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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN KMHDH4AE8BU131955 · Checked Aug 7, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 12

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KMHDH4AE8BU•••••• 2011 Hyundai ELANTRA

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391on the model
47builds in total
2injuries
Most reported Steering 4 Air Bags 3 Tires 2 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 2

What owners of this build wrote

Suspension Jan 2025
My car was recalled by Hyundai for a critical safety issue and has been at the dealership since July of 2024 awaiting repairs due to missing parts. Despite repeated follow-ups, Hyundai has been unable to provide a timeline for the repair. Recently, they offered to buy back the…
Steering Nov 2023
The steering wheel usually vibrates when using the brake and it dies the same thing when going 60mph or 70mph
Air Bags Sep 2018
Takata recall my airbag light stays on constantly and it seems to be an issues ybat is covered by warranty although my dealer quoted me $385
Power Train Jun 2016
The contact owns a 2011 hyundai elantra. While driving approximately 25 mph, the vehicle jerked and lost speed. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the shoulder of the road and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact continued to drive the vehicle. When…
Electronic Stability Control (esc) Dec 2015
The 2011 elantra has severe under steer and over steer I don't want to drive the car till it is fixed. It is scary
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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 KMHDH4AE8BU131955 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.