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KMHDN45D33U••••••2003 Hyundai ELANTRA
This build draws 2.1× more complaints than the average 2003 Hyundai ELANTRA build (13 vs 6).
13on this build
183on the model
29builds in total
3involved a crash
5injuries
Most reportedAir Bags 4Structure 2Suspension 2Tires 1
What owners of this build wrote
Air BagscrashSep 2010
The contact owns a 2003 hyundai elantra. The contact was traveling 25 mph and swerved in order to avoid hitting a deer. When the contact swerved, he crashed into a rock head on; however, the air bags did not deploy. The contact was able to drive the vehicle back to her…
Seat BeltscrashAug 2004
Right front tire blew out while driving 50 mph and caused vehicle to roll over once. Prior to roll over, driver and passenger wore seat belts. . However, the front seat belts disconnected and failed to restrain the occupants. Driver sustained head injuries, and the passenger…
StructureDec 2011
I was driving, came to a stop. I then began going around 35 mph the hood on the car came open. I could not see the road. I stopped the car only to realize the hood was damaged. The hood was dented and the fenders were damaged. The windshield was cracked in two places. I had to…
EquipmentSep 2010
Bought a 2003 hyundai elantra- never received a notice from hyundai or the dealer of any recalls-these recalls were dangerous and I drive a handicap gentleman to and from wk. 5 x week- I should have been notified
SuspensionAug 2010
The contact owns a 2003 hyundai elantra. While driving approximately 15-20 mph, the driver side front wheel separated from the vehicle and caused the axle fracture from the vehicle before stalling. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic where the contact was advised of a…
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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 KMHDN45D33U615902 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.