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KMHDH4AE4CU••••••2012 Hyundai ELANTRA
This build draws 2.2× more complaints than the average 2012 Hyundai ELANTRA build (27 vs 12).
27on this build
603on the model
49builds in total
2involved a crash
1involved a fire
2injuries
Most reportedSuspension 6Steering 5Electronic Stability Control (esc) 5Engine 4
The contact’s friend owned a 2012 Hyundai Elantra. The contact’s friend 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 the friend was leaving the…
Vehicle Speed ControlcrashAug 2015
The contact owns a 2012 hyundai elantra. While attempting to park, the vehicle accelerated independently and crashed into some branches. When the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle was already in the branches. There were no injuries. The vehicle was still drivable. The…
SteeringOct 2024
Steering wheel locks up when trying to start car. Have to jiggle steering wheel to get it unlocked. While driving steering wheel make clicking sound and catches back and forth while driving
StructureMay 2023
Failure to provide campaign service Took car in for rust corrosion campaign and inspection on may 18th. I was told there was corrosion and they would send info to Hyundai for approval. Car was not inspected, and was denied loaner vehicle after being told on phone one would be…
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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 KMHDH4AE4CU295835 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.