Hyundai Elantra Complaints (2019)

252 consumer complaints on file.

#11634022January 4, 2025
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Engine failure believed to be related to NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V-301. Vehicle had no warning lights on message. Vehicle turned off while driving and steering wheel became stuck and vehicle jerked off road, I turned vehicle back on and it sounded like a truck and would not move again.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11633463December 31, 2024
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Car keeps turning off every time I start it and won’t stay on
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11632136December 23, 2024
STRUCTURE:BODY, ENGINE
Car got broken into, back window smashed. Ignition ripped out, someone tried stealing it, even though I got the recall fixed. try to steal vehicle with USB cord.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11631345December 18, 2024
ENGINE, EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Problemas con el motor, específicamente la lubricación. El vehículo fue reparado y aún continuó con los problemas de lubricación, incluyendo los llamados " sprocket" que se dañaron. He leído que Hyundai a retirado muchos vehículos por este mismo problema.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11626659November 21, 2024
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with piston oil rings and engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. In addition, the contact was informed about NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V301000 (Engine); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11626666November 21, 2024
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:BULBS
The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the high beam headlights failed to function as intended. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with headlamp failures. The contact was informed that the headlamps needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed of Technical Service Bulletin: T5G, which was related to the failure. The contact was informed that the repair was completed for the previous owner. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under the Technical Service Bulletin: T5G. The failure mileage was unknown.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11625947November 18, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, WHEELS
Short in the car headlight and rear high brake lights. Have replaced the lights and entire headlight but day time running lights and front headlight keep going out. The headlights also have a halo effect. Rear passenger tire also keeps deflating even when tire as been checked for holed and leaks.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11624801November 12, 2024
AIR BAGS, STRUCTURE:BODY, SERVICE BRAKES
I need my car information pdf
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11624855November 12, 2024
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine compartment, prompting the contact to stop driving the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed failures with the timing chain and piston valves. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V301000 (Engine), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 106,000. The VIN was not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11622351October 28, 2024
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
high beams don’t work . it’s a safety issue because i live in wi and drive on dark roads and there’s deer raccoons etc, running out in the roads everyday. it has been inspected by morries west bend honda and video recorded. it’s a internal issue with the high beam internal flap/mechanism that sopposed to move when high beam commanded on .
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11622382October 28, 2024
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
tHE HIGH BEAMS DOESNT WORK. INSIDE THE CAR IT SHOWS THE BLUE LOGO LIKE IF THE LIGHTS ARE IN HIGHBEAMS BUT OUTSIDE IT DOESN;T CHANGE. THE LOW BEAMS ARE NOT EFFECTIVE AND I CAN HARDLY SEE AT NIGHT. I AM TAKING IT TO THE DEALER TO SEE IF IS NOT TOO EXPENSIVE TO FIX IT BUT MY CAR SHOULD BE PART OF THE RECALL FOR HIGH BEAMS. I DO NOT USE THE CAR OFTEN AND CAN;T USE IT AT NIGHT. I CAN NOT SEE ANYTHING AT NIGHT RESULTING IN THE INABILITY TO USE MY CAR AT NIGHT.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11610944August 26, 2024
ENGINE
The engine seized up completely and the car would not start. The car ran fine prior to this on the same day and there were no warning lights or warnings when a portable code reader was plugged in to assess the problem. It was towed to a mechanic who said it looked like excessive oil consumption as the oil was changed only 6 weeks prior and the level was assessed to be perfect then. This is a safety risk due to the engine seizing without warning. If this were to happen while driving, it could cause a fire or cause the driver to be stranded on a busy road, causing accidents. The car is being looked at by a hyundai dealer currently.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11609583August 20, 2024
ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
For the now 2nd time for the SAME problem as before, I was on the highway and the car just cut off mid drive on 8/17/2024 @70mph!! Engine light came on. Later that day while on the street, 35-40 mph, ALL OF A SUDDEN NO ENGINE LIGHT ON... the car cuts off again mid drive!! I purchased the car with roughly 15k miles on it and it's been absolutely nothing but issues back to back. The daytime running lights constantly blow out also. The shop supposedly repaired this issue when I put it in the shop the first time, but it's doing the exact same thing again.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11609013August 16, 2024
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed as a failure with the piston ring. The contact was informed that the engine and timing belt needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11606824August 6, 2024
ENGINE
The drain pan, and drain plug malfunctioned. Drain plug dislodged while driving, engine almost locked up going 50 mph. Problem was looked at my mechanic, and told it was a known issue among the make and model of my car. There was no symptoms or problems prior to the failure of the drain plug and pan.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11606915August 6, 2024
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
I am unable to use the high beams. Low beams are very hard to see with making risky when driving at night. No warning lights. I have a service call to dealer. It is available for inspection. No known maintenance issues prior to event.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11605327July 30, 2024
ENGINE
The contact called on behalf of a customer who owns a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated the vehicle stalled without warning while driving at various speeds. The owner brought the vehicle to the independent mechanic where the contact, diagnosed the vehicle and retrieved DTC code: P0366 (Cam Position Sensor and or the Engine). The sensor was replaced; however, while testing the repair, the failure reoccurred, and the diagnostic code was retrieved. The contact believed that the engine needed to be replaced. The mechanic found recall NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V301000 (Engine); and then contacted the dealer where it was confirmed that the VIN was not included in the recall or covered by warranty. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 29,428.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11600789July 10, 2024
ENGINE
While taking a trip from Jacksonville Florida to Harvey Louisiana the car engine died without no engine lights on. After a tow truck came and pick it up we realized the oil drain plug fell out the oil pan and the motor is seized. We have contacted Westside Hyundai many times with no help. All service has been done only at Westside Hyundai of jacksonville. The car is now at Harvey Hyundai of Louisiana waiting to hear from Westside Hyundai.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11597750June 29, 2024
TIRES, TIRES:BEAD, TIRES:TREAD/BELT
Bridgestone Turanza Quiet Track Tires bought 2 April 2023, and 2 in July 2023 at Discount Tire.I has to replace all 4 today with than half (20,000) of the 80,000 mile tread wear. A ripoff and dangerous. I was notified by sales rep that Bridgestone knows these tires are not for the hot climate. I live in Conroe, Texas.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11595001June 18, 2024
ENGINE
The engine is locked up
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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