Hyundai Elantra Complaints (2020)

254 consumer complaints on file.

#11564362January 9, 2024
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start without approximately 15-20 attempts. The vehicle had since failed to start completely. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the starter had failed causing the engine to seize. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer and the contact was informed that there were two open recalls on the vehicle. The vehicle received the recall repairs however, the starter was not replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the two unrelated recalls were confirmed with the VIN. Additionally, it was also confirmed that the replacement of the engine was no longer covered under warranty. The approximate failure mileage was 87,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11563906January 6, 2024
ENGINE
The engine at 41,000 miles had a catastrophic engine failure on December 22, 2023. It blew up with all maintenance done on time. I bought this car on February 28, 2023 and I heard the same knocking noise a week after the dealer kept my car for 36 days and was unable to re-create the problem. The car has now been in the shop for 15 days and I believe it is a complete lemon. I do not trust the safety of this vehicle and I see others are filing complaints ago Hyundai and Kia for the same thing I want to be reimbursed and my loan canceled.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11563002January 2, 2024
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
hIGH BEAM HEAdlights do not work. Stays on low beam.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11562044December 27, 2023
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine cranked but the engine failed to turn over. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed engine and the contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the dealer informed him that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 114,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11561258December 21, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that the driver’s side front headlight had failed to illuminate as designed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the computer system for the headlight had failed causing the headlights to not function as needed. The contact was informed that the headlight unit needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired due to parts not being available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 16,581.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11560897December 19, 2023
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the transmission. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 98,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11558960December 7, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
I keep replacing the lights the daytime and the headlights and they’re constantly going out . Many of people have this ongoing problem.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11556339November 21, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Daytime running lights faulty from manufacture. Had to replace headlights once already and now out again. Hyundai has made this headlight assembly non repairable and charges over 1k for a replacement.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11556364November 21, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
My high beam lights have been replaced but still arent working
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11555531November 16, 2023
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was sluggish and hesitant while accelerating. Additionally, the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the failure was due to a faulty engine. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not under warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 32,500.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11553213November 2, 2023
ENGINE
My check engine light turns on and I’ve taken it to Hyundai to have it fixed and all they do is turn the light off and say it’s a sensor issue but it’s the fourth time the light has turned on I’m worried their is an issue with the pistons or the big e overheating. It’s also brutning a lot of oil that every 3-4K miles the oil drops to 75% full.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11552544October 30, 2023
STEERING
There has been a noise coming from my steering column. Its sounds a like rubbing or whirring noise. It only happens at low or stationary speeds. I took the vehicle to a local shop in my area. They diagnosed the problem as the Worm Shaft Assembly ( located inside the steering column). If steering fails while driving, it can a crash and lead to significant injury. While my steering has not failed or led to any accidents, its very possible and a real risk.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11550180October 16, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
On Aug 30, 2023 I went to a Germain Hyundai for the usual maintenance of my Hyundai Elantra 2020 where they checked the condition of the belts and it passed. Fast forward Oct 1, 2023 the timing belt snapped and I had it serviced at Hyundai Great Lakes Dublin. I aired out my concern that it is too early for that belt to break since my mileage is only at approximately 25000, while their manual even says that the usual replacement /maintenance for the timing belt. So I urged them to check what caused it to break. Oct 15, 2023 I was driving off of freeway and we suddenly heard the belt snapped again and the car started to slow down on its own. It was a crazy experience as we were in the middle lane and we could no longer control the speed of the car. The Hyundai service center did not take this matter seriously and only recommended that the belts be replaced again. Essentially, I am in so much concern of my safety now given the situation that even the service center did not take time to figure out what is causing the belt to break and not being able to identify that puts me in a traumatic and unsafe situation of driving this vehicle , knowing it could break anytime.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11549998October 15, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I’ve had my car for about 5/6 months and it’s been broken into twice and was recently stolen. I haven’t been notified from Hyundai dealership about any recalls. Recently I called Ray Skillman where I purchased the car and a man said that there was a recall on my car a few days after I purchased the vehicle. I haven’t received any letters or notification about this from Hyundai and if they did it could’ve prevented me dealing with my car being broken into,damaged,and now stolen .
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11547101September 28, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
No difference between high and low beems
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11542515September 4, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Hyundai updated my car with the “anti-thief” software a few months ago. It clearly did nothing because my car was still stolen. They need to install immobilizers for free to really try to fix the problem!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11540570August 24, 2023
ENGINE
The contact's wife owns a 2020 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while his wife was driving 50 MPH, the low oil pressure warning light illuminated, and the vehicle made a beeping sound. The contact's wife veered to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine had seized. Additionally, the contact was informed that the drain plug had separated from the oil pan. The dealer determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage 45,569.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11536195August 3, 2023
POWER TRAIN
Transmission studders and looses acceleration while driving
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11531788July 12, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES
NORMAL DRIVING, APPLIED BRAKES AND PEDAL VERY HARD TO PUSH DOWN AND STOP AND VERY FORTUNATE TO STOP AT ALL, NOW HAS HAPPENED TWICE. (WHAT TO DO?) SCARED TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11530184July 3, 2023
VISIBILITY/WIPER
leak without windshield
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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