MADE A CLICKING SOUND. I MENTIONED IT TO THE CAR DEALER & WAS ASSURED IT WAS NOTHING. AFTER HAVING MY OIL CHANGED I WAS TOLD MY STEERING COLUMN NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THIS IS QUITE DISHEARTENING AS I HAVE HAD THE CAR FOR JUST ONE YEAR & A HALF AT THIS POINT. I WAS TOLD TO RESEARCH FOR RECALLS IN RELATION TO THIS PARTICULAR ISSUES AS IT HAS BEEN REPORTED FOR OTHER VEHICLES OF THE SAME MAKE, MODEL & YEAR. I AM AFRAID MY CAR STEERING WILL GO OUT WHILE DRIVING.

Jul 16, 2020

BRAKE LIGHTS KEEP INTERMITTENT WORKING AND BURNING OUT. STEERING WHEEL MAKES CLICKING NOISE. KEEP HAVING TO REPLACE TIRES IN FRONT. EVEN AFTER ALIGNMENT, CAR STILL PULLS. *TR

Apr 18, 2020

AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE

2 complaints

2 WEEKS AFTER I PURCHASED THIS CAR, THE AIRBAG LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CAME ON. DEALER REFUSED TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. ALSO NOTICED 2 WEEKS AFTER I PURCHASED, THAT THE SUNROOF ASSEMBLY LEAKS, AND WATER POOLS AROUND THE SPARE TIRE. WORRIED ABOUT WATER DAMAGE CAUSED TO THE SPARE TIRE, AND THE POSSIBILITY OF MOLD GROWING.

Nov 09, 2019

MY 19 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER WAS IN AN ACCIDENT ON APRIL 9TH 2016 IN HER 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. . BOTH VEHICLES WERE AT A DEAD STOP AT AN INTERSECTION BEFORE EITHER OF THEM STARTED MOVING. MY DAUGHTER WAS GOING STRAIGHT AND THE OTHER VEHICLE WAS TURNING, BOTH OF WHICH WERE GOING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH. MY DAUGHTERS CAR HIT THE FRONT FENDER OF THE OTHER VEHICLE CAUSING A BENT WHEEL AND A SMALL DENT TO THE FENDER. MY DAUGHTERS HYUNDAI, TOTALED. EVERY AIRBAG IN THE HYUNDAI DEPLOYED, INCLUDING THE BACK SEAT WHICH SEEMED STRANGE SINCE IT WAS A FRONTAL CRASH. THE TRANSMISSION WOULDN'T GO IN TO ANY OTHER GEAR IT WAS STUCK IN DRIVE. THE HOOD WAS SMASHED UP TO THE FRONT WINDSHIELD. THE DAMAGE TO THE CAR WAS OVER $12,000 THERE HAS TO BE SOME FAULTY PART(S) OR EQUIPMENT ON THE CAR TO CAUSE SUCH DAMAGE AT SUCH LOW SPEEDS. I CAN'T IMAGINE WHAT COULD HAPPEN AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS IN A CRASH IN A HYUNDAI. I WROTE TO HYUNDAI ABOUT SAFETY CONCERNS OF THEIR HYUNDAI ELANTRAS, THEIR RESPONSE WAS UNACCEPTABLE: "WE UNDERSTAND THAT YOU ARE DISSATISFIED WITH THE DESIGN OF THE 2013 ELANTRA AND WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY DISAPPOINTMENT THIS HAS CAUSED YOU. THIS INFORMATION HAS BEEN FORWARDED TO ALL APPROPRIATE PARTIES WITHIN HYUNDAI FOR REVIEW, INCLUDING HYUNDAI MANAGEMENT." REALLY HYUNDAI! PEOPLE CAN BE SEVERELY INJURED OR DIE IN THESE VEHICLES WHICH I FEEL HYUNDAI NEEDS TO BE A LITTLE MORE CONCERNED.

Sep 09, 2016

Crash: 1

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES

2 complaints

CAR WAS PARKED AND LOCKED WITH ALL SYSTEMS OFF. LATER I NOTICED BRAKE LIGHTS ON. CALLED HYUNDAI AND INFORMED THEM INQUIRING IF THERE WAS A RECALL ABOUT THIS PROBLEM. THEY TOLD ME TO TAKE TO DEALER AND HAVE THEM PERFORM DIAGNOSTIC TO DETERMINE CAUSE. THEY SAID IT WAS BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH.DEALER CHANGED SWITCH(2),RELAY. PROBLEM STILL EXIST. *JS

Oct 21, 2019

WAS TAKING TRASH TO THE DUMP, 1 PERSON'S WORTH, GOING 5 MPH 1/ OF MILE FROM MY HOME, CAR VEERED TO RIGHT EDGE OF PAVEMENT, AND WHERE A BULLDOZER HAD DRUG ROAD EDGES AND BROKE PAVEMENT OFF, CAUSED ME TO HIT A TREE AT A VERY SLOW SPEED. I REVERSED CAR, BACKED UP 50 FT. AND CAR SHUT ITSELF OFF & WINDSHIELD GOT EXTREMELY HOT, AND I GOT OUT OF VEHICLE, SMOKE COMING FROM HOOD AREA, LEFT MY PURSE, AND WALKED ACROSS ROAD TO ASK FOR FIRE EXTINGUISHER. MAN HAD JUST GOT UP, HADN'T HAD COFFEE ,AND INVITED ME IN. I WENT BACK OUTSIDE AND SAW CAR WAS BURNING, SO I STAYED ON HIS PORCH, THEN FRONT YARD. I KNEW TRASH MAY HAVE AEROSOL CANISTERS, AND NOT WORTH MY LIFE TO TRY TO GO THROUGH FIRE TO SAVE MY PURSE. COPS CAME (9:45-10:15 AM , AND SAID I LOOKED FUNNY AND ARRESTED ME ACCUSING ME OF BEING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF MEDICATION. I WAS NOT ON ANY MEDICINE AND DEFINITELY NOT DRINKING. CAR WAS A TOTAL LOSS AFTER EXPLOSION AND I HAVE NOT HAD ANOTHER FOR OVER 8 MONTHS. I AM ON DISABILITY FOR FIBROMYALGIA, NEURALGIA, & OSTEOPOROSIS, AND HOLLOW BONES. I FALL QUITE OFTEN (ONE LEG IS SHORTER THAN OTHER). OFFICER HIMSELF DREW MY BLOOD IN A PUBLIC PLACE, AND REFUSED TO LET ME SEE MY ATTORNEY 3 TIMES. I NEVER GOT TO USE A PHONE IN 2 DAYS. BUT VEHICLE WAS PROBLEMATIC FROM DAY 1 , BATTERY WOULD NOT HOLD A CHARGE, JUMP A RIDING LAWN MOWER , AND WOULD JUST CUT OFF WHILE I WAS GOING DOWN THE ROAD. STEERING WAS ALSO A PROBLEM FROM DAY ONE, LIKE TIRES WERE NEVER ALIGNED. *TR

Aug 05, 2014

Crash: 1

Fire: 1

POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE

2 complaints

WHILE DRIVING ON BELTWAY DOING 55 MPH THE VEHICLE WON'T ACCELERATE AND ALSO MAKES SOUNDS WHEN PUSHING ON GAS THE RPM WILL BE MOVING BACK AND FRONT EVEN WHEN CAR NOT MOVING. CAR SMELLS LIKE SOMETHING IS BURNING. THE CAR WILL START TO SLOW DOWN AND SHUT IT SELF OFF.ALL LIGHTS WILL TURN ON THEN I SHUT CAR OFF COMPLETELY THEN TURN BACK ON AND IT STARTS UP LIKE NOTHING HAPPENED THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES. THEN WHEN SITTING STILL AT A LIGHT THE CAR SHUT OFF.

Jan 24, 2019

MY CAR HAS 63,300 MILES ON IT. I BOUGHT IT USED IN DECEMBER 2017, SIX MONTHS AND MY MECHANIC IS TELLING ME IT IS THE ENGINE AND IT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. WHEN I BOUGHT THE CAR IT HAD A TICKING SOUND, VERY LOW. I THOUGHT ONCE IT IDLED AND I START DRIVING IT WOULD GO AWAY. I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY RECENTLY AND MY CAR WOULD NOT GO OVER 60 MPH. THE RPM WOULD NOT GO PAST 2.5. WHEN I EXITED THE FREEWAY, AND STOPPED AT THE LIGHT I HAD WHIT SMOKE COMING FROM MY CAR. WHEN I USE MY AIR, I CAN'T ACCELERATE OVER 40 MPH. EVERYDAY IT'S DRIVEN IT, GET'S WORSE.

Jul 03, 2018

TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES

2 complaints

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL FAILED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES SEIZED AND THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY VEERED INTO OPPOSING LANES. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PULL THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SHOULDER OF THE HIGHWAY AND TURNED OFF THE ENGINE. UPON RESTARTING THE VEHICLE, THE ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, AND PARKING BRAKE WARNING INDICATORS REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED. MIDWAY HYUNDAI POST FALLS (1665 EAST EDMONTON AVENUE, POST FALLS, IDAHO 83854, (208) 619-2500) WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND SCHEDULED AN APPOINTMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000.

Dec 03, 2018

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED AND THERE WAS A LOSS OF TRACTION. THE CONTACT REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE THAT WAS APPROXIMATELY THE LENGTH OF TWO VEHICLES AHEAD OF HER. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER HAD THE WIND KNOCKED OUT OF THEM, BUT WERE NOT INJURED. AMBULATORY CARE WAS RECEIVED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND TOWED TO A FACILITY. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED BY AN INSURANCE ADJUSTER OR A DEALER. THE CONTACT WAS MADE AWARE OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V769000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) AFTER THE CRASH, BUT HAD NOT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION IN THE MAIL FROM THE MANUFACTURER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE CRASH MONTHS LATER. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 69,154.

Sep 06, 2018

Crash: 1

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE

2 complaints

POSSIBLE CRANKSHAFT SENSOR FAILURE. CAR WILL NOT START PROPERLY OR STALLS AFTER STARTING AND SHIFTING GEARS.HAPPENS EVERY FEW MONTHS. NEW BATTERY, SPARK PLUGS AND TUNE UP COMPLETED JULY 2018.NO ALTERNATOR/STARTER ISSUES NOTED AFTER MECHANICAL TESTING.

Oct 09, 2018

AROUND 40,000 MILES THE CAR RANDOMLY WOULD NOT START, LEAVING ME STRANDED. I TOOK THE CAR IN SEVERAL TIMES AND DEALERSHIP COULD NOT DETECT AN ISSUE. 2ND TIME I DROPPED OFF, A MISFIRE WAS DETECTED AND IGNITION COILS WHERE REPLACED DUE TO DEFECTED COILS. I PICKED UP MY CAR AND 11 DAYS LATER THE CAR WOULDN'T START UP AGAIN. ITS BEEN IN THE SHOP FOR 3 WEEKS NOW. LAST I HEARD THEY ARE REPLACING: THE SHIFTER ASSEMBLY, TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH, AND BRAKE SWITCH. I HAVE YET TO HEAR IF THE PARTS CAME IN AND IF THIS WILL FIX THE ISSUE. I RECEIVED A CALL ON 11/3/2016 AND NOW THE ENGINE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. THERE IS A SERIOUS ISSUE WITH THE CAR FAILING TO START AND HYUNDAI CANT EVEN FIGURE IT OUT, AS OF TODAY THEY HAD MY CAR FOR A TOTAL OF 25 DAYS AND STILL NO RESOLUTION. SOMETHING NEEDS TO BE DONE AND RECALLED. IVE CONTACTED HYUNDAI CONSUMER AFFAIRS DIRECTLY AND HAVE A CASE WITH THEM GOING ON. I SEE SEVERAL COMPLAINTS OF THIS SAME ISSUE HAPPENING ON THIS MODEL, I HOP THIS WILL SOMEWHAT HELP. BE CONSISTENT AND DON'T TAKE NO FOR ANSWER, I AM STILL MAKING CAR PAYMENTS ON SOMETHING THAT IS NOT WORKING NOR I HAVE IS UNFAIR. SINCE THE CAR IS LESS THAN 60,000 MILES THIS WILL BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY, IT SHOULD OF HAD TO TAKE ME 3 TIMES, CALLING A MANGER AND GOING TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS FOR THEM TO FINALLY TAKE MY ISSUE SERIOUS.

Nov 09, 2016

STRUCTURE,ENGINE

2 complaints

HYUNDAI REPLACED MY 2013 ELANTRA'S ENGINE (68K MILES) AS A "GOODWILL GESTURE" DUE TO A FLAW IN THE ORIGINAL ENGINE WHICH WASN'T ALLOWING ENOUGH OIL TO GET TO THE ENGINE. TWO DAYS AFTER THE ENGINE REPLACEMENT THE CAR DIED WHILE BEING DRIVEN IN WHICH THEY SUSPECTED IT BE A FUEL PUMP ISSUE. AFTER RESOLVING THAT SUSPECTED ISSUE THE CAR AGAIN SHUT OFF WHILE IN MOTION DURING THE TEST DRIVE AND CAUGHT FIRE WHILE THE CAR WAS PULLED TO THE SIDE OF A CITY STREET AFTER BEING DRIVEN FOR ONLY ONE BLOCK.

Jul 18, 2018

Fire: 1

THE ACCIDENT HAPPENED ON A SATURDAY AROUND 1PM. I WAS HEADING HOME WHEN I APPROACHED A INTERSECTION WHEN A LADY COMING FROM A STREET ON THE RIGHT SIDE WAS COMING OUT AND EVEN THOUGH SHE HAD A STOP SIGN SHE FAIL TO FULLY STOP AND ME HAVING NO TIME TO REACT I HIT THE MIDDLE OF THE CAR (T-BONE HER).

Dec 14, 2015

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

STRUCTURE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES

2 complaints

I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE ON A SUNDAY AFTERNOON AT A BUSINESS PARK. IT WAS MID DAY AND DRY. I WAS SLOWING DOWN AND HALF WAY INTO THE SPACE WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. IT SEEMED LIKE THE CAR WENT OUT OF MY CONTROL. THE CAR WAS STOPPED BY A 3' SHRUB OR ELSE I WOULD HAVE CRASHED INTO THE BUILDING. IN THE PROCESS, A CAR PARKED BESIDE ME WAS ALSO DAMAGED.

Apr 25, 2018

Crash: 1

PULLING INTO THE PARKING SPACE AT WORK LESS THAN 5MPH CAR ACCELERATED AND HIT THE PARKING GARAGE WALL. REPORTED TO MY CAR INSURANCE COMPANY, CAR WAS TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP AFTER BODY SHOP. DEALERSHIP COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING ON DIAGNOSTIC REPORT.

Jul 13, 2015

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE

2 complaints

UPDATE TO TICKET # 1119161 - 4 SEPARATE APPTS, WITH,90 PLUS DAYS ACCUMULATED TOTAL AT A HYUNDA SERVICE CENTER EXPANDING 21 MONTHS AND 15000 MILES. 43 DAYS AT CURRENT SERVICE DEPT WITH NO UPDATE, VEHICLE CONTINUES TO STALL WHILE DRIVING, ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTIONS CONTINUE TO EXPAND AFTER INTERIOR WAS SOAKED FROM A CONFIRMED/REPAIRED DEFECT IN SUNROOF FRAME. BEYOND THE ABILITY OF SERVICE TECHNICIANS TO DIAGNOSE, ENGINEER INSPECTED AND CONFIRMED VEHICLE STALLING WHILE DRIVING AND MESSED UP INTERIOR JULY 2016 FROM SUNROOF LEAK, REPAIRS HAVE BEEN MADE BUT VEHICLE CONTINUES TO STALL WHILE DRIVING, IN ADDITION ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTIONS CONTINUE TO DEVOLOP THAT HYUNDAI WILL NOT RESOLVE, VEHICLE WAS IN BUYOUT REVIEW WITH HYUNDAI BUT WAS STOPPED DUE TO MY COMPLAINT FILED WHICH SOUTH CAROLINA CONSUMER AFFAIRS REQUESTING A REPURCHASE THAT HYUNDAI DENIED. VEHICLE IS NOT SAFE NOR AM I BEING TOLD WHAT'S GOING ON. IF TECHNICIAN CANT DIAGNOSE A CONFIRMED ISSUE BY THEIR ENGINEER THEN WHY IS VEHICLE STILL AT SERVICE CENTER AND WHY ARE THEY NOT CALLING TO ADVISE AFTER 43 DAYS.

Aug 12, 2017

CAR WILL NOT START! EVERYTHING COMES ON LIGHTS RADIO N ETC. I HAD MY BATTERY CHECK IT GREAT. CAN'T FIND A SOLUTION. I HAVE BEEN OUT SEVERAL TIMES AND THIS HAS HAPPENED. I HAVE LOST INCOME BECAUSE OF THIS ISSUE.

Jul 09, 2015

SUSPENSION,ENGINE

2 complaints

OWNED VEHICLE FOR 3 YEARS, HAVE BEEN NOTICING A FEW PROBLEMS WITH THE VEHICLE THAT IS THE RESULT OF THE POOR SUSPENSION. THE MIL CAME ON TODAY HINTING TO POSSIBLE SENSOR ISSUES, THE VEHICLE ALSO CONSTANTLY SHAKES AND TREMBLES WHEN IDLE. THE CORE OF THE PROBLEMS APPEARS TO BE THE RESULT OF POOR SUSPENSION AS THE VEHICLE ROCKS UP AND DOWN AFTER HITTING ANY IDEA SPEED BUMP, HILL OR POTHOLE. IT PUTS DRIVERS AT A DIFFICULT POSITION SINCE THE ROCKING OF THE VEHICLE CAUSES IT TO JUMP OVER TO THE RIGHT WHEN YOU ARE ON A HIGHWAY. PLEASE SERIOUS LOOK INTO THIS. EVERY DEALERSHIP IS ADVISING THIS IS NORMAL BUT NO OTHER VEHICLE DOES THIS.

Mar 23, 2016

ON MY WAY TO WORK I WAS EXITING THE HIGHWAY AND I HIT A BUMP. I WAS TAKEN BY SURPRISE AS WHAT FELT LIKE THE REAR OF THE CAR BOUNCED UP ABNORMALLY AND LURCH TOWARD THE GUARD RAIL. THE HANDLING ON ROUGH SURFACES IS AWFUL. THIS COULD LEAD TO AN ACCIDENT. I JUST BOUGHT THIS CAR USED AND THE ENGINE IS NOISY WHICH I AM TOLD THIS IS THE TIMING CHAIN. I NEVER HAD A CAR LIKE THIS IN MY LONG LIFE. THE HANDLING REALLY WORRIES ME. SUCKS! *TR

Jul 20, 2014

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 complaints

MY 2014 HYUNDAI ELANTRA DID NOT START ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS OVER THE PAST MONTH. THE DASH LIGHTS AND INDICATORS CAME ON BUT THE ENGINE DID NOT CRANK OR MAKE ANY SOUND. EVENTUALLY AFTER MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS OVER 10 MINUTES, THE ENGINE STARTED. I AM CONCERNED THAT THE CAR WILL NOT START AT ALL AND LEAVE ME STRANDED. ON ONE OTHER OCCASION AFTER STARTING, THE GEAR SHIFT WOULD NOT MOVE OUT OF THE PARK POSITION.

Oct 15, 2015

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY WAS DIFFICULT TO TURN OVER AND START THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT HAD TO MAKE SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO GET THE KEY TO TURN OVER IN THE IGNITION. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE ALSO HESITATED WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BATTERY HAD LOW VOLTAGE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE DEALER DID NOT PROVIDE AN IN-DEPTH DIAGNOSIS AND ONLY REPLACED THE PART. THE CONTACT ALSO CONTINUED TO EXPERIENCE THE VEHICLE BEING DIFFICULT TO SHIFT OUT OF PARK INTO OTHER GEARS AND THAT THE FAILURE WAS PROGRESSING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 30,000. UPDATED 09/08/15*LJ UPDATED 10/26/2017*CN

Jun 24, 2015

SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE

2 complaints

I RECENTLY PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE USED AT A DEALERSHIP. AS I WAS DRIVING TO WORK ON THE INTERSTATE I RAN OVER A PART OF THE INTERSTATE THAT WAS POT HOLES BUT FILLED IN. AS I RAN OVER THE AREA, MY BACK END STARTED TO FISH TAIL. I TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP ON 04/18/2015 AND I WAS TOLD THAT THE TIRE PRESSURE WAS WRONG AND THAT I NEEDED TO BE AWARE THAT MY CAR WAS CONSIDERED A SPORTS CAR AND IT WOULD HANDLE DIFFERENTLY THAN A REGULAR CAR AND THE BACK END BEING "LOOSE" WAS NORMAL. THE TIRE PRESSURE WAS ADJUSTED BUT I AM STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM ALTHOUGH NOT AS BAD AND IT IS ONLY ON CERTAIN "BUMPS" IN THE ROAD THAT THE VEHICLE TRIES TO FISH TAIL.

Apr 27, 2015

I PURCHASED A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA ON JUNE 18, 2012 FROM DICK HANNAH VOLKSWAGEN HYUNDAI OF PORTLAND, OREGON. WITHIN A FEW WEEKS, I BEGAN HEARING A NOISE COMING FROM THE TRUNK AREA. I MADE AN APPOINTMENT WITH THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE IT LOOKED AT ON AUGUST 24, 2012. INITIALLY, I WAS TOLD THAT THEY TRIED TO USE EPOXY TO FIX THE NOISE AND I WOULD HAVE TO WAIT 36 HOURS (OVER THE WEEKEND) TO LET IT DRY. ON MONDAY, THE SOUND WAS STILL THERE AND THEY RAN FURTHER TESTS. I WAS THEN INFORMED ON WEDNESDAY THAT THE CAR HAD BEEN TRANSFERRED TO THE COLLISION CENTER IN VANCOUVER FOR FURTHER INSPECTION. ON THURSDAY, I WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NEED TO HAVE A PART RE-WELDED. I REALLY WAS NOT TOLD EXACTLY WHAT WAS BEING WELDED AT THAT POINT, BUT THAT IT WOULD NOT BE READY UNTIL THE NEXT WEEK (FOLLOWING THE LABOR DAY WEEKEND). FINALLY, ON TUESDAY I WAS ABLE TO TALK TO THE SERVICE MANAGER, [XXX] AND WAS INFORMED THAT THEY HAD CONTACTED HYUNDAI TO SEE IF OTHERS HAD ENCOUNTERED THE SAME NOISE. A HYUNDAI ENGINEER HAD TO COME OUT AND HELP DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. THEY VERIFIED THE NOISE WAS COMING FROM THE RIGHT REAR SHOCK TOWER. THEY REMOVED THE REINFORCEMENT CAP AND SHOCK TOWER AND FOUND TWO SPOTS MISSED BY FACTORY WELDER, WHICH DID NOT PROPERLY ADHERE THE STRUT TOWER TO THE CAR BODY AND SIGNS OF RUBBING MAKING THE NOISE. THEY WERE ABLE TO CLEAN UP THE AREA AND RE-WELD THE PIECE TOGETHER. THEY REINSTALLED THE RIGHT REAR SHOCK TOWER AND REINFORCEMENT CAP TO FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS. I AM TOLD THAT HYUNDAI NOW HAS A FILE ON MY CAR. THE CAR WAS RETURNED TO ME ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2012. A FULL TWO WEEKS AFTER I BROUGHT IT IN FOR THE NOISE. THIS IS CLEARLY A HUGE SAFETY DEFECT AND OTHERS SHOULD BE AWARE OF IT. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).*TR

Sep 26, 2012

POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE

1 complaint

My engine is ticking. The auto shop told me that my motor is shot and the same thing happened to my sons car. We both have the same car same year. There has been a law suit for this issue.

Dec 10, 2024

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaint

I was driving under 10 miles an hr because the roads were still wet from the night before as i am on the ramp to get on the highway barely turning the wheel it locks all the lights come on the dashboard such as abs and i crash into a railing because i couldn't move anything. Again only last week after this has been supposedly resolved driving barely going 2 miles my bf was actually driving and again roads were wet same thing all the abs sensor lights come on the dash the wheel locks and the car doesn't move, it's scary and ridiculous the amount of others I have found experiencing the same issue and from that accident I can barely drive now my anxiety and ptsd from the event has even affected my work so now I am losing money I didn't think I would ever fear being in a car and I hope you guys fix this so no one experiences what I am currently experiencing.

Sep 11, 2024

Crash: 1

SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

1 complaint

In the winter of 2024 I became aware, during a routine pre-trip inspection under the hood of my 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT, that the level of brake fluid was low enough not to be visible in the "overflow" container. About a quarter of a quart of brake fluid was then added. I then began checking the brake fluid level often and noticed that over time, I had to add brake fluid at least once a week. The problem increased to the point that I was going through a quart of brake fluid each month. In the meantime, I attempted to get various mechanics to find the leak but had a hard time convincing anyone I was leaking brake fluid as THERE WAS NEVER A WARNING LAMP OR MESSAGE ACTIVATED. After paying for other "suggested" repairs such as replacing brakes the leak continued and at times the brakes became squishy until finally a mechanic acknowledged a leak coming from the area of the ABS module actuator which he said was "fried". My car had to be in a Hyundai shop 90 miles away for three weeks awaiting the ABS actuator part and repairs as I was advised the vehicle was dangerous and I could lose the use of my brakes. Again, this issue would have never been highlighted if I had not been diligent about checking the brake fluid and could have ended with much more serious consequences than inconvenience and expense. Again, there was never a warning light indicator to emphasize a potential hazard.

Aug 15, 2024

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,BACK OVER PREVENTION

1 complaint

We received the recall notice, advising us to call Hyundai to make an appointment to correct the safety problem. We made an appointment to fix the problem at their Richmond, CA location. When we went there, they told us that they could not fix it because their system was down. We made another appointment in Vacaville, CA. When we arrived there on the day of the appointment, they told us that their system was down. We do not know what to do now.

Jul 25, 2024

STRUCTURE,ENGINE,VISIBILITY/WIPER

1 complaint

I took my car into Hyundai due to the recall sent out to car owners. I had my ABS and Brake light that went on randomly around September. I scheduled an appointment and took it in to get it checked. Hyundai sent me away stating there were no parts to fix the issue and told me to pay for a diagnostic if I needed it looked at and to wait until the recall is remedied. Two months later my car exploded and caught fire while parked on my property putting my life and home at risk. As well as my neighbors lives who came in to help me Put out the fire.

May 30, 2024

Fire: 1

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE

1 complaint

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the electronic traction stability warning light illuminated. The contact stated the vehicle was losing forward momentum. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal and the vehicle slowed to approximately 15 MPH and failed to respond as needed. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent but was a recurring failure. The contact had the vehicle towed to a local dealer. The vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the electronic control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 94,000.

May 29, 2024

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS

1 complaint

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The air bag warning light illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who determined that the battery needed to be replaced. The battery was replaced; however, the air bag warning light illuminated on and off. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired for the most recent failure. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 59,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Apr 29, 2024

STEERING,SUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 complaint

The bulbs are constantly blowing out, and need to be replaced. The steering wheel/column makes noises, and doesn't always lock, but when it does lock, it can be difficult to unlock it! The suspension shakes and rattles. There is a campaign for the corrosion of the undercarriage/suspension, that I was not aware of until a few weeks ago(I do have an appointment for that). The most pressing concern is with the steering(mechanic thinks it could be the coupler), and there are numerous complaints about this on various internet auto forums.

Apr 23, 2024

SERVICE BRAKES,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

1 complaint

- Brake and fuel leak smell - yes - yes - no - no

Apr 01, 2024

STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

1 complaint

I’m having issues with braking and steering and I have made complaints to Hyundai and they have failed me they brush it off as though I need a new car but there are dangerous issues with this car. I also notified Hyundai Corporate Office on several occasions and a case manager by the name of Jose didn’t help at all nothing was resolved he only left voice messages and nothing was done.

Mar 01, 2024

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

1 complaint

FRUSTRATED BECAUSE THIS RECALL IS NOW 5 MONTHS OLD WITH NO REMEDY AVAILABLE. As a senior citizen I am not confident driving this vehicle with the possibility of a fire while driving. I would like someone to put pressure on Hyundai to get this remedied quickly. I have another vehicle but I should not have to NOT drive this vehicle. I want my vehicle fixed!

Feb 29, 2024

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ENGINE

1 complaint

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormally loud sound and several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact pulled into a parking lot. The vehicle was towed to two independent mechanics, who informed the contact that the oil level was significantly low, although an oil change was performed two weeks prior to the failure. The mechanics determined that the timing components, timing cover gasket, water pump belts, valve cover, spark plugs, and other unknown components needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not notified of the failure. Additionally, the contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Feb 20, 2024

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,WHEELS,ENGINE

1 complaint

Car unable to pass smog check engine issues. Wheels no good.

Jan 23, 2024

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,AIR BAGS

1 complaint

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that the message "Air Bag Off" was displayed. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle made an abnormally loud grinding sound and vibrated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and after inspection, the contact was informed that the brakes were beginning to wear. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 152,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Dec 19, 2023

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE

1 complaint

Car has a ticking sound, car has died on me multiple times. The vehicle has stopped moving regardless of pressing on accelerator and died leaving me stranded, feeling unsafe. I have been driving at 40 mph and then seem to lose power, making it to where can only go 10 to 20 mph or totally dying. I was also having issues with key fobs not working. Door would open, unlock and then not, car stalling. No lights illuminating on dash. Battery in fob replaced after car being towed to shop after stalling, dying issue and I was basically told they didn't know what was up with the stalling, maybe fobs. I had an oil change done and full diagnostic, sent on way without answers. Happened again, electrical issues, fob not working, stalling, start hesitation and dying, no power. I had it towed to different shop and was told had couple of codes showing up even though no check engine light on, they stated a caliper was leaking along with other oil leak and crankshaft sensor needed replaced, which got fixed. The car has 98000 miles on it (around there) and I see safety recall posted. I finance this car and have literally only had it not even 5 months. I do not feel safe driving it. I've been stranded, at times key fobs and locks act up on it still, the ticking is definitely a concern, RPMS off and revs up at times while also lacking pick up and go. I contacted my local Hyundai and they stated no resolution on safety recall yet, can schedule an appointment and pay for diagnostic, which would make my 3rd diagnostic over the last month or so. I need something remedied. I transport myself and at times my children and I do not feel safe in this vehicle which again purchased just about 5 months ago from Car Max. Help please!

Nov 28, 2023

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaint

I got a recall letter in the mail and Burns Hyundai does not want to give me a service or loaner vehicle.

Nov 11, 2023

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

1 complaint

The airbag light is on and no fuses are out and cruise control and other buttons on steering wheel is not working. If airbags are faulty or do not deploy it is a huge safety concern. Someone could be killed or extremely hurt. It has not been confirmed by a dealer but willing to take it in to be checked. It has not been checked yet by a professional. My warning lamps have been on for about two weeks now.

Jul 23, 2023

AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS,WHEELS

1 complaint

I had a rear tire blowout causing the car to stop rapidly causing me to hit my face on the steering wheel so hard I got knocked out . My foot pressed on the gas and I hit a parked car. And my airbags never deployed. Insurance didn't pay my claim because it wasy falt I hit a parked car. Because I was knocked out. I don't remember anything about 30 seconds before the accident. Had my airbags worked maybe I could have remembered what really happened. When the collusion center inspected my car they said a defect in the car was the cause of my accident. But the insurance already denied the claim. The yellow tab was the airbag sensor

Jul 02, 2023

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE

1 complaint

My transmission had to be fixed due to stopping unexpectedly due to gear changing automatically by itself, brakes keep leaking fluid then touching the ground with a tire popping sound underneath , and engine is messing up without warning of any problems with

Apr 20, 2023

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 complaint

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated the while driving at various speeds, while slowing down, the vehicle consistently lost motive power and stalled. The contact stated that there was a knocking sound coming from the engine compartment. Additionally, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was diagnosed and determined that the catalytic converter sensor needed to be replaced. The contact was notified of NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V769000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage 145,000.

Mar 22, 2023

SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,ENGINE

1 complaint

Well not even at 100,000 miles yet suspension noise all four engine not good as its not work well with the way they have set up with no dip stick suspension clink clack crazy not even at 100.00

Oct 20, 2022

EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES,LANE DEPARTURE

1 complaint

Good

Sep 08, 2022

AIR BAGS,ENGINE

1 complaint

My air bags never work and my engine is starting to become a problem.

Jun 23, 2022

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

In July 2015 with 25k miles, the interior of the vehicle was leaking water from the sun visor as well as under the glove box. When I made a left turn I could hear water swishing from one side to the other, then saw water coming out from under the glove box area. Water also dripped from the drivers sun visor. I took it to the dealer in Troy MI and they blamed me for having dirty drain holes in the sun roof as well as having a wind deflector on the sun roof which caused dirt to build up and clog the drain holes. The sun roof and wind deflector were factory installed as I bought the vehicle brand new in 2013. The dealer did not remove the headliner to see if any mold was visible. They used an air compressor to clean out the clogged drain holes and charged me for the service even though the vehicle was still under warranty (dealer said it was not covered under warranty). I am not aware of the issue happening again, or if it did happen it wasn't enough water for me to notice. I however have and do smell mold in my vehicle daily. Today, June 7, 2022, with 116k miles, after leaving my car parked outside overnight with heavy rain I again experienced water build up inside the car. I saw water coming out from under the glove box and heard it swishing around. I called the dealer in Troy MI and was told they cannot service my vehicle, it is a 4 month wait for diagnosis. I called a second dealer in Macomb MI and was told the vehicle could not be looked at until August and all expenses would be my responsibility. The service tech stated the car would need to be torn apart (dash, door, headliner, etc) to find where the water was coming from. A dealer in Southfield MI would be able to service the vehicle two days from now, I'm suppose to drive two days with water swishing around? What electrical safety issues are at hand here? It seems as though HYUNDAI has a defect in the design or part(s) which is causing this issue. I am also concerned with mold growth from back in 2015.

Jun 07, 2022

POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

I was stopped at a traffic light, when my car stalled out and shut off, completely random, no warning signs whatsoever. No warning lights, no weird unusual sounds from the vehicle, just all of a sudden it shuts off! So I had to hurry and put it into park, turn the key back to off, and try to turn it back on. It BARELY started, once it was started we had a green light plus it sounded like it was going to stall out on me again. BUT when I pressed down on the gas peddle, there wasn't any normal acceleration. The car was in 5th gear and wouldn't shift down to allow it to accelerate at all like it should. So I am trying to get out of the middle of the intersection, had the peddle to the floor, and it's barely moving. While I'm trying not to die, I also noticed that there was NO RPMS being shown on the dashboard. Like absolutely 0 RPMS. This isn't the only time this has done this to me!! It seems like it's becoming more frequent, although still without warning indicating that it was going to act this way. And of course it's been at a busy intersection, basically playing chicken with my life. My husband hooked up a code reader to see if anything pops up and nothing indicates any sort of problem. It will be going to the shop for them to look at asap, but I haven't been able to successfully replicate the issue on command, it just does it whenever it wants to, conveniently when it's just myself and my 9 year old son in the car, no one else that may be mechanically inclined along. This has happened twice now, 1st time last week, and the latest time was today. It gets serviced regularly like it's supposed to, and it will be up for inspection in July 2022.

Jun 04, 2022

WHEELS,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE

1 complaint

I noticed a loud ticking noise from my engine 6 months ago and took it to my mechanic assuming it needed an oil change sooner. However the noise became much worse the past month and a half and again took it to my mechanic which found it is an issue inside the motor itself and they could not figure it out except many 2013 Hyundai Elantra's have in fact had engine failure and recommended I take it to a dealer. I instead took it today to NTB assuming it was another issue with tires and unable to accelerate which almost caused me an accident on the interstate. NTB found that this is a serious issue with the engine and confirmed Hyundai is aware of the issue but will not issue any recalls due to this. My car is only 9 years old and when I bought it brand new there were already many recalls that was repaired. When I called the Hyundai dealership near me, I was told no recalls were issued but they are aware of the problem and just for me to bring it in it will be extremely costly just to look at it, and around $5,000/$7,000 to replace the engine if this is the issue which was confirmed by 2 auto shops. I have found many reports and documentation of engine failure with not being able to accelerate and my car has done this 3xs on an extremely busy interstate in which I was almost rear ended and would have been killed. I will once again contact the Hyundai Dealership near me with hopes of receiving a free inspection of the engine. I will also be sending information to our West Virginia Attorney General and close friend Patrick Morrisey along with documentation of recent and previous repairs of Brakes and countless purchasing of tires as well as having to replace tie rods numerous times. This also includes my cruise control will accelerate which I have received a ticket even when I told the officer my cruise control was stuck and no matter what I tried it would not shut off including when I stopped and put my car in park. My ultimate concern is the engine. The contact has stated that as of December 2022 the issue with the vehicle still occurs even after having the engine replaced. After driving home, the vehicle would not shift into park or reverse after several minutes of trying. At that time, no warning lights occurred and there was a loud noise coming from under the hood. HMA agreed to settle the claim with an offer of $708.12. The contact countered HMA's offer as follows: To release HMA from past and present issues with the contact's 2013 Hyundai Elantra; not join any recent or present consumer's including future class actions including seeking legal representation against HMA “IF” HMA agrees to replace my 2013 Hyundai Elantra with a newer model at which time if this is agreed upon, contact will waive all liability regarding my 2013 Hyundai Elantra. If HMA is not in agreement with the counteroffer, contact will continue to have NHTSA inspector Bill Collins follow through with inspecting contact's 2013 Hyundai Elantra including but not limited to pursuing all/any future legal actions against HMA due to driving a vehicle that HMA failed to conform to warranty in connection with your concerns and the vehicle’s repair history to date. HMA has referred contact's counteroffer to another HMA department and should respond within 48 hours. Contact forwarded HMA's response to NHTSA and WV Attorney General. The contact is waiting for response from HMA case managers. 03/24/2023 the contact received email from NHTSA ODI regarding an investigation of the defects of contact's vehicle. As of 04/17/2023 Contact provided additional recent repair receipts.

May 30, 2022

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

The steering wheel is loose. It rattles when I drive especially when I drive over rough areas like train track, pot hole or something like that. I can tell it is very loose when I am making turns. There is also issue with fuel smell inside my car. I frequently smell gas. To the point where I have to let the window down to let air in. The gas fumes are strong. The gas issue has been a problem for 2-3 years.

May 13, 2022

STEERING,WHEELS,LANE DEPARTURE

1 complaint

Sometime around last November or December, I took my vehicle for oil change and other services performed at Pep Boys, I was notified that all four tires are almost worn out and needs to be replaced. All four tires were replace sometime in December 2021 and they also did the wheel balance and wheel alignment. Around January 2022, while driving, I could feel the tightness on the steering wheel and also my car pulling left and at times crossing into the adjacent lane and was tough on the steering wheel to bring it back to the previous lane. I informed Pep Boys and they carried out some tests and also did a wheel alignment at no cost. The problem hasn't been fixed, there's a knocking noise in the steering wheel and the car is still pulling right, there's also the sensor light flashing in the dashboard, which the mechanic at Pep Boys is unable to fix even after carrying out diagnostic tests. The vehicle is available for inspection, it has been inspected by Pep Boys, the warning lamp for the wheels is continuously flashing and Pep Boys has been unable to determine the course.

Feb 06, 2022

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. He stated that while driving at various speeds, he would intermittently smell a strong gasoline odor emitting from the vehicle. The contact had taken the vehicle to several dealers and each dealer informed him that there were no failures with his vehicle. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 25,000.

Dec 28, 2021

EXTERIOR LIGHTING,AIR BAGS

1 complaint

Driver side airbag dash light goes on and off (mostly on). No accident or previous deployment of the airbag. Also, while under warranty the tail light and break light wiring was replaced as they would burn out approx. every 6 months. One light after another: tail light, break light, blinker, etc. It's happening again... seems to be a wiring or component issue. Have to keep bulbs in the car with me at all times.

Oct 28, 2021

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEATS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 complaint

After the completion of my work shift, I return to my vehicle and discovered a fire has taken place. Lucky, the fire didn't get out of control and wasn't active at the time. The passenger seat was completely burnt including the seat covers and the items in the seat. The items in the seat included: Steak & shake leftover trash, and a perfume bottle. This fire also damaged a door dash bag that I had in the back passenger seat. Not to mention, the impact of the fire that created black duct all over the vehicle windshields, radio, seats, dashboard etc... No police report, nor fire report has been reported at this given time.

Jun 29, 2021

Fire: 1

AIR BAGS,TIRES

1 complaint

2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO TIRE MOBILITY KITS SAFETY RECALL. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER ADVISED THE RECALL EXPIRED. THE AIRBAG LIGHT WAS ON. *JS

Mar 04, 2021

STEERING,SEATS

1 complaint

1. THE FABRIC ON THE SEATS IS NOT COLORFAST. ANY DROP OF CLEAN WATER LOOKS LIKE A STAIN WHEN IT DRIES. 2. MY STEERING WHEEL KNOCKS WHEN TURNED LEFT AND RIGHT, WHEN IN MOTION AND STATIONARY. IT IS THE U-JOINT BEHIND THE BREAK PEDDLE FROM THE STEERING COLUMN MAKING A KNOCKING/CLUNKING NOISE.

Feb 05, 2021

AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

1 complaint

I WAS IN MOTION AND MY EMERGENCY BRAKE DID NOT WORK . I CONTINUE DOWN HILL AND TO AVOID ON COMING TRAFFIC,,I TURN TO THE RIGHT TO HIT THE FENCE. MY AIR BAGS NEVER OPEN. THA K GOD I ALWAYS WERE MY SEAT BELTS.

Jan 26, 2021

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

SUSPENSION,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

1 complaint

ONLY WHEN WET BRAKING STARTS TO MAKE NOISE AND ACT LIKE IT WANT STOP. IT HAS NEW BRAKES.*DT*JB

Dec 28, 2020

SEAT BELTS,ENGINE

1 complaint

WHEN I START MY CAR THE ENGINE TICKS I BELIEVE IT'S SUPPOSED TO BE A PISTON ISSUE ALSO MY SEATBELTS DON'T PROPERLY SECURE I HAVE TO USE EXCESSIVE FORCE TO BUCKLE IT

Dec 17, 2020

EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

1 complaint

FOR THE BRAKES AND LIGHTING ISSUE, MY BRAKE LIGHTS GO BAD EVERY COUPLE OF MONTHS AND NEED CHANGED. I BELIEVE THIS IS POSSIBLY TO DO WITH THE RECALL FOR BRAKES. I HAVE HAD PEOPLE ON MANY OCCASIONS STOP ME IN TRAFFIC TO LET ME KNOW AN ENTIRE SIDE OF LIGHTS WERE OUT AT ONCE. I HAVE BEEN PULLED OVER MORE THAN ONCE AS WELL FOR MY BRAKE LIGHTS IN THE FOUR YEARS I'VE HAD MY CAR. I ALWAYS KEEP SPARE LIGHTS IN MY CAR FOR THIS REASON. I CALLED A&B KIA, WHERE I BOUGHT MY CAR, WHO SAID MY CAR WAS NOT PART OF THE RECALL. HOWEVER, WITH THE MANY ISSUES I'VE HAD WITH MY BRAKE LIGHTS I BELIEVE IT IS RELATED. MORE RECENTLY THAN MY BRAKES, MY CRUISE CONTROL HAS STOPPED WORKING. WITHIN THE PAST YEAR IT HAS SLOWLY WENT FROM WORKING SOMETIMES TO NOT WORKING AT ALL. OTHER FUNCTIONS ON THE STEERING WHEEL, SUCH AS VOLUME AND RADIO CONTROLS HAVE NOT BEEN AFFECTED.

Dec 13, 2020

SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE,SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaint

PURCHASED WHAT I BELIEVE IS A LEMON FROM THE STAMFORD HYUNDAI. VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED AND RECALL ISSUES NOT ADDRESSED. ANOTHER CAR THAT HIT MINE STATED THAT MY CAR BRAKE LIGHTS INDICATED I STOPPED WHEN I ACTUALLY RELEASED THE BRAKE PEDAL. I BELIEVE THAT THE DEALERSHIP OVER CHARGED ME FOR A DEFECTED VEHICLE AND FAILED TO ADDRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL ISSUE WHICH CAUSED MY LANE CHANGE ACCIDENT. I WOULD REALLY APPRECIATE IT IF SOMEONE CAN ASSIST ME WITH THIS SERIOUS INFRACTION. AGAIN MY VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION BUT THE OTHER DRIVER SAID IT APPEARED TO BE. I WASN'T INFORMED BY THE SALESMAN OF ANY DEFECTS OR ISSUES. THE DAY OF THE ACCIDENT I WAS DRIVING IN BROOKLYN NY ON REMSEN AVENUE. IMPACT OCCURRED ON REMSEN AND KINGS HIGHWAY. ANY ASSISTANCE WITH THIS WILL BE APPRECIATED. I PURCHASED THIS CAR CASH 6405.70 WHEN THE ASKING PRICE WAS 4670. I'VE BEEN RIPPED OFF AND COULD HAVE GOTTEN KILLED. HELP PLEASE.

Nov 23, 2020

Crash: 1

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 complaint

MOTOR BLOWN WHEN VEHICLE HAD 130000 MILES AFTER REGULAR OIL CHANGES.

Oct 29, 2020

SUSPENSION,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaint

I HAVE EXPERIENCED LOSS OF CONTROL OF THIS VEHICLE SEVERAL TIMES, INCLUDING TODAY. AS I HAVE FAITHFULLY MAINTAINED MY CAR, I HAVE COME TO THE CONCLUSION THE DESIGN OF THE CAR IS THE ISSUE. SPECIFICALLY, WHEN I ATTEMPT TO APPLY THE BRAKES, THE CAR WILL NOT BRAKE PROPERLY AND IS VERY HARD TO CONTROL. TODAY, I EXPERIENCED THE CAR HYDROPLANE AND THANK GOODNESS NO OTHER CAR WAS IN FRONT OF ME OR ON THE SIDE BECAUSE IT TOOK ME AT LEAST TWO MINUTES BEFORE I COULD GAIN CONTROL AGAIN. THIS OCCURED WHEN I MADE A RIGHT TURN WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 25MPH AND NO PUDDLES OF WATER WERE PRESENT. EARLY APRIL, I HAD A SIMILAR INCIDENT WHERE I HAD TO PUMP THE BRAKES SEVERAL TIMES, ALTHOUGH MY BRAKES WERE REPLACED A FEW WEEKS PRIOR. BACK IN DECEMBER 2019, I HAD A SIMILAR INCIDENT ON THE HIGHWAY I-95 WHILE DRIVING HOME. I HAVE IT DOCUMENTED THROUGH AAA. MY TIRE BLEW AND THE CAR FAILED TO STOP. I TOOK IT TO MY DEALER AND ADVISED WHAT HAPPENED AND THEY INSISTED MY TIRES AND BRAKES WERE FINE. I DID SOME RESEARCH ONLINE TODAY AND FOUND I AM NOT THE ONLY CUSTOMER EXPERIENCING THIS ISSUE. I SAW SEVERAL CUSTOMERS STATING THEY RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE, HOWEVER, I HAVE NOT RECEIVED ONE. I AM VERY CONCERNED FOR MY SAFETY TO THE POINT I NO LONGER WANT TO DRIVE THIS VEHICLE.

Aug 26, 2020

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,EQUIPMENT

1 complaint

AIR CONDITIONING WENT OUT AT 80,0000 MILES.

Jul 14, 2020

STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY

1 complaint

MOONROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY ABOUT 60-65 MPH. *TR

Jun 15, 2020

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 complaint

I WAS GETTING OFF THE FREEWAY ON THE OFF RAMO AND CAME TO A RED LIGHT. WHEN THE LIGHT CHANGED GREEN MY CAR DIED AND I WAS IN LEFT TURN LANE. I COULDN'T MOVE THE CAR FORWARD. I DIDN'T HAVE AC AND THE CAR WOULD NOT START AT ALL. *TR

May 12, 2020

POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 complaint

THE CAR FEELS LIKE IT CAN'T GET POWER SHAKES SLOW TO ACCELERATE FOR HALF A BLOCK THEN ACCELERATION. IT'S HAPPENED 5 TIMES TODAY. OTHER DAYS IT SOUNDS LIKE IT'S NOT RUNNING SMOOTHLY AND THEN DOES OK AFTER AWHILE. THIS HAPPENED WITH CAR IN PARK, BACKING UP, GOING FORWARD, 2 DIFFERENT STOPS AT LIGHTS AND 2 MORE STOPS TIL I GOT HOME.

Mar 03, 2020

STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaint

MY ELANTRAS BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ALWAYS ON. MY TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT, EPS LIGHT, ABS LIGHT, AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ARE ALWAYS ON AS WELL. I SEE WHERE MY VEHICLE IS SHOWN THAT THE RECALLS HAVE ALREADY BEEN REPAIRED ON MY CAR AND I DO NOT BELIEVE THAT IS TRUE OR THIS WOULD NOT BE HAPPENING. MY BRAKES LIGHTS CONSTANTLY BEING ON IS A MAJOR PROBLEM BECAUSE THAT CAN CAUSE CONFUSION ON OTHER DRIVES AND ESPECIALLY WHEN I'M REALLY USING THEM TO SLOW DOWN. I'M ALWAYS HAVING TO CONSTANTLY REPLACE THE LIGHT BULBS ON THE LEFT HAND SIDE OF MY VEHICLE AS WELL WHICH IS ODD. I'M VERY CONCERNED AND FRUSTRATED AND WISH I WOULD RECEIVE ASSISTANCE IN FIXING THE PROBLEM. I HAVE NOT BEEN IN ANY WRECKS WITH MY VEHICLE EITHER. I ALSO HAD SOMEONE CHECK MY CAR FOR ANY CODES AND VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR CAME UP AS WELL AS BRAKE SWITCH.

Jan 15, 2020

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 complaint

WE WERE DRIVING TO TAKE ONE OF MY KIDS DR APPOINTMENT. WE STOPPED TO GET DRINKS FOR THE ROAD. WE TURNED THE CAR OFF CAME BACK TO LEAVE AND IT WOULD NOT START FIX THE PROBLEM THAT IT SAID AND THAT DIDNT FIX IT. WHEN YOU GO TO START IT IT WANTS TO TURN OVER BUT CANT CATCH EVERYTHING STILL WORKS THE WAY IT SHOULD PISTONS MOVE HAVE POWER TO EVERYTHING,TIMING CHAIN DIDNT JUMP THE SPARK PLUGS STILL ALL GET SPARK.

Jan 15, 2020

AIR BAGS,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaint

MY STEERING COLUMN MAKES AN AWFUL NOISE LIKE A CLICKING NOISE THE WHOLE TIME I'M DRIVING IT REALLY SCARES ME BUT I HAVE TO DRIVE IT BC IT'S MY ONLY MEANS OF TRANSPORTATION. NOW MY BREAK LIGHTS ALL THE WAY ACROSS DOESN'T WORK AND IT'S NOT A FUSE.LAST THING IS MY AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON ALSO WHICH SCARES ME .PLEASE SOME ONE HELP GET THESE ISSUES RESOLVED QUICKLY I'M THE SECOND OWNER SO I PROBABLY HAVEN'T GOTTEN THE RECALLS ABOUT THESE ISSUES.PLEASE PLEASE HELP ME .THANK YOU

Jan 06, 2020

AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 complaint

ON ENGINE START UP, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS ACTIVATED INDICATING FAILURE WITH EITHER THE AIRBAG OR SUPPLEMENT RESTRAINT SYSTEM. DEALER DIAGNOSTICS INDICATED THE "CLOCKSPRING" PART HAD FAILED. THIS PART HAS FAILED OFTEN ENOUGH THAT HYUNDAI HAS EXTENDED WARRANTY ON "SOME MODELS OF 2011-2014" ELANTRA, BUT NOT THE MODEL OF MY CAR EVEN THOUGH IT IS THE SAME PART THAT IS ON ALL 2011-2014 ELANTRA MODELS. SHOULD IT FAIL WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING, THEN THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY DURING AN ACCIDENT OR THE SUPPLEMENT RESTRAINT SYSTEM MAY NOT WORK. THE "CLOCKSPRING" PART CONNECTS TO THE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM.

Dec 02, 2019

STRUCTURE,SEATS

1 complaint

THE TRUNK LATCH FAILS AND THERE IS NO WAY TO GET INTO YOUR TRUNK FOR SPARE TIRES, MEDICATIONS, SAFETY ITEMS, ETC. WITHOUT DESTROYING AND CUTTING THROUGH THE BACK SEAT. IF YOU GOOGLE 2013 TRUNK LATCH FAILURE, IT IS VERY VERY COMMON. THIS SHOULD HAVE BEEN RECALLED. WE CARRY LIFE SAVING MEDICATIONS IN OUR TRUNK DAILY. IF SOMEONE WERE STRANDED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, ONLY TO FIND OUT THE LATCH FAILED, THEY WOULD BE IN DANGER. $400 TO REPAIR THIS ISSUE WHICH HAPPENS REPEATEDLY TO SOME CUSTOMERS IS NOT OK. HOW SAFE ARE SEATS THAT HAVE TO BE CUT THROUGH TO GET TO THE TRUNK LATCH? THEY SAID THE PARTS WON'T SHOW WHERE IT WAS CUT BEHIND THE SEATS, BUT IT SEEMS LIKE THAT WOULD AFFECT SAFETY AS WELL.

Oct 24, 2019

STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

1 complaint

THE STEERING WHEEL HAS A CLICK IN IT . THE EPS LIGHT AND TRACTION LIGHT CAME ON AT THE SAME TIME WENT TOO THE DEALERSHIP BUT THEY SAID IT WASN'T A RECALL ON THIS COMMON PROBLEM IT HAPPEN ALL AT ONCE AT CITY SPEED

Oct 13, 2019

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE

1 complaint

I WAS DRIVING THE CAR IN HEAVY TRAFFIC WHEN THE ENGINE SHUTDOWN AND WAS ALMOST RUN INTO BY SEVERAL CARS BEHIND AND BESIDE THE CAR. THE CARS ENGINE HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE SEIZED UP EVEN THOUGH THERE WAS NO WARNING OF EITHER LOW OIL PRESSURE OR HIGH ENGINE TEMP OR ANY ENGINE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR. THE ENGINE HAS BEEN REGULARLY MAINTAINED. THIS COLD HAVE BEEN A DISASTER HAD THE DRIVER OF THE VEHICLE HAD NOT TAKEN HEROIC MEASURES TO GET THE VEHICLE SAFELY PULLED OVER AND STOPPED. THIS ACTION COULD HAVE CAUSED THE DRIVER AND POSSIBLY THE OTHER VEHICLES BESIDE AND BEHIND SERIOUS INJURIES AND OR POSSIBLY A FATALITY. I HAVE DONE SOME RESEARCH ON THIS ISSUE AND THERE ARE OTHERS THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED TO. SOMETHING NEEDS TO BE DONE ABOUT THIS ISSUE BEFORE SOMEONE LOSES THEIR LIFE OVER IT.

Jul 20, 2019

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,AIR BAGS

1 complaint

TAKATA RECALL I HAVE RECENTLY HAD MY AIRBAG LIGHT COME ON ON MY CAR. I HAVE WAITED A MONTH OR TWO AND THE LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF. I HAVE DONE NUMEROUS AMOUNTS OF RESEARCH AND FOUND OUT THAT THIS IS AN EXTREMELY POPULAR MALFUNCTION WITH HYUNDAI SONATAS AND HYUNDAI ELANTRAS FROM THE YEAR OF 2012. THE PROBLEM HAPPENED RIGHT AFTER I ROLLED OVER MY 100,000 MILE WARRANTY SO IT WAS COVERED NO LONGER. THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN TO MANY PEOPLE AS THIS IS A VERY POPULAR CAR. I'VE HAD DIAGNOSTICS DONE ON MY CAR AND TOLD IT WAS THE CLOCK SPRING THAT HAS MALFUNCTIONED. REVIEWS ALSO HAVE THE SAME MALFUNCTION.

Jun 18, 2019

STEERING,POWER TRAIN,ENGINE

1 complaint

TAKATA RECALL THE ENGINE SURGING, KNOCKING, RPM WAS GOING UP, AND DOWN, THEN WOULD CAUSE THE CAR TO TAKE OFF FROM THE LIGHT LIKE A JET IN WHICH ALMOST CAUSED ME TO GET INTO CAR WRECKS, IT WOULD GO BELOW 40MPH, WHILE RPM WOULD BE UP AT 5 WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY THEN NOT GO FORWARD. THE CAR SHAKES SO BAD DUE TO THE SURGING OF THE TRANSMISSION

May 24, 2019

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEAT BELTS,SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaint

TAKATA RECALLS. MY RADIO BLUETOOTH DOESN'T WORK NOR DOES THE USB. I'M CONSTANTLY HAVING TO CHANGE REAR LIGHTBULBS. WHEN MY CAR REACHES A CERTAIN SPEED IT STARTS TO SHAKE. MY TIRE SENSOR PUT A HOLE IN MY TIRE. MY SEAT BELTS WILL NOT CONNECT. I'M JUST HAD TO CHANGE THE ALTERNATOR. AND THE ENGINE MAKES A TICKING SOUND.

May 20, 2019

Crash: 1

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 complaint

ABOUT 3 MONTHS AGO MY 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA BECAME SLUGGISH IN ACCELERATING. IT HAS GRADUALLY GOTTEN WORSE. I TRIED FUEL CLEANERS, PREMIUM GAS, AND NOW A TUNE UP REPLACING COIL PACKS AND PLUGS. THE VEHICLE CRAWLS AND DOES NOT ACCELERTE AS QUICK AS IT SHOULD. IT CUTS OFF OR REFUSES TO MOVE WHEN GIVEN GAS AT ALL STOPS. I SWITCH OFF THEN ON AT RED LIGHTS AS IT SEEMS TO WANT TO TAKE OFF WHEN THE ENGINE IS STARTED. WHEN I REACH ABOUT 50MPH THE RPM HAND GUNS AND THE BOTTOMS OUT TO STAY AT ZERO WITH NO CHANGE IN ACCELERATION. THERE IS NOW A WHIRRING NOISE SPORADICALLY COMING FROM THE ENGINE. AFTER THE TI E UP THE ISSUES CONTINUE WITH CUTTING OFF ,ROUGH IDLING, EXTREMELY SLOW SNAIL ACCELLERATION WITH THE ENGINE LIGHT ON.

Apr 25, 2019

STEERING,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM

1 complaint

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STABILITRAK AND TRACTION CONTROL WARNING INDICATORS FLASHED, THE STEERING WHEEL MADE AN ABNORMAL NOISE WHEN TURNED IN EITHER DIRECTION, AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED SLOWLY WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. RANCHO GRANDE MOTORS (1404 AUTO PARK WAY, SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93405, (805) 543-4745) WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES. THE VEHICLE WAS CURRENTLY AT THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 39,600.

Mar 26, 2019

STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE

1 complaint

MY 2013 ELANTRA SEDAN BUILT IN ALABAMA ON JUNE 14, 2013, AND EQUIPPED WITH A 1.8L ENGINE. I HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP BECAUSE IT CUT OFF ON ME WHILE DRIVING IN THE MIDDLE OF A CANYON, IN TRAFFIC. THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK. THE CARS STEERING LOCKED UP AND COULD NOT CONTROL THE CAR MORE THAN TO VEER IT OFF THE ROAD WITH THE FORWARD MOMENTUM FROM COMING DOWN A HILL. I WAS TOLD THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO THE OIL LEVEL BEING TOO LOW. I HAD JUST HAD IT REPLACED AND CHECKED ABOUT A WEEK BEFORE. THEN I WAS TOLD IT WAS A CONNECTING ROD THAT HAD BROKEN. I'VE LEFT THE CAR AT THE DEALERSHIP AT THE MOMENT BECAUSE I FEEL LIKE THIS IS A MANUFACTURING DEFECT AND WILL NOT PAY OUT OF POCKET FOR A REPAIR THAT WOULD BE COVERED IN CANADA.

Feb 22, 2019

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 complaint

MY BRAKE LIGHTS DO NOT WORK, I'VE HAD THEM REPLACED 3 TIMES. MY RPMS DO NOT WORK WHEN I PUSH THE GAS, THE VEHICLE WON'T GO MORE THAN 20 MPH, WHEN CHANGING MY GEARS, IT DOESN'T WORK, AND WHEN I AM AT A STOP LIGHT OR JUST SITTING IN A PARKING LOT WITH THE VEHICLE RUNNING IT TURNS OFF ON IT'S OWN. WHEN I TRY TO START THE VEHICLE IT WON'T TURN MOST THE TIME.

Dec 14, 2018

STEERING,AIR BAGS,ENGINE

1 complaint

INTERMITTENT ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATION. HAPPENS ONLY AFTER THE "VEHICLE CHECK IN PROGRESS". CAR HAS STARTED TO RUN ROUGH BOTH WHILE ACCELERATING AND AT A STOP. ACTS LIKE IT WILL SHUT OFF. HAVING TO PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL AND PAT THE GAS TO KEEP IT RUNNING. THERE IS A TSB FOR THIS ISSUE BUT NO ACTIVE RECALL. CONSTANT RUN AROUND AT THE SERVICE CENTERS. THEY SAY ITS NORMAL FOR IT TO RUN ROUGH. ALSO THE RUBBER STEERING COUPLER WENT BAD. WAS MAKING A THUD NOISE WHEN STEERING WHEEL WAS TURNED. ALSO A TSB FOR THIS....NO RECALL. BUT WAIT THERES MORE! THE CLOCK SPRING IS ALSO BAD! TSB FOR THIS TOO! BAD CLOCK SPRING RESULTS IN THE LOSS OF POWER TO THE BUTTONS ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE STEERING WHEEL. WHEN I REPLACED THE STEERING COUPLING, I FORGOT TO PLUG IN A WIRING HARNESS UNDER THE WHEEL AND THE BUTTONS STARTED WORKING AGAIN BUT HAD NO POWER STEERING. PLUGGED THE HARNESS BACK IN AND HAD STEERING BUT THE BUTTONS NO LONGER WORKED. PRETTY SURE HYUNDAI IS UPLOADING ERROR CODES AND GIVING PEOPLE THE RUN AROUND IN AN ATTEMPT TO GET MORE MONEY. RECALL THIS CRAP ALREADY BEFORE SOMETHING BAD HAPPENS. HOLD THIS COMPANY RESPONSIBLE FOR SELLING CRAP TO PEOPLE.

Dec 01, 2018

STEERING,SEAT BELTS

1 complaint

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE DRIVING, THE SEAT BELT WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HYUNDAI OF ST. AUGUSTINE (2898 U.S. 1, ST AUGUSTINE, FL 32086, (904) 797-7800) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CLOCK SPRING IN THE STEERING WHEEL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE IT WAS CAUSING THE SEAT BELT INDICATOR TO ILLUMINATE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THEY WOULD CONTACT THE DEALER. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 50,000.

Oct 15, 2018

POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE

1 complaint

TIMING CHAIN IS DAMAGED AND CAR IS ONLY 5 YEARS OLD AND HAVE KEPT UP WITH THE MAINTENANCE

Oct 10, 2018

STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING

1 complaint

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE DRIVING 54 MPH, THE SERVICE INDICATORS ILLUMINATED, THE HEADLIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE, AND THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND ATTEMPTED TO TURN THE HEADLIGHTS ON AND OFF, BUT THEY FAILED TO RESPOND. THE CONTACT CONTINUED DRIVING, BUT THE VEHICLE STALLED AND FAILED TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS PUSHED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT CALLED VAN HYUNDAI (1301 S INTERSTATE 35E, CARROLLTON, TX 75006, (972) 437-8334), BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURES. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE.

Jul 26, 2018

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ENGINE

1 complaint

I AM THE ONLY OWNER OF MY 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA THAT I BOUGHT BRAND NEW. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL ISSUES ELECTRICAL WITH LIGHTING TURNING ON AND OFF - I THOUGHT I WAS BURNING THROUGH BULBS QUICKLY BUT I CAN GO OVER A BUMP AND BRAKE LIGHTS OR INTERIOR LIGHTS WILL START TO WORK AGAIN. THIS HAS BEEN ONGOING. I RECENTLY STARTED HEARING A LOUD ENGINE KNOCK WHICH THE HYUNDAI DEALERSHIP TOLD ME IS NORMAL AND WOULD GO AWAY ONCE IT WARMED UP. TURNS OUT WHEN I TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC WHO IS HONEST AND KNOW WHAT HE IS TALKING ABOUT THAT IT IS A WRIST PIN....WHICH MEANS A WHOLE NEW ENGINE. MY CAR IS NOW JUST OUT OF WARRANTY AND HYUNDAI DOES NOT WANT TO ASSIST EVEN THOUGH THERE ARE MANY CASES WITH 2013 HYUNDAI MOTORS THAT ARE BAD. THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL ON THIS BUT ISN'T. THE NHTSA SHOULD STEP IN AND MAKE HYUNDAI DO THE RIGHT THING.

Jun 12, 2018

AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED ON - TOOK TO DEALER TO FIND OUT WHY - TOLD THE AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE NEEDED REPLACED (CODE B1620) AT A WHOPPING COST OF $1400! PLUS THE $110 IT COST ME TO HAVE IT DIAGNOSED. I HAVE A WARRANTY HOWEVER THIS SAFETY ISSUE IS NOT COVERED AND I FIND THAT VERY UPSETTING AS THERE ARE MANY COMPLAINTS ON AIR BAGS NOT GOING OFF BECAUSE OF THIS UNIT! THE CAR IS 5 YEARS OLD AND HAS LESS THAN 100,000 MILES ON IT. THIS SHOULD NOT GO BAD AND IF IT DOES HYUNDAI SHOULD TAKE CARE OF IT AS IT IS A SAFETY ISSUE! HOW MANY PEOPLE HAVE TO BE SERIOUSLY INJURED OR WORSE DIE BEFORE HYUNDAI GETS INVOLVED? ITS A SAFETY ISSUE THAT SHOULD BE COVERED - OBVIOUSLY PROFITS OUT WEIGH SAFETY WITH THEM.

May 31, 2018

STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE

1 complaint

1. ENGINE NOISE (KNOCKING SOUND, TICKING SOUND) 2. AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM FAILED TOO EARLY AND REPLACED IT AROUND 45,000 MILES. 3. AXLE BOOT (LEFT SIDE) GREASE LEAKED TOO EARLY (AROUND 50,000 MILES) 4. INNER FENDER (RIGHT SIDE) TORE DOWN. REPLACED 5. TWO BUBBLE TIRES (WE CHANGED THE TIRE EIGHT MONTHS AGO!) REPLACED 6. CLICKING SOUND ON PASSENGER SIDE DOOR WHEN I CHANGED THE GEAR (50,200 MILES) 7. ENGINE MOUNT REPLACEMENT (35,570 MILES)

Apr 25, 2018

STEERING,POWER TRAIN,EXTERIOR LIGHTING

1 complaint

I HAVE BEEN HAVING ELECTRICAL ISSUES FOR ABOUT 1 1/2 YEARS. THE RADIO TURNS OFF WHEN BREAKING AND SIGNALING. NOT EVERY TIME BUT ABOUT 2/3 OF THE TIME. OCCASIONALLY THE DASH WILL GO OUT. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKER (ALL THE TIME) AS WELL AS THE HEAD LIGHTS. NOT SURE ABOUT THE BACK LIGHTS BECAUSE I CAN'T SEE THEM BUT I ASSUME. THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE DOES NOT LIGHT UP SOMETIMES. NO BARS ARE DISPLAYED. THE TRIP COMPUTER RESETS AT LEAST 4 TIMES A WEEK. THE AVG MPG, MPH, TRIP A AND B WILL START OVER AT 0.0. TURNING LEFT MAKES THE CAR SHUTTER AND TURN OFF IN MID TRAFFIC OR WHEN IN A DRIVE THRU. THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKS UP/STIFF STEERING. THE EPS LIGHT COMES ON. HAVE TO TURN CAR OFF AND BACK ON TO ALLEVIATE THE ISSUE. WHILE THE CAR IS IDLING WITH THE AIR CONDITIONER ON THE CAR WILL CYCLE AND JUST ABOUT TURN OFF

Nov 01, 2017

STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE WHEN A LOUD EXPLOSIVE SOUND LIKE A GUNSHOT OCCURRED. THE CAR SHOOK VIOLENTLY, I THOUGHT I HAD BEEN HIT, ALTHOUGH NOTHING HAD BEEN CLOSE TO ME. WHEN I REALIZED I WAS STILL DRIVING ON ALL FOUR TIRES AND NOT FLIPPING END FOR END, THOUGH THE WHEEL WAS STILL VIBRATING VIOLENTLY, I FELT GLASS RAINING DOWN ON MY HEAD AND THERE WAS EXTENSIVE AIR NOISE. I LOOKED UP AND ALMOST ALL THE ENTIRE PANORAMIC SUNROOF WAS GONE, AND WHAT WAS LEFT WAS FALLING ON MY HEAD. THE ROAD WAS SMOOTH, THERE WAS NO OVERPASS NEAR, AND NO CARS WERE IN MY IMMEDIATE VICINITY. I PULLED OFF THE INTERSTATE AND CALLED THE DEALERSHIP.

Oct 13, 2017

AIR BAGS,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

1 complaint

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE INDICATOR CURRENTLY REMAINS ILLUMINATED. THE LOCAL DEALER (RICK CASE HYUNDAI DULUTH, 3180 SATELLITE BLVD NW, DULUTH, GA, 30096, 855-254-5290) ADVISED THE CONTACT TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE APPOINTMENT WAS NOT SCHEDULED DUE TO THE DIAGNOSTIC FEE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO TRIED TO RESET THE AIR BAG SENSOR AND DIAGNOSED THAT THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO THE CLOCK SPRING. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THEY COULD NOT GUARANTEE THAT IT WAS THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE AND THAT IT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL ON THE VEHICLE. DUE TO THE VEHICLE BEING OUTSIDE OF THE 60,000 MILE WARRANTY, THE CONTACT WOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE REPAIR COSTS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 70,000.

Sep 26, 2017

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

1 complaint

OUR CRUISE CONTROL (CC) SWITCHES ON THE STEERING HAVE STOPPED WORKING! THE BEHAVIOR WAS UN-PREDICABLE AND DANGEROUS FOR WHILE WHEN HITTING CANCEL BUTTON WOULD "ENGAGE" THE CC. THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE SINCE IT COULD CAUSE ACCIDENTS. I BELIEVE THIS IS DUE TO THE POOR DESIGN ON THE CONNECTOR THAT CONNECTS THE WIRES FROM THE CC SWITCHES TO THE STEERING CASE. THE CONNECTOR IS PLACED RIGHT UNDER THE HORN COVER AND WE BELIEVE THE CONNECTOR GETS SQUEEZED EVERY TIME THE HORN IS USED. I TESTED THIS MYSELF AND WAS ABLE TO GET THE CC TO WORK AFTER LIFTING THE HORN COVERS FORWARD SECTION WHICH REDUCED THE PRESSURE FROM THE CONNECTOR RIGHT UNDERNEATH IT ! WHEN I DID THIS, HITTING THE CC. ONCE AGAIN THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE CAUSE DRIVERS COULD ASSUME THEY ARE DISABLING THE CC, WHEN THEY COULD ACTUALLY BE ACTIVATING CC WHICH WILL CAUSE ACCIDENTS.

Aug 26, 2017

STEERING,STRUCTURE,SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaint

ON JULY 14, 2017, I WAS DRIVING MY 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA AND WAS ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN AT A SIGNALIZED INTERSECTION AT A SPEED OF ABOUT 15 MILES PER HOUR. ABOUT MIDWAY INTO THE TURN THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED AND I COULD NOT TURN THE STEERING WHEEL TO COMPLETE THE LEFT TURN. IN ADDITION, I WAS BRAKING AND THE ABS BRAKING DID NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY AND DID NOT STOP THE VEHICLE UNTIL IT RAN INTO A CONCRETE CURB. THE RESULT OF THE MALFUNCTIONS OF THE STEERING AND BRAKING ON MY 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA WAS DAMAGE TO THE FRONT RIGHT OF THE VEHICLE, INCLUDING BUMPER, WHEEL, TIRE, RADIATOR SUPPORT, ETC. I AM VERY THANKFUL THAT I WAS NOT HIT BY ANOTHER VEHICLE OR INJURED. I AM CONCERNED ABOUT THE PERFORMANCE - OR THE LACK THEREOF - ON JULY 14TH. SOMETHING HAPPENED AND NO ONE SEEMS TO BE ABLE TO EXPLAIN IT DESPITE INSPECTING SCANNING CODES, ETC. THE VEHICLE ENGINE KEPT RUNNING, THE KEY WAS IN THE IGNITION, AND THERE WAS DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIRBAG(S). THERE HAVE BEEN OTHER COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE ELECTRIC ASSISTED STEERING AND BRAKING ON THE 2013 ELANTRA ACCORDING TO RESEARCH. I WANT TO MAKE YOU AWARE OF AN ADDITIONAL COMPLAINT REGARDING MY ELANTRA. THE DAMAGE REQUIRED REPLACEMENT FRIGHT FRONT WHEEL, RIGHT FRONT TIRE, RIGHT FENDER LINER AND INNER BRACKET, RADIATOR SUPPORT, RIGHT HINGE PILLAR, RIGHT LOWER CONTROL ARM, RIGHT FENDER, PAINTING AND 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENT. THE VEHICLE STEERING MALFUNCTIONED AND LOCKED EVEN THOUGHT THE ENGINE WAS STILL RUNNING. THIS MALFUNCTION PROHIBITED ME FROM TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL AND COMPLETING THE LEFT TURN SAFELY. THE BRAKING SYSTEM FAILED AS IT DID NOT STOP THE VEHICLE AND I NOTICED A SLOW ABS SOUND VERSUS THE TYPICAL VERY RAPID ABS SOUND WHEN HARD BRAKING. THE MALFUNCTION OF THE STEERING AND THE BRAKES COULD HAVE CAUSED A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE BUT FORTUNATELY DID NOT.

Aug 08, 2017

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE

1 complaint

I BOUGHT A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA LIMITED NEW. 3 YEARS LATER THE CAR STALLS OUT WHEN STOPPED AND IT DIFFICULT TO START. HAVE TAKEN THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP SO MANY TIMES (10) WITHIN A 2 MONTH PERIOD, I USE THE LOANER MORE THAN MY OWN CAR. THE LAST TIME I PICKED IT UP THEY HAD CHANGED OUT THE TIMING COVER WITH OIL PUMP, CAM SHAFT AND TIMING CHAIN. CALLED ME TO COME PICK MY VEHICLE UP AS IT WAS READY. WHEN EXITING THE DEALERSHIP, I CAME TO THE STOP LIGHT AND THE CAR STALLED ONCE AGAIN WITH IT BEING DIFFICULT TO START. TURNED AROUND AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT DRIVE FASTER THAN 20 MPH. THE SERVICE MANAGER CAME OUT AND ASKED WHAT WAS WRONG. I ASKED HIM TO GET IN THE VEHICLE THAT THEY HAD JUST FIXED. HE DROVE IT AND THEY NOW HAVE MY CAR ONCE AGAIN AND I'M DRIVING THE LOANER. THEY CAN'T SEEM TO FIND OUT WHAT THE PROBLEM IS AND SAY THEY KEEP CALLING THE MANUFACTURER FOR INPUT. APPARENTLY NO ONE KNOWS WHAT IS WRONG AND I WILL NOT BUY ANOTHER HYUNDAI AS IT SEEMS THEY CAN'T REPAIR THEIR VEHICLES WITH THESE SIMILAR PROBLEMS.

May 09, 2017

VISIBILITY,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

LOW TO NO VISIBILITY WHEN REVERSING/BACKING UP. THE CONSUMER STATED THE THERE WAS A VERY LARGE BLIND SPOT LOOKING IN THE MIRROR WHILE REVERSING. THE CONSUMER WOULD LIKE TO BE ADVISED ON OPTIONS CONCERNING RETURNING THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. UPDATED 07/10/2017*JS

May 06, 2017

POWER TRAIN,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM

1 complaint

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKE LIGHTS REMAINED ILLUMINATED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS RELEASED, THE TRACTION CONTROL INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED, AND THE GEAR SHIFTER COULD BE SWITCHED FROM PARK TO DRIVE WITHOUT DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE PEDAL SWITCH, BUT THE FAILURES CONTINUED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 66,795.

Apr 18, 2017

SEAT BELTS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT WILL NOT FASTEN. AIR CONDITIONER IS NOT WORKING, CAR BLOWING HOT AIR.

Mar 03, 2017

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

THE ENGINE OF MY 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA GLS FAILED TO START THE MORNING OF 1/3/17 WHILE PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY. I TURNED THE KEY IN THE IGNITION NUMEROUS TIMES WITHOUT SUCCESS. THE DASH LIGHTS WOULD ILLUMINATE, BUT THE CAR WOULDN'T START OR EVEN TRY TO TURN OVER. AFTER APPX. 15 ATTEMPTS, IT FINALLY STARTED. I BOUGHT A NEW BATTERY HOPING THAT WOULD FIX PROBLEM. HOWEVER, THE PROBLEM REPEATED ON 1/18/17, AGAIN WHILE PARKED IN DRIVEWAY. AFTER ROUGHLY 50 ATTEMPTS TO START THE CAR AND TRYING TO WIGGLE THE GEAR SHIFT, IT FINALLY STARTED. I THEN DROVE TO THE DEALERSHIP AND LEFT THE CAR WITH THEM OVERNIGHT. THE FOLLOWING DAY I WAS ADVISED BY THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT THAT SINCE THEY COULD NOT GET THE CAR TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM OR TRIGGER ANY DIAGNOSTIC CODES, THEY COULD NOT REPAIR IT OR REPLACE ANY PARTS. FORTUNATELY, TO DATE I HAVE BEEN IN SAFE PLACES DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS WHEN MY CAR FAILED TO START. HOWEVER, I MAY NOT ALWAYS BE SO FORTUNATE AND COULD POSSIBLY BE STRANDED IN A VERY VULNERABLE LOCATION IN THE FUTURE. OUT OF THE 430 COMPLAINTS LISTED AGAINST THE 2013 ELANTRA ON THE NHTSA WEBSITE, ROUGHLY 7% OF THE OWNERS REPORTED EXPERIENCING THIS IDENTICAL PROBLEM. A FURTHER SEARCH OF THE INTERNET REVEALS MANY, MANY MORE SUCH COMPLAINTS. ONE MIGHT BELIEVE THAT COULD INDICATE THE EXISTENCE OF A WIDESPREAD PROBLEM; YET, IT DOES NOT APPEAR THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAS ISSUED ANY RECALLS OR SERVICE BULLETINS SPECIFIC TO MY VEHICLE MODEL TO ADDRESS/FIX THIS ENGINE FAILURE.

Jan 21, 2017

EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE

1 complaint

ENGINE FAILURE. ZERO COMPRESSION CYLINDER #1. SECOND TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED SINCE PURCHASE ON 10/18/2016. ALSO, TIRE PRESSURE PROBLEM, ESC LIGHT COMES ON, DASHBOARD GAUGES INOPERATIVE. FUEL MILEAGE BELOW WHAT IS ADVERTISED. NEITHER HUNDAI NOR ENTERPRISE WILL FIX THE PROBLEM AFTER REPEATED DEMANDS. ALSO, THERE IS A RECALL REGARDING "STOPPER PAD" AND STOP LAMP SWITCH. BOUGHT VEHICLE, CASH, FROM ENTERPRISE CAR SALES IN MONTCLAIR, CA. IT WAS A "CERTIFIED" USED CAR, SUPPOSEDLY. IMMEDIATELY I NOTICED THAT THE ENGINE SOUNDED "TINNY". SOUNDED LIKE A SEWING MACHINE, IT WAS KNOCKING. ALSO, WHEN I LIFTED THE OIL STICK, SMOKE CAME OUT OF ENGINE. THIS WAS WITHIN 2 WEEKS AFTER PURCHASE. THE CAR COMPLETELY LOST COMPRESSION ON INTERSTATE 10 IN APRIL, 2015. I TOLD BOTH HYUNDAI AND ENTERPRISE WHO IGNORED MY COMPLAINTS. FINALLY, AFTER SEVERAL COMPLAINTS AND THREATS, ENTERPRISE TOOK THE CAR IN AND SENT IT TO HYUNDAI DEALERSHIP WHO CLAIMED THERE WAS NO PROBLEM. THE CAR BEGAN LOSING POWER AGAIN IN SEPTEMBER, 2016 AND FINALLY STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET IN ARCADIA, CA. NO COMPRESSION. IT HAD TO BE TOWED TO MY HOUSE. I TOOK IT TO PRIVATE SHOP WHO SAID "ZERO COMPRESSION IN CYLINDER #1, POSSIBLE BURNED OUT VALVE '. SEE ATTACHED. CALLED HYINDAI AND ENTERPRISE AGAIN. BOTH DENIED RESPONSIBILITY, AND REFUSED TO DO ANYTHING. I HAVE TO NOW PAY OVER $1,000 TO GET ENGINE REBUILT. THIS CAR IS A LEMON AND I AM ENTTIED TO REFUND OR A NEW CAR.

Oct 18, 2016

SUSPENSION,AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaint

1. AIRBAG LIGHT HAS BEEN TURNING ON. NO APPARENT REASON BUT I WAS TOLD THAT IF IN AN ACCIDENT WILL NOT DEPLOYED. SINCE 10/12/2016 2. SUSPENSION IS NOT THE GREATEST, CAR WILL SWIRLED SOMETIMES IF EXCEEDING 40MPH HELLO I LIVE IN PUERTO RICO THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS 40MPH IN OUR ROADS... 3. TIRE SENSORS ARE CONSTANTLY BRAKING. 4. FRONT HEADLIGHTS SEEMS GET HUMIDITY WHEN IT RAINS OR GET TOO COLD. 5. BRAKES SOMETIMES DO NOT WORK AS THEY SHOULD, I STOP AND IT SEEMS TO KEEP GOING I WOULD HAVE TO BRAKE AGAIN TO MAKE IT STOP AND THESE IS NOT GOING MORE THAN 40 MPH.

Oct 17, 2016

STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

IF I HIT ANY BUMP IN THE ROAD WHILE DRIVING MY VEHICLE FISHTAILS CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO STEER INTO THE NEXT LANE. I DO NO KNOW WHAT IS CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO FISHTAIL. I BELIEVE THAT ONE DAY THIS CAN CAUSE AN ACCIDENT AND PUT MYSELF AND OTHERS AT RISK OF HITTING EACH OTHER.

Oct 11, 2016

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

1 complaint

I HAVE NOTICED THAT MY VEHICLE'S AIRBAG LIGHT IS TURNING ON AND OFF WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION ON A CITY STREET AND ON HIGHWAYS. I DO NOT KNOW WHAT TRIGGERS IT TO TURN OFF AND ON. IT ALSO TURNS ON AND OFF WHILE THE VEHICLE IS NOT IN MOTION. I BELIEVE THIS IS A MAJOR SECURITY ISSUE BECAUSE IF I AM INVOLVED IN A MAJOR CAR CRASH AND THE AIRBAGS ARE NOT ON THEN I WILL NOT BE SECURED.

Oct 11, 2016

STEERING,STRUCTURE,WHEELS

1 complaint

MY SON 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA WOULD NOT STOP CORRECTLY WHILE HE WAS DRIVING IT CAUSING IT TO TURN IN A SEMI CIRCLE AND ULTIMATELY CRASHING INTO A SHOULDER ON A FREEWAY TO STOP. AFTER WHICH THE WHEELS BROKE OFF ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF IT.

Sep 11, 2016

Crash: 1

STEERING,WHEELS,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

1 complaint

THE ESC INDICATOR/TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVATED WHILE I WAS DRIVING 50 MPH. I LOST COMPLETE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, THE CAR HEADED STRAIGHT FOR A CEMENT GUARDRAIL ON A BRIDGE. THE CAR DECELERATED, I WAS UNABLE TO STEER AND THE TIRES SCREECHED ON THE GROUND. I WAS ABLE TO PUSH THE ESC OFF BUTTON AND RECOVER CONTROL OF THE CAR, AVOIDING THE CRASH. I KNEW ABOUT THE OFF BUTTON ONLY BECAUSE WE HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM SINCE JUNE AND HYUNDAI WAS UNABLE TO FIX IT BECAUSE IT DID NOT DUPLICATE FOR THEM. PREVIOUSLY WE WERE DRIVING AT A VERY SLOW RATE OF SPEED, THIS TIME IT ALMOST KILLED MY DAUGHTER AND ME! MY CAR HAS BEEN WITH HYUNDAI AUTO-NATION, COLUMBUS, GA SINCE AUGUST 24, 2016 I CALLED ON AUGUST 25 BUT THE CAR VIN # WAS NOT ASKED OF ME, THE COMPLAINT TICKET NUMBER IS 1010763 THE FIRST TIME THE ESC ACTIVATED MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING. THE ESC TURNED ON, WHILE HE WAS ACCELERATING ONTO AN ON-RAMP BACK IN JUNE 2016. WE TURNED THE CAR OFF, RESEARCHED IT ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, FOUND THE "OFF" BUTTON AND BROUGHT TO HYUNDAI THE NEXT DAY AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO FIX THE PROBLEM! A WEEK LATER THE ESC TURNED ON IN A PARKING LOT WHILE I WAS DRIVING, HIT THE ESC OFF BUTTON AND THE CAR BEHAVED UNTIL AUG 24TH. I CALLED HYUNDAI TO REPORT, BUT SINCE IT DIDN'T OCCUR AGAIN, THEY SAID DO NOT BRING IT IN. ON AUGUST 24TH, THE ESC CAME ON WHILE I WAS IN A SCHOOL ZONE, I HIT THE OFF BUTTON, I TOOK THE OFF BUTTON OFF, TO SEE IF IT WOULD ACTIVATE AGAIN SO I COULD BRING IT INTO HYUNDAI (THEY SAID IT HAD TO BE MALFUNCTIONING AT THE TIME OF VISIT TO BE FIXED) IT MALFUNCTIONED! ALMOST KILLING MY MYSELF AND MY DAUGHTER! IF I HADN'T KNOWN ABOUT THE ESC OFF BUTTON, I WOULD DEFINITELY HAVE CRASHED!

Aug 29, 2016

SUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING

1 complaint

THE LIGHTS IN THE INSIDE COME ON BY IT SELF WHEN WHILE DRIVING THE DOME LIGHTS N THE OTHER PANEL LIGHT. SUSPENSION UNDER THE BOTTOM OF THE CAR RATTLE. ALSO WHEN STOPPING THE CAR WHEN IT RAINING IT SLIDS

May 10, 2016

SUSPENSION,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 complaint

I HAVE TAKEN MY HYUNDAI ELANTRA INTO RED MCCOMBS HYUNDAI IN SAN ANTONIO TX. ON I-10 WEST SEVERAL TIMES ONLY TO BE TOLD THAT THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WIT THE STRUTS. AND THEY DID WORK ON THE SURGING PART OF THE ENGINE BUT IT STILL SURGES WHEN SPEEDING UP. I WAS TOLD BY FIRESTONE THAT THE STRUTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, AND I WAS TOLD BY TWO DIFFERENT MECHANICS HERE IN KERRVILLE, TX THE SAME THING BUT THEY SAID I WAS UNDER WARRANTY AND SHOULD TAKE IT BACK TO THE DEALER AND INSIST THEY REPAIR IT. SO I'LL TRY ONE MORE TIME. THE FRONT END MAKES A LOUD CLICKING SOUND WHEN TAKING OFF AND FEELS LIKE IT BOTTOMS OUT WHEN YOU HIT A BUMP. IT IS A BIT NERVE RACKING. THE LAST MECHANIC TOLD ME TO TAKE IT BACK TO THE DEALER ON 3/14/2016. THIS PROBLEM IS TWO YEARS OLD NOW, [XXX] 'INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).' *BF

Mar 16, 2016

STEERING,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

1 complaint

THERE ARE SEVERAL ISSUES WITH THIS VEHICLE 1. STEERING- THE ELECTRIC STEERING MAKES THIS VEHICLE HARD TO MAINTAIN A STRAIGHT LINE ON THE FREEWAY. THE AUTO STEERING OR SELF CORRECTING STEERING IS DANGEROUS AND SHOULD HAVE AN OFF SWITCH. 2.TRACTION CONTROL- THE TRACTION CONTROL IS DANGEROUS IN ICE,SNOW AND RAIN. IT HAS THE OPPOSITE EFFECT IN THESE CONDITIONS, IT WOULD SAFER AND WOULD HAVE MORE CONTROL IF IT IS SIMPLY TURNED OFF. 3. STALLING- THE VEHICLE STALLS VERY EASY, BUT I BELIEVE IT DUE TO SAVING GAS AT IDLE WITH LOWER RPM. (MANUAL TRANSMISSION) REQUIRES MORE GAS WHEN STARTING FROM A STOP THAN ANY VEHICLE I'VE HAVE OWNED. 4. TPS- TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR NEVER WORKS ALWAYS SAYS THERE IS AN ISSUE EVEN AFTER REPLACING SENSORS. THESE PROBLEMS ARE CONSTANT SINCE PURCHASE!

Dec 25, 2015

POWER TRAIN,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER

1 complaint

CAR STARTS BUT WON'T STAY ON, NEW BATTERY INSTALLED, STILL DOESN'T TURN ON, IN GARAGE AND IS BEING TOWED TO DEALERSHIP. WINDOWSHIED FOG CONSTANTLY, AND ALL F A SUDDEN AFTER 10 MINUTES AND ONLY WAY TO DEFOG---OPEN WINDOWS., HAPPENS EVERY AM AS DRIVING TO WORK ON FREEWAY OR HOME AT NIGHTS. THE CAR IS WELL MAINTAINED. GAS MILEAGE IS NOT 33 MILES PER GALLON. DISAPPOINTED. ALSO SUN ROOF DOESN'T CLOSE, WAS FIXED, AND STILL DOESN'T CLOSE ALL THE WAY WITHOUT ME DOING FANCY MANEUVER WITH SWITCH. CONCERNED- MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE!!

Nov 08, 2015

STEERING,SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

REAR OF THE VEHICLE TENDS TO FISHTAIL OR SWAY AT SPEEDS ABOVE 40 MPH WHILE OPERATING ON SNOW COVERED ROADS, DURING RAINY ROAD CONDITIONS, WHEN THE VEHICLE TRAVELS UNEVEN PAVEMENT SUCH A STEEL BRIDGE DECK JOINTS. I CHECKED AND THERE WERE APPROXIMATELY 20 SIMLIAR COMPLAINTS IN THE FIRST 80 COMPLAINTS THAT I LOOKED AT. SO 25% PERCENT OF THE FIRST 80 COMPLAINTS THAT I LOOKED AT FOR AGAINST THIS CAR ARE SIMILAR IN NATURE. THESE CONDITION IS VERY DANGEROUS AND SHOULD BE ADDRESSED. I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP AND HE DECLINED TO SAY THERE ARE ANY KNOWN ISSUES AS DESCRIBED. I JUST MOUNTED MY WINTER TIRES AND WAS MADE AWARE OF SEVERE WEAR AS IF ONLY 1/3 OF TIRE IS ACTUALLY IN CONTACT WITH THE ROAD SURFACE. IF THIS IS THE CASE, THAT WOULD EXPLAIN WHY THE CAR IS UNSTABLE IN POOR WEATHER CONDITIONS. I JUST HAD THE ALIGNMENT CHECKED AND IT WAS FINE. THE POOR DESIGN OF THE REAR END AS FAR AS TRACKING GOES COULD EXPLAIN WHY TIRES ARE WEARING OUT PREMATURELY AND WHY THE VEHICLES FISHTAIL. LISTED BELOW ARE SIMILAR COMPLAINTS: NHTSA ID NUMBER 10785827 10782948 10782179 10777921 10776596 10749640 10748705 10726713 10722309 10721075 10716682 10713795 10712467 10706333 10704445 10695023 10694257 10691288 10680416

Nov 04, 2015

STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaint

I WAS PARKING MY CAR IN A PARKING LOT OF A STORE. I SLOWED DOWN AND APPLIED THE BRAKES. SOMEHOW THE BRAKES FAILED AND I HIT ANOTHER CAR. THE COLLISION STOPPED THE CAR. I HAVE ONLY HAD THE CAR FOR 1 YEAR AND FEEL VERY UNSAFE.

Oct 13, 2015

Crash: 1

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 complaint

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE IGNITION WAS INACTIVE AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ROADSIDE SERVICE WAS ABLE TO START THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. THIS WAS A RECURRING FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 17,840.

Jul 28, 2015

SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE

1 complaint

THIS HAS BEEN AN ONGOING ISSUE, WHEN HITTING ANY TYPE OF BUMP IN THE ROAD, THE REAR OF THE CAR FEELS LIKE IT IS GOING TO FISHTAIL, WORSE ON WET ROADS. THE ABS BRAKES WORK AND THEN THEY DON'T, THE STEERING WILL FEEL LOOSE AND THEN TIGHT. I HAVE NOTICED THERE IS A LOT OF COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE CAR FEELING LIKE IT IS GOING TO FISHTAIL OR HAS WHEN HITTING BUMPS AND YET, NO RECALL IS FORCED ON HYUNDAI. I GUESS IT TAKES A FATALITY TO GET ANYTHING DONE. A CAR SHOULD NEVER FEEL LIKE IT IS GOING TO FISHTAIL WHEN HITTING BUMPS. THE ENGINE HESITATES WHEN GOING UPHILL OR WHEN ACCELERATOR IS PRESSED QUICKLY.

Jun 22, 2015

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 complaint

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE EMITTED SMOKE OUT OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 14,000.

Jun 05, 2015

SUSPENSION,TIRES

1 complaint

I FEEL VERY UNSAFE DRIVING THE 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE BRAND NEW IN NOV 2013. IN JULY 2014 FOR THE FIRST TIME MY TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT WENT ON. I HAVE MY CAR SERVICED AT MY HYUNDAI DEALER REGULARLY. EVERY SERVICE I MENTION THIS PROBLEM. AS OF APRIL 1ST THE LIGHT HAS COME ON ONCE A WEEK. THE TIRES GET DANGEROUSLY LOW (22LBS). TODAY APR. 23 I BROUGHT MY CAR IN AGAIN FOR SERVICE AND RECEIVED THE SAME RUN AROUND ABOUT THE TIRES. THEY ROTATED THEM AND TOLD ME THERE WAS NO SIGNS THAT ANYTHING WAS WRONG WITH THEM. ALSO THE CAR DOES NOT SEEM SOLID WHEN DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. IT JUMPS AND SWAYS AT EVERY LITTLE BUMP. MY BRAKES WERE ALSO VIBRATING. TODAY THE TOLD ME IT WAS A PULSATION AND CHARGED ME $190 TO SUPPOSEDLY REMEDY THE PROBLEM WHICH REMAINS TO BE SEEN BECAUSE AND DOESN'T HAPPEN ALL THE TIME. NO PARTS WERE INVOLVED IN THIS FIX. THE COST WAS LABOR. THIS VEHICLE CURRENTLY HAS 27,000 MILES ON IT. I FEEL THE HYUNDAI PEOPLE HAVE VERY LITTLE REGARD FOR THEIR CONSUMERS SAFETY. *TR

Apr 23, 2015

PARKING BRAKE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 complaint

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN PARK WITH THE EMERGENCY BRAKE ENGAGED, IT STARTED MOVING AND ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO NUMEROUS VEHICLES WHILE IT CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE PASSENGER SUSTAINED BROKEN RIBS, AS WELL AS HEAD AND LEGS INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 7,000.

Apr 16, 2015

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

STEERING,SUSPENSION,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 complaint

WHEN GOING OVER ANY ROAD DEFECTS OR ABNORMALITIES, WHILE DRIVING THE CAR, I HAVE BECOME AWARE OF HOW THE SUSPENSION IS ON THIS VEHICLE MAKES NOISES, FISHTAILS, AND SEEMS TO BOTTOM OUT WITH ANY SPEED BUMP. REAR WHEELS SEEM TO LOSE TRACTION WHEN HITTING ANY TYPE OF SMALL HOLE, CRACK, OR DROP IN ROAD FLATNESS. SUSPENSION ALSO SWAYS AWKWARDLY WITH CERTAIN TURNS. ONLY GETTING MORE AND MORE NOTICEABLE AS THE CAR CONTINUES TO AGE. *TR

Apr 08, 2015

AIR BAGS,EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaint

I WAS COMING OFF OF INTERSTATE 95 ONTO MY EXIT AND I APPLIED MY BRAKE TO SLOW MY CAR BUT MY BRAKE APPARENTLY GAVE OUT AND WAS NOT WORKING . IT MAKE A LOUD SOUND LIKE IT WAS TRYING TO HOLD BUT IT DIDN'T AND IN ORDER TO STOP MY CAR FROM HITTING ANY OTHERS OR PEOPLE STANDING AT THE SIDE OF THE ROAD I TRIED STEERING IT TOWARD THE CLOSEST CURB SO THAT I COULD PREVENT AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE WITHIN MY POWER. MY AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY BUT THE CAR HIT HARD ENOUGH THAT MY FACE SLAMMED INTO THE STEERING WHEEL, I SUSTAINED A CONCUSSION AND DAMAGED MY FACE AND GLASSES. I HAVE MUSCLE STRAINS IN MY BACK, NECK AND STILL A SWOLLEN EYE AND CHEEK BONE. *TR

Feb 02, 2015

Crash: 1

AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 complaint

DRIVER WAS MAKING A LEFT TURN INTO A PARKING SPACE ON 2ND FLOOR OF PARKING GARAGE. AS THE LEFT TURN WAS MADE, THE ELANTRA GT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED BY ITSELF INTO A WALL, HITTING A POLE AND THE WALL. HYUNDAI IS INVESTIGATING. DEALER IS USELESS. RIGHT NOW UNSURE HOW TO PROCEED. EXTERIOR CAN BE FIXED, BUT WHAT ABOUT THE PROBLEM? *TR

Jan 20, 2015

Crash: 1

SUSPENSION,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 complaint

AS OTHERS HAVE MENTIONED, I HAVE HAD BOTH PROBLEMS STARTING THE VEHICLE (THE CAR COULD NOT BE STARTED ON TWO OCCASIONS SO FAR, DESPITE HAVING ADEQUATE FUEL AND A CHARGED BATTERY), AND WITH THE REAR OF THE CAR SWINGING OUT WHEN TRAVELING OVER A BUMP OR ON SLIPPERY ROAD CONDITIONS (EVEN AT SPEEDS AS LOW AS 35 MPH, THERE IS A NOTICEABLE KICK FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE, WHICH HAS WORSENED WITH TIME). FOR BOTH CASES, THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO FIND AN ISSUE, AND/OR SAID ANY KIND PROBLEM WAS "WITHIN TOLERANCE." *TR

Dec 26, 2014

EXTERIOR LIGHTING,AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE,ENGINE

1 complaint

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE CAR. IT WAS A DARK ROAD IN THE NIGHT. PERHAPS SHE DIDN'T SEE THE STOP SIGN AND CRASHED INTO A VEHICLE COMING FROM RIGHT HAND SIDE, GOING IN THE SAME DIRECTION MY WIFE WAS GOING. MY WIFE CRASHED THE OTHER VEHICLE FROM BEHIND. IT WAS SERIOUS CRASH IN WHICH THE ENTIRE FRONT PORTION OF THE CAR IS DAMAGED. BUT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT COME OUT. MY WIFE HAD HER HEAD HIT THE STEERING WHEEL AND HAD AN INJURY. MY COMPLAINT IS "WHY DID THE AIR BAG NOT INFLATE IN SUCH A SERIOUS CRASH?" ..UPDATED 10/06/14 *BF. UPDATED 05/13/2015 *JS

Sep 26, 2014

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 complaint

WHILE TURNING INTO A PARKING SPOT. MY CAR SUDDENLY JUMPED AND ACCELERATED AND SLAMMED INTO A CONCRETE BARRIER. THE AIR BAG ALSO DID NOT DEPLOY. *TR

Sep 16, 2014

Crash: 1

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,POWER TRAIN,STRUCTURE

1 complaint

ON JULY 18, 2014, MY 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA RAN INTO A SUBWAY RESTAURANT AT 12150 S. CICERO, ALSIP, IL. I WAS GOING INTO THE SUBWAY PARKING LOT, MY GOAL WAS TO PARK, BUT MY CAR DID NOT STOP WHEN I PUT ON MY BRAKES. MY CAR KEPT GOING; IT DROVE OVER THE SIDEWALK, THROUGH THE SCRUBS, AND HIT THE BUILDING HEAD ON. HITTING THE BUILDING IS WHAT STOPPED MY VEHICLE, MY AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. I THEN PUT ON THE BRAKES, PUT IT IN REVERSE AND BACKED OFF THE BUILDING, BACKING INTO THE PARKING PLACE THAT I WAS ORIGINALLY GOING INTO TO PARK. ONCE MY CAR WAS PARKED, IT BEGAN TO SMOKE. I GOT OUT OF THE CAR, LOOKED AT THE DAMAGE TO MY CAR AND THE SUBWAY BUILDING, CALLED MY INSURANCE COMPANY, STATE FARM AND MY SON. THE 2 EMPLOYEES IN THE SUBWAY, CALLED THE POLICE AND THE SUBWAY RESTAURANT OWNER. *TR

Aug 12, 2014

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

SUSPENSION,TIRES,WHEELS

1 complaint

CAR PURCHASED NEW (LIMITED TRIM) IN DECEMBER 2012. DURING WINTER 2013 (DEC/JAN TIMEFRIME), I HIT A SIGNIFICANT POTHOLE ONA LOCAL HIGHWAY ON-RAMP BLOWING OUT THE FRONT PASSENGER-SIDE TIRE. AFTER BEING TOWED TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP (NO SPARE TIRE SUPPLIED), TIRE WAS REPLACED WITH A NEW IDENTICAL TIRE. SERVICE STATION CALLED ASKING FOR AUTHORIZATION TO REPLACE D/S FRONT TIRE ALSO SINCE IT HAD A SIDE-WALL BUBBLE. I DECLINED PERMISSION AND WHEN I PICKED UP THE CAR BROUGHT IT TO ADVANTAGE HYUNDAI FOR THE SECOND TIRE. ON JULY 11, 2014, I FOUND ANOTHER SIDEWALL BUBBLE ON THE D/S FRONT TIRE AND HAD THE SAME DEALER AGAIN SELL ME A NEW TIRE. TODAY 10 DAYS LATER, ANOTHER FRONT D/S TIRE SIDEWALL BUBBLE. NO ABNORMAL POTHOLES ENCOUNTERED. INCLUDING THE BLOWOUT, THIS IS FOUR TIRE FAILURES IN 19 MONTHS AND 25,000 MILES. TIRES ARE 17" LOW PROFILES AND RUBBER IS FROM HANKOOK. SITUATION IS UNSETTLING. THIS IS A DANGEROUS SITUATION FOR ANYONE DRIVING IN THIS VEHICLE. *TR

Jul 23, 2014

STEERING,WHEELS

1 complaint

THE NIGHT I BOUGHT THIS CAR I DROVE HOME AND THERE WAS A SNOW DUSTING ON THE ROAD. THE CAR SEEMED TO FLOAT ALL OVER THE ROAD. WHENEVER I HIT A SMALL BUMP, POT HOLE, OR A SEAM IN THE ROAD (NO MATTER HOW SMALL) THE CAR JERKS OUT OF CONTROL AND SWERVES DANGEROUSLY ACROSS THE ROAD. I THOUGHT I HAD TO GET USED TO THE STEERING, BUT IT HAS BEEN A CONSTANT ISSUE. I AM VERY NERVOUS FOR WINTER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE CAR AND GET INTO A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. *TR

May 21, 2014

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

1 complaint

THE FIRST INCIDENT OCCURRED AS I WAS ON AN ON RAMP ABOUT TO MERGE ON TO A HIGHWAY. THE CAR LOST POWER AND ACTED LIKE IT WAS ABOUT TO STALL - THOUGH THERE WAS GAS (IT WAS ABOUT 1/4 FULL); ITS AN AUTOMATIC SO AS FAR AS I COULD TELL IT WAS NOT IN THE WRONG GEAR. IT REVVED UP BUT DID NOT GAIN ANY SPEED. SOMEHOW IT RECOVERED AND I WAS ABLE TO CONTINUE WITHOUT FURTHER INCIDENT. I AM NOT SURE WHERE THIS FALLS - BUT EVEN THOUGH WE BALANCE AND ROTATE THE TIRES EVERY 5000 MILES THE CAR HAS BEEN PULLING TO THE RIGHT. WHEN IT IS WINDY OR IF THE ROAD IS BUMPY YOU HAVE TO GRIP THE STEERING WHEEL VERY TIGHTLY TO KEEP IT IN THE LANE. *TR

May 09, 2014

AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS,SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaint

DURING MERGE ONTO A MAJOR DALLAS TOLLWAY, TRAFFIC BECAME STOPPED IN THE RIGHT LANE AND UPON APPLYING A HARD BRAKE OF MY CAR, THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKES FAILED TO ENGAGE, THE SEATBELT DID NOT LOCK, MY CAR FELT AS THOUGH IT WAS ACCELERATING EVEN THOUGH I WAS PRESSING THE BRAKE PAD HARD. I HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME ONCE AND THEN AGAIN BEFORE MY CAR STOPPED, STILL RUNNING. MY CAR SUSTAINED $8500 IN DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END, BUT THE AIR BAG DID NOT EVEN DEPLOY. I HAVE OWNED IT FOR 15 MONTHS AND HAVE NOT HAD AN ISSUE OF THIS NATURE IN THE PAST, HOWEVER I AM NOW CONCERNED OF THE SAFETY OF THIS VEHICLE. *TR

Jan 27, 2014

Crash: 1

SEATS

1 complaint

MY CAR WAS STOPPED IN A 45 MPH ZONE WHEN IT WAS REAR-ENDED BY A TRUCK. AT THE TIME OF COLLISION MY SEAT MOVED BACK RAPIDLY ON THE RAILS AND THE BACK OF THE SEAT FLIPPED DOWN SEVERAL STOPS. OF A PASSENGER HAD BEEN SEATED BEHIND ME SHE WOULD HAVE LIKELY BEEN INJURED. I WONDER IF THIS SEAT IS SAFE AND IF THERE HAVE BEEN SIMILAR INCIDENTS? IT COULD BE A RECALL ITEM. I WAS ADVISED BY HYUNDAI CUSTOMER SERVICE TO TAKE IT TO THE NEAREST DEALER AND HAVE IT CHECKED. THE CAR IS IN THE BODY SHOP AND NEAREST DEALER IS 60 MILES... *TR

Jan 21, 2014

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY

1 complaint

TWO ISSUES: (1) I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE ON MAY 26, 2013. I FOUND OUT THAT THE GOV. HAD ISSUED A RECALL FOR THE ELANTRA MODELS BUILT FROM 11-12-2010 THROUGH 3-5-2013. MY CAR WAS ASSEMBLED ON FEB, 22, 2013. I WAS NEVER TOLD ABOUT THIS AT TIME OF PURCHASE AND HAVE NEVER RECEIVED ANY NOTIFICATION FROM HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA. THE DEALERS ARE NOT RESPONSIVE. (2) THE "AUTO-DIMMING REARVIEW MIRROR WITH HOMELINK & COMPASS" RARELY FUNCTIONS. REAL PROBLEM IS THAT MIRROR IMAGE AND HEADLIGHTS ARE SAME INTENSITY/ CLARITY WHETHER UNIT IS TURNED ON OR OFF--VERY DANGEROUS AT NIGHT. THE DEALER I PURCHASED CAR FROM AND ANOTHER DEALER REFUSED TO INVESTIGATE. *TR

Jan 13, 2014

STEERING,SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaint

THE BRAKES MAKE HORRIBLE CREAKING AND GRINDING NOISES WHEN WET. SOMETIMES IT WILL EVEN CAUSE THE CAR TO SHAKE. I HAVE CONTACTED HYUNDAI SEVERAL TIMES AND THEY DO NOT TAKE THIS SERIOUS. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALERSHIP SEVERAL TIMES AND THEY HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO FIX IT. I JUST TOOK IT IN LAST WEEK AND THEY EVEN TRIED TO GET ME TO PAY 100 FOR A CLEANING OF THE BRAKE COMPONENTS, I FEEL I SHOULD NOT HAVE TO PAY TO FIX A PROBLEM WE HAVE HAD SINCE WE BOUGHT THE CAR NEW AND HAVE HAD IT IN SEVERAL TIMES AND THEY HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO FIX IT. I AM NOT CONFIDENT DRIVING THE CAR NOW AND CLEARLY NO ONE WOULD WANT IT BUY IT OFF US WHEN IT MAKES SUCH HORRIBLE NOISES. I ALSO BELIEVE IT CANNOT BE SAFE AND WILL CAUSE PREMATURE FAILURE OF THE BRAKE CALIPERS AND / OR POSSIBLE THE BALL JOINTS OR FRONT STEERING SUSPENSION. I THINK THEY HAVE A FAULTY DESIGN IN THE BRAKE HYDRAULICS AND THE DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURES BETWEEN THE FRONT AND REAR BRAKES ARE NOT RIGHT. *TR

Dec 27, 2013

TIRES,EQUIPMENT

1 complaint

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT EQUIPPED WITH A SPARE TIRE OR A JACK. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT WITHOUT A CELLULAR SIGNAL NO ONE COULD CONTACT ROAD SIDE ASSISTANCE TO CHANGE A FLAT TIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 6. UPDATED 04/17/14 MA

Dec 02, 2013

STRUCTURE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 complaint

ON 8/11/13 THE 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA THAT WAS PURCHASED 6/3/13 AT THE FRED BEANS DEALERSHIP IN DOYELSTOWN, PA. UNINTENTIONALLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A CONCRETE WALL IN THE PARKING LOT AT KING OF PRUSSIA MALL IN KING OF PRUSSIA PA. THE CAR WAS TURNING INTO A PARKING SPACE AND WHEN THE GAS PETAL WAS APPLIED THE CAR ACCELERATED FULL SPEED INTO THE WALL. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS HAS HAPPEN TO A CAR THAT WAS ONLY 9 WEEKS OLD. IT HAD HAPPENED IN OUR DRIVEWAY 4 WEEKS PRIOR TO THE COLLISION ON 8/11/13, BUT THE CAR WAS BROUGHT UNDER CONTROL AND WE ASSUMED IT WAS JUST NOT BEING FAMILIAR WITH A NEW CAR. THE CAR WAS IMMEDIATELY TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIPS BODY SHOP FOR INSPECTION AND A CLAIM WAS OPENED WITH HYUNDAI CUSTOMER ASSURANCE. THE CAR WAS INSPECTED BY AN INDEPENDENT INSPECTOR SEVERAL WEEKS LATER AND AFTER 6 WEEK WE HAVE RECEIVED A LETTER STATING THAT THERE WAS NO FAILURE ON THE MANUFACTURERS PART AND THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO. I HAVE REQUESTED TESTING RESULTS AND DOCUMENTATION FROM HYUNDAI AND I WAS TOLD IT WAS CLASSIFIED, SO I ASKED FOR A LIST OF TESTS PERFORMED AND IT CANNOT BE GIVEN TO US. WE HAVE RECEIVED SEVERAL LETTER FROM HYUNDAI, NONE OF WHICH HAD A PERSONS LAST NAME OR ANY NAME AT ALL. I HAVE HAD THE CAR'S BODY WORK REPAIRED AND HAVE TRIED TO TRADE THE CAR INTO THE DEALERSHIP FOR ANOTHER NEW CAR BUT THE DEALERSHIP WILL REQUIRE ANOTHER SUBSTANTIAL DOWN PAYMENT WHICH MAKES THIS OPTION UNFEASIBLE. THE DEALERSHIP HAS NOT HAD ANY CORRESPONDENCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER AND HAS REQUESTED I FORMALLY ASK FOR SOME MONETARY RELIEF TOWARDS THE NEW CAR REPLACEMENT. I HAVE MADE SEVERAL REQUESTS AND HAVE GOTTEN A FINAL "NO" DECISION FROM HYUNDAI. THE CAR HAS AND STILL SITS AT THE DEALERSHIP AND I WILL NOT ALLOW MY DAUGHTER TO DRIVE AN UNSAFE AN UNDOCUMENTED CAR. PLEASE LET ME KNOW HOW TO PROCEED.

Oct 02, 2013

Crash: 1

AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE,ENGINE

1 complaint

I REAR ENDED A CAR AND NEARLY TOTALED MY CAR. FOR SOME ODD REASON THE AIRBAG NEVER DEPLOYED DURING THE TIME OF IMPACT. *TR

Sep 14, 2013

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

SUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,TIRES,WHEELS

1 complaint

I PURCHASED A NEW 2013 ELANTRA GT IN MAY OF THIS YEAR. A WEEK AFTER TAKING IT HOME THE TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT WENT OFF WHILE DRIVING. WE PULLED OVER & IMMEDIATELY BLUE LINK SENT AN ALERT TELLING ME A MALFUNCTION IN MY TPMS WAS FOUND & TO TAKE THE CAR TO SERVICE ASAP. TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP & WAS TOLD THAT IS WAS A SIMPLE LEARNING FAILURE. RESET CODE & WAS SENT ON MY WAY. THE NEXT WEEK THE CAR DID THE SAME THING WITH THE TPMS. BACK TO THE DEALER IT WENT. HAD IT SCANNED AGAIN. WAS TOLD NOTHING WAS WRONG & THEY CLEARED THE CODES THRU BLUE LINK. I WAS THEN TOLD TO JUST IGNORE IT & IT SHOULD BE OK. MOSTLY IT IS JUST ELECTRONICALLY INTERFERENCE. I PARKED THE CAR & USED MY HUSBANDS CAR FOR A WHILE. I START USING MY CAR & GOING DOWN 295 IT HAPPENED AGAIN. PULLED OVER & BLUE LINK SENT THE ALERT AGAIN. CALLED THE DEALERSHIP & MADE AN APPOINTMENT. I WAS TOLD THAT THEY HAD A CERTIFIED HYUNDAI PROFESSIONAL TECHNICIAN THAT WAS GOING TO LOOK MY CAR OVER. AFTER 4 HRS OF WAITING I WAS GIVEN A PAPER ASKING ME NOT TO USE ELECTRONICS IN THE CAR AS THIS WAS CAUSING MY TPMS ISSUE. THEY PAPER WAS DATED MARCH 2007. REALLY? AT THAT POINT I WAS FRUSTRATED SO I CALLED HYUNDAI CORP OFFICE. AFTER AN HR CONVERSATION I WAS TOLD TO TAKE IT TO ANOTHER DEALERSHIP FOR SERVICE. SO THAT FRIDAY OFF THE CAR WENT TO ANOTHER DEALERSHIP. AT THE DEALERSHIP I WAS TOLD THAT THE CAR NEEDED AN ALIGNMENT BAD & THAT MY TIRES WERE OVER INFLATED BY 8LBS EACH. SO 3 HRS & A LOT OF PATIENCE I WAS TOLD THE CAR WAS ALL SET. 20 MINS AFTER LEAVING THE DEALERSHIP THE TPMS LIGHT GOES OFF AGAIN WITH THE BLUE LINK ALERT TO SERVICE THE CAR ASAP. THE FOLLOWING DAY BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP AGAIN. THIS TRIP I WAS TOLD I NEEDED A SENSOR CHANGED. 3 HRS LATER I LEAVE & HALF WAY HOME TPMS AGAIN. THAT'S 5 TIMES NO REPAIR. NOW THEY CAN'T PROVIDE ME A LOANER BUT WANT TO KEEP THE CAR OVERNIGHT. CAR HAS BEEN PARKED FOR 2 WEEKS WAITING. *JB

Sep 04, 2013

STEERING,SUSPENSION,AIR BAGS

1 complaint

WHEN I DROVE THE NEW CAR OFF THE LOT IT BEGAN PULLING TO THE RIGHT, BUT SINCE WE BOUGHT IT LATE ON A FRIDAY AFTERNOON I COULDN'T DO ANYTHING UNTIL THE FOLLOWING DAY. THE PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT ALSO CAME ON (I'M REFERRING TO THE LIGHT BY THE TACHOMETER, NOT THE ONE BELOW THE RADIO). BLUELINK PERFORMED AN INSPECTION REMOTELY & SAID TO TAKE THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP ASAP. THE FOLLOWING DAY WE TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP & THEY SAID THEY NEEDED TO KEEP THE CAR UNTIL MONDAY, BUT WE WERE MOVING TO A DIFFERENT CITY THEREFORE WE WOULD HAVE TO TAKE THE CAR TO A DEALERSHIP IN OUR NEW CITY INSTEAD. I TOLD THE STORY TO THE SERVICE DEPT, LEFT THE CAR THERE AT THE NEW DEALERSHIP, 2 DAYS LATER I CAME BACK TO GET IT. THE AIR BAG ISSUE WAS FIXED BUT NOT THE PULLING TO THE RIGHT. THE ALIGNMENT SPECIALIST CAME WITH ME TO TEST IT, REALIZED THAT IT WAS STILL PULLING, WE WENT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP & SWITCHED THE TWO FRONT TIRES & WENT AGAIN FOR ANOTHER TEST. THE SPECIALIST REALIZED THAT THE CAR WAS NOW PULLING TO THE LEFT. WE TEST DROVE THE CAR OVER 8 TIMES, THEY SAID ALIGNMENT WAS GOOD & ONLY ATTEMPTED TO ROTATE THE TIRES MULTIPLE TIMES, CAR STILL PULLED. I TOOK THE CAR TO A DIFFERENT DEALERSHIP, THEY AGREED THE CAR WAS PULLING BUT WOULDN'T DO ANYTHING BECAUSE ANOTHER DEALERSHIP HAD ALREADY INSPECTED IT & I WOULD HAVE TO PAY EVEN THOUGH THE CAR WAS BARELY TWO WKS OLD! I WENT BACK TO THE PREVIOUS DEALERSHIP, WE TESTED IT AGAIN WITH THE SERVICE MANAGER. THEY TRIED TO CONVINCE ME THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG, WHEN CLEARLY THE CAR STILL PULLS STRONGLY TO THE RIGHT. I HAD TO ESCALATE THE PROBLEM TO HYUNDAI USA AS THE DEALERSHIP WOULDN'T DO ANYTHING FURTHER. AFTER READING THE OWNERS MANUAL, IT CLEARLY STATES THAT THE POWER STEERING SHOULD BE CHECKED IF THE CAR IS IN ALIGNMENT, YET PULLING TO ONE SIDE. THE DEALERSHIP NEVER RECOMMENDED THIS, NOR DID ANY TESTING OF THE STEERING. *TR

Aug 06, 2013

STEERING,WHEELS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

I PURCHASED THE CAR IN MARCH, IT WAS MY FIRST TIME BUYING A NEW CAR. WITHIN THE FIRST COUPLE OF DAYS AFTER BUYING THE CAR I NOTICED A FEW RATTLING AND CLANKING NOISES. I BELIEVED THIS TO BE THE CARS MOVING PARTS, AND DIDN'T THINK MUCH OF IT AT THE TIME, ESPECIALLY SINCE I WAS USED TO DRIVING USED CARS THAT SOUNDED WORSE. AFTER A FEW WEEKS, I NOTICED THAT THE NOISES WHERE NOTICEABLY LOUDER, ALONG WITH A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE WHEN I TURNED THE STEERING WHEEL. THE DEALERSHIP THAT I PURCHASED THE CAR FROM (UNIVERSAL HYUNDAI IN ORLANDO) WAS BOOKED UP SO I MADE AN APPOINTMENT AT ORLANDO HYUNDAI. SHORTLY AFTER BRINGING MY CAR IN, AND HAVING THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT LOOK AT THE CAR, I WAS TOLD THAT THE CAR WAS SOLD TO ME DEFECTIVE, THAT "THE LEFT AND RIGHT INNER TIRE RODS AND LOCK NUTS WERE LOOSE, THREADS WERE DAMAGED, AND THE LOCK NUTS WERE LEFT LOOSE FROM THE FACTORY". THE SERVICE MANAGER EXPLAINED TO ME THAT THIS COULD HAVE EASILY CAUSED AN ACCIDENT, AND THAT "ONE TIRE WOULD'VE WENT ONE WAY AND THE OTHER TIRE WOULD'VE WENT THE OTHER WAY, CAUSING YOUR CAR TO COME TO A SUDDEN HALT". THIS MIGHT HAVE CAUSED A SERIOUS ACCIDENT, AND KNOWING THAT I WAS DRIVING THAT CAR ON THE HIGHWAY, TAKING TRIPS WITH MY FAMILY AND CHILDREN, WHILE THE CAR WAS DEFECTIVE WAS VERY SCARY AND UPSETTING. I WAS VERY EXCITED ABOUT PURCHASING A NEW CAR, AND HOPED THAT I WOULD NOT HAVE TO DEAL WITH THESE KINDS OF PROBLEMS. I AM EXTREMELY DISAPPOINTED AND WANT ABSOLUTELY NOTHING TO DO WITH HYUNDAI. I HAVE THE STATEMENT FROM THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT STATING THAT THE FACTORY MADE A MISTAKE AND I PLAN ON FILING A COMPLAINT THROUGH HYUNDAI AND THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY SAFETY ADMINISTRATION. *TR

May 30, 2013

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY

1 complaint

THIS IS CONCERNING THE SAME VEHICLE AS IN MY PREVIOUS COMPLAINT: 10507443. WHILE DRIVING INTO WORK ON 4/8/13, I PUT THE FRONT AND REAR DEFOGGERS ON. LATER WHEN I WENT TO SWITCH THEM OFF, THEY WOULDN'T. I THOUGHT MAYBE THERE WAS A TIMER. I WAITED FIVE MINUTES AND THEN WAS ABLE TO SWITCH OFF THE REAR DEFOGGER. I STILL WAS UNABLE TO SWITCH OFF THE FRONT. I PUSHED ALL THE BOTTOMS TO SWITCH THE AIR POSITION AND EVEN TURNED THE ENTIRE A/C-HEATING SYSTEM OFF -THE DEFOGGER STUCK "ON" AND WOULD NOT SHUT OFF UNTIL I SHUT EVERYTHING DOWN. I HAVE REPORTED BOTH THIS AND THE PREVIOUS INCIDENT TO THE DEALER I BOUGHT THE CAR FROM, AND AM HOPING TO SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE WITHIN THE WEEK. *TR

Apr 08, 2013

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,TIRES,WHEELS

1 complaint

I BOUGHT MY 2013 ELANTRA ON 7/17/12 FROM ORLANDO HYUNDAI. ON 8/4/12 WHILE DRIVING ON I-95, THE TPMS (TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM) LIGHT BEGAN TO FLASH. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED INTO THE NEAREST TIRE SHOP AND HAD THE TIRE PRESSURE CHECKED ON ALL 4 TIRES AND THEY WERE ALL FINE. THE MECHANIC SUGGESTED I HAVE MY DEALERSHIP TAKE A LOOK AND POSSIBLY HAVE THEM RESET THE SENSORS. UPON MY ARRIVAL HOME, I TOOK MY CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO PROVIDE A REASON FOR THE SENSORS GOING OFF. THE ISSUE PERSISTED FOR SEVERAL MONTHS CAUSING ME TO SPEND COUNTLESS HOURS AT THE DEALERSHIP. THEY EVEN WENT AS FAR AS TO KEEP MY CAR FOR OVER A WEEK, DRIVE IT SEVERAL MILES AND REPLACE THE ENTIRE SYSTEM INCLUDING ALL FOUR TIRE SENSORS. DESPITE THIS, THE TPMS LIGHT STILL FLASHES. THEY HAVE ATTEMPTED TO CONVINCE ME THAT USB AND AUX CORDS IN MY CAR (USED WITH MY PHONE) ARE CAUSING A SIGNAL INTERFERENCE WITH THE SENSORS. IN MY OPINION THAT IS A BOGUS EXCUSE. THE CAR SHOULD NOT HAVE THE FEATURES IF THEY ARE UNABLE TO COEXIST. THE DEALERSHIP HAS ALSO ATTEMPTED TO REASSURE ME THAT NOTHING IS WRONG WITH THE CAR AND IT IS SAFE TO DRIVE EVEN WHILE THE TPMS LIGHT IS FLASHING. I DO NOT BELIEVE THIS EITHER AS I CONSTANTLY HAVE A SAFETY FEATURE ALERTING ME TO BELIEVE OTHERWISE. I HAVE TOLD THE DEALERSHIP AND HYUNDAI HEADQUARTERS THAT I BELIEVE THIS CAR IS A LEMON ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THEY INFORMED ME THAT A CAR IS ONLY A LEMON AFTER HAVING THE SAME ISSUE FIXED 3 TIMES. THUS FAR I HAVE HAD MY TPMS FIXED TWICE. I DO NOT FEEL SAFE AT ALL DRIVING THIS CAR WITH DYSFUNCTIONAL FEATURES. *TR

Apr 03, 2013

SUSPENSION,AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE,WHEELS

1 complaint

THE ACCIDENT HAPPENED WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY WITH LIGHT TRAFFIC TRAVELING AROUND 60 MPH. IT FIRST BEGAN WHEN I FELT AN UNBALANCE OF THE FRONT RIGHT TIRE. THE CAR SUDDENLY VEERED TO THE RIGHT REGARDLESS OF MY EFFORTS TO MAINTAIN CONTROL. MY CAR FISHTAILED FOR A MOMENTS AND ALMOST CAUSED ME TO CRASH INTO ANOTHER CAR. I HAD NO CONTROL OF THE CAR WHEN MY CAR CRASHED INTO THE WALL THAT LINED THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE FREEWAY. AFTER VISUALLY INSPECTING THE WHEEL, IT APPEARED THAT THE FRONT RIGHT RIM WAS CUT IN A HALF VERTICALLY AND ALL AROUND. IT WAS CUT IN A NEAR-PERFECT STRAIGHT LINE - SIMILAR TO WHAT A OPENED CAN LOOKS LIKE. THE TIRE REMAINED FULLY INTACT WITHOUT ANY DAMAGE. THE BODY SHOP MECHANICS TOLD US THAT THEY HAVE NEVER SEEN THE RIM CUT LIKE THAT BEFORE AND SAID THE ONLY EXPLANATION WOULD BE A DEFECT IN THE RIM. WE HAVE PICTURES AND CAN PROVIDE THEM UPON REQUEST. THE BODY SHOP MECHANICS AND INSURANCE ADJUSTERS ARE ALL CLUELESS TO HOW AND WHY THIS OCCURRED. PLEASE OPEN AN INVESTIGATION TO HELP US DETERMINE THE CAUSE. THE TOTAL ESTIMATE OF THE COSTS HAVE ESTIMATED TO BE AROUND $14000. *TR

Jan 12, 2013

Crash: 1

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,VISIBILITY,STEERING

1 complaint

2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO WINDSHIELD WIPER DESIGN FAILURE *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE WIPER BLADE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WAS VERY SHORT AND THE BOTTOM END OF THE WIPER BLADE LEFT A SEMI-CIRCULAR WATER STREAK RIGHT IN FRONT OF THE PERSON SITTING IN THE PASSENGER SEAT ON EVERY WIPE OF THE BLADE. ALSO, THERE WAS A SPOT AT THE BOTTOM OF THE WINDSHIELDS WHERE THE PASSENGER WIPER BLADE LEFT A SHORT INVERTED "V" TYPE SPOT THAT THE DRIVER'S WIPER BLADE DID NOT CLEAN WHICH WOULD FREEZE INTO IN THE WINTER. THE CONSUMER STATED THE STEERING WAS TOO SENSITIVE. THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE VEHICLE HAS ELECTRIC STEERING WHICH MAY BE RELATED TO THE CONDITION. THE STEERING WAS SO SENSITIVE, THAT HE HAD TO CONSTANTLY MOVE THE WHEEL LEFT AND RIGHT JUST TO STAY OUT OF THE ONCOMING TRAFFIC LANE AND STAY IN HIS LANE OF TRAFFIC. SEVERAL TIMES, WHILE DRIVING, IN A SLIGHT CROSSING WIND WITH VARIOUS GROUPS OF TREES, THE LEVEL OF STEERING SENSITIVITY FORCED HIM TO RUN OFF THE EDGE OF THE ROAD TO AVOID ENTERING THE ONCOMING TRAFFIC LANE. ALSO, ON A FEW OCCASIONS, THE CONSUMER HAD TO HIT THE BRAKES HARDER THAN NORMAL, BUT NOT HARD ENOUGH TO ENGAGE THE ABS. WITH THE ELECTRIC ASSISTED STEERING, IT WAS IMPOSSIBLE TO FEEL IF THE VEHICLE WAS CENTERED IN HIS LANE PRIOR TO USING THE BRAKES.

Sep 20, 2012

STEERING,ENGINE

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WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON THE HIGH WAY I 29 N AT ABOUT 68-72 MPH THE BRAND NEW VEHICLE ENGINE STALLED ABRUPTLY AND THE STEERING WHEEL FROZE AND WE WERE STUCK IN THE DIRECTION THE STEERING WAS PREVIOUSLY TURNED IT AND IT MADE IMPOSSIBLE FOR US TO STEER IT ON TO THE SHOULDER AND THE VEHICLE BEHIND US ALMOST CRASHED INTO US. WE WERE JUST A WHISKER AWAY FROM GETTING KILLED. WE HAD A NEAR DEATH EXPERIENCE AND MY FIANCE IS STILL HAVING NIGHTMARES ABOUT IT. *TR

May 31, 2012

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