Hyundai Elantra Complaints

8,883 consumer complaints on file.

#11564690January 10, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE
The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Elantra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the alternator was prematurely replaced due to an electrical overcharge. The contact stated that the ABS warning light illuminated intermittently. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at various speeds and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle responded with delay. The contact stated that the failure occurred intermittently. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local Pep Boys, where it was diagnosed that the failure was related to the ABS system. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the dealer for vehicle rental assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 316,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11564757January 10, 2024
ENGINE
When I start the engine, I hear pronounced knocking sounds in the engine for approximately 1-2 seconds, and they are quite loud. As the engine warms up, the knocking persists, albeit at a lower volume. The ongoing knocks are not as loud, resembling a consistent noise similar to that of a diesel engine, although it is not a diesel-powered vehicle
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#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
#11564377January 9, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE, VISIBILITY/WIPER
Problem with the braking system brakes fail! Piñon is junk Wipers shot Engine has always sounded like it was its last ride Won’t shift then the rpm’s go up Sometimes gotta use the safety lock key to get it in gear
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11564418January 9, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Elantra Coupe. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11564095January 8, 2024
ENGINE
I was at work when my wife contacted me and informed me that the car has started to make a ticking noise (shared car mind you) upon acceleration and start up. This all started on 1/4/2024. Well I checked the oil level and it was a on the line of being on the low side so I changed the oil as I needed to anyways and topped it off. I went to start to the car and ticking again, well I called around as I'm not going to ignore any sort of noise and was able to get a lcoal mechinic to look at it the next day as my local Hyundai dealership didn't have any opening until Saturday (1/6/2024). The next day I'm on my way to drop the car off to see where the sound could be coming from and the car shuts off. There were no warning lights or anything of that matter until the car shut off. I had to pull off into a street off the road. We get the car towed to the mechanic and he gets back to me the next day and states the car had low oil and that is why the engine failed. Hyundai shame on you all for knowingly putting a terrible engine into your products and for also at least not giving us the time by having poor sensors.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11564131January 8, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My back door on the driver side does not open at all from inside or out but the window still works, and the passenger side front door only opens from the inside
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11564231January 8, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE
This is a complaint for recall remedy. This recall has no remedy and they ask I park my car outside of my garage in the dead of winter. I live 4 hours from the nearest in-state dealer that could potentially provide a loaner vehicle. I’m not comfortable driving a car that I have been told can catch fire while parked OR driving on a 4 hour drive. I’ve called Hyundai multiple times with no reprieve.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11564252January 8, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Elantra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine malfunction warning light illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11564287January 8, 2024
STEERING
Steering is making a squeaky noise. Went to Hyundai dealership and they confirmed steering coupler needs replacement. This is a manufacturer’s fault. Driving is dangerous as steering gets free sometimes while driving.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11564305January 8, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I received notice about NHTSA Recall Number 23V-651 a few months ago. According to the Hyundai Recall website (their recall # is 251), the recall started September 22, 2023 and the status is "Incomplete. Remedy not yet available." I think over 3 months is long enough for Hyundai to be able to find a suitable remedy FOR A FIRE RISK. I would like to be able to have the recall completed and my car serviced for that issue ASAP. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11564032January 7, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES
Recall 251 not fixed or handled within a “reasonable time”. It’s been two months. I work at an airport and cannot “park away from structures”. I also have called dealer and maker repeatedly stating I don’t feel safe driving car that could catch fire parked or driving, with zero customer service solutions or concern for my safety.
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
#11563680January 5, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11563725January 5, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact's father owns a 2015 Hyundai Elantra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11563728January 5, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11563774January 5, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving at unknown speeds, there was a burning odor detected. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The dealer informed her there were no loaner vehicles available. The contact called another local dealer, CMA's Hyundai of Winchester (2934 Valley Ave, Winchester, VA 22601) however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired, and no assistance was provided. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact was concerned about driving and parking the vehicle outside. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer referred the contact to the dealer for a loaner vehicle. VIN tool confirms parts not available. The failure mileage was unknown.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11563820January 5, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Elantra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11563861January 5, 2024
STRUCTURE:BODY, SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Multiple safety recalls issued for many models of hyundai cars. most recent that affects the 2014 hyundai elantra and other models is faulty ABS system which could result in engine compartment fire while parked or driving. There is no available repair for this problem. I received notice in the mail on 01/03/2024. I noticed that the safety recall was issued in September of 2023. How is it acceptable that I was informed of a serious safety issue 4 months after it was found out? As I stated previously, there is not an available repair for this serious safety issue and fire risk. They are not offering free services to determine if this issue is affecting my car. Seriously negligent of Hyundai.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11563673January 5, 2024
AIR BAGS
My vehicle was involved in a auto accident. A chain reaction of multiple cars was hit I was rear ended by a Subaru Outback and was push into a box commercial truck my vehicle was deemed total and I sustain serious injuries my front in was smash in and no airbags deployed I contacted National consumer affairs my case number [XXX]. My case manger Elijah was very unprofessional and did not help and suggested I have an attorney reach out. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
2
Deaths:
0

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