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1HGFA16857L••••••2011 Hyundai ELANTRA
This build draws 2.9× more complaints than the average 2011 Hyundai ELANTRA build (24 vs 8).
24on this build
393on the model
47builds in total
Most reportedSuspension 9Engine 5Visibility 4Air Bags 4
What owners of this build wrote
EngineFeb 2024
Engine block cracked causing coolant leak as confirmed by an ase mechanic. A replacement engine is needed at a cost of $5k-6k. I’m [XXX] old and can’t afford the cost. Honda customer service was called and they said it was my responsibility to fix their manufacturing engine…
Power TrainNov 2021
My Civic was diagnosed with a cracked engine block, an issue known by Honda to be problematic, as they issued an extended warranty on the engines that ended in 2018. However, the extension has expired despite the fact that many Honda owners continue to experience this problem…
Air BagsJul 2021
The air bag light has been coming on and staying on more frequently yet there are no recalls for this vehicle
Seat BeltsJan 2016
UNKNOWN. This has been an ongoing problem for years. I finally retired and had enough time to trace it down Water was getting on the floor of my car on passenger side after substantial rainfall. Extended shoulder harness webbing as far as it would go and found webbing soaking…
SuspensionAug 2015
The contact owns a 2011 hyundai elantra. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle emitted a rattling noise. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection. The technician diagnosed that the front lower control arm and the exhaust system clamp corroded…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1HGFA16857L021138 · decoded Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.