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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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5NPDH4AEXCH••••••2012 Hyundai ELANTRA
That is about average for the 2012 Hyundai ELANTRA — 12 complaints per build across 49 builds.
18on this build
606on the model
49builds in total
2involved a crash
1injuries
Most reportedAir Bags 5Engine 3Tires 2Wheels 2
What owners of this build wrote
Air BagscrashSep 2021
A pickup pulled in front of me causing my car to impact it. Despite significant frontal damage to my car the steering wheel airbag did not deploy
SteeringSep 2024
The steering wheel is locking up and unable to turn key/ignition while parked. This has happened multiple times. I jiggle the steering wheel while trying to turn key. It takes much effort and time until it finally unlocks. The first incident happened perhaps 2 years ago. This…
Unknown Or OtherSep 2023
It’s been months with no remedy, they advised that I keep my car parked & away from buildings. I’m in a position where I’m unsure every time I drive my vehicle. Not just for my safety but also for others that could be affected by this situation. Idk what to do honestly. I’m in a…
Service BrakesSep 2023
The contact owns a 2012 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 local dealer was contacted. The contact called another local dealer,…
Exterior LightingSep 2019
The contact owns a 2012 hyundai elantra. While the contact's son was taking out the trash, he noticed that the rear brake lights were illuminated on the vehicle without warning. The contact attempted to turn the brake lights off, but was unsuccessful. The contact unplugged the…
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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 5NPDH4AEXCH068048 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.