Hyundai Elantra Complaints (2013)

1,324 consumer complaints on file.

#11512459March 17, 2023
STEERING
Steering coupling failed. Hyundai is repairing this defective part on other models of the Elantra, but will not on the Elantra Gt. Makes no sense as it is the exact same defective part.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11511805March 14, 2023
STEERING
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact's daughter was driving at approximately 70 MPH when she heard an abnormal "pop" sound come from under the floorboards. The contact said that as she was following the road on a right-hand curve the vehicle steering was not responding to her steering correction to follow the turn. The contact said that his daughter lost control and spun the vehicle 180 degrees and crashed into a guard rail. The contact stated that she did not notice any warning lights. The vehicle hit the guard first with the front driver's fender and then the entire driver's side hit the guard rail and all forward momentum stopped. The police arrived on the scene and wrote a report. The daughter had not suffered any injuries, however, the vehicle was undrivable and was towed to a towing lot. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The contact's insurance provider declared the vehicle a total loss. The contact researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V311000 (Steering). The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11511488March 13, 2023
STEERING
When I turn the wheel there is a loud clunking noise
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11511532March 13, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Blinkers hyper flash with head lights off, get stuck on one direction. dont work when head lights are on. THIS IS A HUGE PROBLEM with this car and it is known but nothing has ever been done.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11511170March 10, 2023
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO LOOSE STEERING WHEEL COLUMN.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11510400March 6, 2023
STEERING
I own a 2013 hyundai elantra with around 53k miles at the time of making this complaint. My problem was that the steering coupler failed and would cause the steering wheel to make a clunking noise when steering left and right. Also when i go over a bump my steering wheel would vibrate and on top of that my car would sometimes drift slightly left or right which puts me at risk for an accident. thankfully i didn’t get into one. From what i’ve heard this is a common problem with these cars and had the coupler replaced which seems to fix the problem and am upset i had to fork out over 600$ to fix it at a hyundai dealer on the day of March 6 2023 and i was hoping i was covered under a warranty but per the hyundai dealer employee he said i wasn’t covered since the warranty expired. i wasn’t the first original owner of the car so the car is past the 10 year warranty period per the dealer employee, i owned it for about 5 years. wish hyundai would extend the warranty or recall this problem on these trash cars.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11507557February 16, 2023
ENGINE
Vehicle randomly stalls without warning due to a manufacturer defect commonly known as Hyundai piston slap. The car stalled on me on the expressway 4 times on a single trip causing a potentially very dangerous situation. No engine warning lights before or after the stall. The vehicle was inspected by my local Hyundai service shop and the fix is to replace the small block. Hyundai is well aware of this issue with these vehicles.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11505978February 7, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I purchased this vehicle from Carvana and when diagnostics were done I was told the tire rods are bad and if I drove it itwould be like an accident waiting to happen. I have sat in the car. Never driven it yet. My boyfriend says not safe to drive. I am 68 years old and need a vehicle. Carvana sold this to me like this with other problems too and they are doing a runaround to get it fixed.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11505544February 4, 2023
STEERING
Something in the steering wheel is messed up. When the wheel is turned even a few centimeters, it makes a loud clicking noise like something is not attached correctly. It causes the car the shake when going over bumps/pot holes.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11504434January 30, 2023
ENGINE
Engine failure diagnosed on 2013 Elantra GT at 47,000 miles. No warning light only a ticking sound and in the original lawsuit however my state does not qualify in Nevada for a replacement. Thousands have failed per the lawsuit yet Hyundai appears to be denying claims left and right and many other types, years and models were excluded based on where you live. The lawsuit was a mere band aid with many loopholes that all Hyundai to deny claims and have customers driving in a vehicle that can stall any minute and cause bodily harm or death. Hyundai is keenly aware and I was told by dealership to have my towed in, but no way they will approve it. I am out of pocket $10,000 cash for a car that likely ends up being sold for scrap. Why on earth is your agency allowing this madness to continue? Every single Hyundai that an engine fails in involved in this lawsuit should be replaced or eligible for a buy back but that is not what is happening.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11504298January 29, 2023
POWER TRAIN
TRANSMISSION stopped running at 100,000 miles
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11503967January 27, 2023
STEERING
Unknown The steering clicks and pulls back unexpectedly. No control on steering wheel works
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11500629January 7, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The vehicle brake lamps, both left/right and center continually burn out. The bulbs burn out every few months. The tail lamps remain lit, but the stop lamps burn out regularly. There seems to be a recurring problems with this make and model. Hyundai must be aware as this safety issue presents a crash hazards. Non functioning brake lamps.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11500099January 4, 2023
STEERING
2013 Elantra GT steering coupler has broken due to poor design and plastic materials. Dealership stated this has been a common issue in other Elantra and Sonata models and has apparently been covered with an additional 10years on the extended warranty on all models of Elantra except the GT. The broken coupler causes a clicking sound in the steering and eventually leads to the steering locking and can be a serious safety issue. This model should be included in the warranty as it has already been an identified safety issue on other models. No warning lights or notification on the dash, but loose handling on the road and I was told by my mechanic that continued driving and wear and tear would lead to the steering locking up and potential accident in the future.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11499872January 3, 2023
STEERING
Steering wheel coupler deteriorates and needs to be replaced. All 2007-2015 Elantra sedans have received an extended warranty for this common issue but the 2013 Elantra coupe was left out
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11499986January 3, 2023
STEERING
I noticed extra play in the steering when I turned the wheel (either direction.) At first, it was minor but over time, the play and noise in the steering got worse. I took it to Tire Choice to have it examined and was told the steering couple was bad and should be replaced but referred me back to a dealer as they felt the repair should be covered. I was told that it is not covered and the repair is costly. I am not able to afford the repair and am concerned about the safety of continuing to drive this vehicle but it is the only car I have.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11500007January 3, 2023
STEERING
The steering coupler has gone out on the car, resulting in a clicking/clunk noise when moving the steering wheel. Confirmed by two separate independent service centers who were able to replicate the problem and identify the issue. The part costs $13.99 to replace but looking at a cost of over $500 to replace for labor.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11498685December 23, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS:BULBS
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact became aware that after it rained, there was water inside the driver’s and passenger’s side rear taillights assembly, causing the bulbs to become inoperable. The contact replaced the light bulbs. The dealer was contacted, and the contact was informed that there was no recall regarding the failure. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was out of warranty. The failure mileage was 38,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11498344December 21, 2022
AIR BAGS
AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON CONSTANTLY. STARTED AS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM, BUT NOW IT IS ON CONSTANTLY. I AM NOT SURE IF THE AIR BAGS WILL WORK AND HAD CONFLICTING ANSWERS FROM THE LOCAL CAR DEALERSHIP. I NOTICED THERE HAVE BEEN SEVERAL COMPLAINTS ABOUT AIR BAG LIGHT.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11496817December 9, 2022
STEERING
Starting in 2020, my 2013 Elantra GT, with very low mileage still less than 40K today , started to develop clicking sound when I turned the wheel. This year, the clicking sound is getting louder and more frequent. Today, I was advised by the mechanic who performed the required annual safety inspection that "steering wheel coupler" should be fixed ASAP. After doing some research this is a well known problem caused by the disintegration of the "steering wheel coupler" in the power steering motor. I received a quoted price of $599 from Hyundai Chantilly (dealer) in VA to fix it as it will take about 2.5 hours. I believe this Hyundai cross-models-cross-years wide issue should have been covered by the manufacturer extended warranty to avoid steering lockup accidents.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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