The most-reported Elantra Touring run is KMHDC8AEXAU (2010 builds) with 9 complaints, 4.5× the typical run. Steering problems make up 35% of reports; 2010 is the worst model year at 2.8 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for Elantra Touring model years 2010–2010.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Hyundai Elantra Touring has 77 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 21% of every Elantra Touring complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KMHDC8AEXAU•••••• | 2010 | 1 | — | |
| KMHDC8AE2AU•••••• | 2010 | 1 | — | |
| KMHDC8AE5AU•••••• | 2010 | — | — | |
| KMHDC8AE4AU•••••• | 2010 | — | — | |
| KMHDC86E89U•••••• | 2009 | — | — | |
| KMHDC86E39U•••••• | 2009 | — | — | |
| KMHDB8AE4AU•••••• | 2010 | — | 2 | |
| KMHDC86E79U•••••• | 2009 | — | — | |
| KMHDC86E29U•••••• | 2009 | — | — | |
| KMHDC86E99U•••••• | 2009 | — | — | |
| KMHDC8AE0AU•••••• | 2010 | — | — | |
| KMHDC8AE1AU•••••• | 2010 | — | — |
Each of the other 65 Elantra Touring runs has 3 complaints or fewer.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Hyundai Elantra Touring the gap between build years is 2.5×: a 2010 car draws 2.8 complaints per run, a 2013 one 1.1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 12 | 11 | 2 | |
| 2012 | 18 | 12 | 1 | |
| 2011 | 26 | 19 | 3 | |
| 2010 | 64 | 23 | 4 | |
| 2009 | 31 | 12 | — |
Heaviest year here is 2010 at 2.8 complaints per run; lightest is 2013 at 1.1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 35% of everything Hyundai Elantra Touring owners report: Steering, 49 of 152 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 1 | — | |
| Air Bags | 7 | — | |
| Electrical System | — | 2 | |
| Suspension | — | — | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | — | |
| Tires | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | — | |
| Power Train | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 4 recall campaigns on the Hyundai Elantra Touring; the 4 below cover build years 2010 to 2010. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 20V061000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module | 2010 |
| 14V310000 | Structure:frame And Members | 2010 |
| 15V100000 | Steering:electric Power Assist System | 2010 |
| 13V113000 | Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch | 2010 |
20V061000 was opened in 2020 on cars built from 2010: 10 years on the road before the recall.
The Elantra Touring against its rivals
The Elantra Touring draws 2 complaints per production run; the Dodge Caliber 5.6, the Infiniti EX35 1.7 and the Volvo V50 1.2.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Elantra Touring | 152 | 77 | 6.6% | |
| Dodge Caliber | 1,662 | 298 | 6% | |
| Infiniti EX35 | 58 | 35 | 10.3% | |
| Volvo V50 | 39 | 32 | 0% |
How serious were they
Of the 152 reports on the Hyundai Elantra Touring, 6.6% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, above the norm.
| Outcome | Hyundai Elantra Touring | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 152 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 10 (6.6%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 3 (2%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 9 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Hyundai Elantra Touring share of that is 152 complaints over 77 runs, 0.01% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Hyundai Elantra Touring VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 152 NHTSA complaints from 77 Elantra Touring runs and 4 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Elantra Touring production run has the most complaints?
KMHDC8AEXAU, a 2010 build, with 9 complaints, 1 of them after a crash. The typical Elantra Touring run has 2.
Which Elantra Touring years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2010 is heaviest at 2.8 complaints per run and 2013 lightest at 1.1.
Does the Elantra Touring get more complaints than the Dodge Caliber?
No: 2 complaints per production run for the Elantra Touring against 5.6 for the Dodge Caliber.
How many Elantra Touring complaints involve a crash?
6.6% of 152 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 3 involved a fire.
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