Ask the seller for proof the repair was completed, or run the free VIN check. Recall repairs are done at no cost by a dealer.
Recalls
Safety issues the manufacturer must repair for free. A recall means confirm the fix was done, not walk away.
Brakes recall
An electrical short within the ABS Module may cause an engine compartment fire, even when the car is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.
- Remedy
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the vehicle's main junction box to prevent the risk of an ABS short-circuit while the car is turned off, free of charge. The recall began April 2, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 188.
- Status
- Remedy available. Confirm by VIN that this repair was completed.
- What to do
- Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.
Steering recall
If power steering assist is lost, greater driver effort would be required to steer the vehicle at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Hyundai will verify the proper operation of the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) and update the EPS control unit, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 127.
- Status
- Remedy available. Confirm by VIN that this repair was completed.
- What to do
- Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.
Structure recall
If the headliner support bracket makes contact with an occupant during a crash, it may cause a laceration injury.
- Remedy
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will apply adhesive strips to the headliner, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2014. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 117.
- Status
- Remedy available. Confirm by VIN that this repair was completed.
- What to do
- Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.
Exterior lighting recall
Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of Park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.
- Status
- Remedy available. Confirm by VIN that this repair was completed.
- What to do
- Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.
Owner complaints by system
Unverified reports owners filed with NHTSA, grouped by the part of the car. Useful for spotting patterns. Open a group to read recent examples.
Engine & powertrain
7
Most reports here involve sudden stalling. Of these, 2 mention a crash, 1 mention an injury.
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RECALL 127.EPS SYSTEM NOT WORK PROPERLY. BUT THEY WANT TO CHARGE FOR FIND IT.($131.00) I CALLED HYUNDAI COMPANY .THEY DONT GIVE ME POSITIVE ANSWER DEALERSHIP ONLY UPDATE SOFTWARE.WHICH IS NOT SOLVE PROBLEM.THEY TOLD THEY ARE NOT REPLACE ANY PARTS TO FIX THE PROBLEM.HYUNDAI DOEST GIVE ME ANY POSITIVE ANSWER.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11234646 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Electrical & infotainment
8
Most reports here involve fire.
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On XXX, my 2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring experienced a severe fire in the engine compartment. I observed burning material/flames dripping from underneath the engine compartment before the fire spread upward. The fire caused extensive damage to the engine compartment and the vehicle is no longer drivable. After the incident, I checked the vehicle's VIN ([XXX]) on Hyundai's recall website and found that Hyundai Safety Recall Campaign 188 / NHTSA Recall 20V061000 is listed as INCOMPLETE. The recall concerns the ABS module electrical circuit and a potential engine-compartment fire risk. I am reporting this incident to NHTSA because an actual engine-compartment fire occurred while this safety recall remained incomplete. The vehicle has been preserved and is available for inspection. The cause of the fire has not yet been determined. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11755815 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Brakes
3
Most reports here involve software faults.
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ABS Module short circuit, I am aware of the current recall in effect for 2011 Hyundai Elantra's but it should be noted that my vehicle also has the same issue, short circuit causing the ABS motor to run constantly. Issue was discovered by mechanic, I opted to disconnect the ABS module, as replacement is unaffordable. Is there any plan to expand the recall to include my vehicle?
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11555175 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Steering, suspension & tires
45
Most reports here involve loss of steering.
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The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle became difficult to steer. The Electronic Power Steering (EPS) and electronic control unit (ECU) warning lights illuminated. The contact researched the issue and became aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V100000 (Steering); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. A dealer was notified of the failure, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken back to the residence. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 136,000.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11760903 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Airbags & seat belts
5
Most reports here involve airbags not deploying. Of these, 2 mention a crash, 2 mention an injury.
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I have a 2010 Hyundai Elantra. On Saturday, July 22, 2023, after the car was put into park in my fathers driveway and the emergency brake put on, the front driver and passenger bags deployed. The force of it's deployment cracked the windshield in several places on the passenger side. There were no warning lights or indications that this would occur. The car was in park. The seatbelts are in a locked (not able to retract) form, so the car is not drivable. The two individuals in the front seat were disoriented for a short time. All 4 passengers in the car experienced ringing in the ears for approximately 3 hours, but are ultimately, physically alright, however, not mentally. If this had occurred in another setting, the risk of accident or other safety measures would have been grand, but luckily it happened at the home of a family member. The airbag malfunction needs to be eligible to be fixed and not at the expense of me the owner. The car has a camera located in it and it captured all items listed above. The video may be provided. The Hyundai corporate office has been contacted and an incident file opened. The insurance company has been contacted, as well. Nothing has been done with the car, as the corporate office noted that they may need to see it in it's original state.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11534596 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Structure & body
6
Most reports here involve premature wear. Of these, 2 mention an injury.
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I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY WHEN THERE WAS A LOUD BOOM AND THE SUNROOF SHATTERED AND FELL ON MY DAUGHTER AND ME. THE GLASS REMAINING IN THE FRAME WAS STILL CRACKLING AND WAS PUSHED UPWARD. THERE WAS NOTHING AROUND AT TUME TO HAVE HIT US AND IT APPEARED TO HAVE BLOWN OUT VS IN.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #10875424 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Other systems
1
Most reports here involve other issues.
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I received a letter from Hyundai telling me to have the work done, but there are no dealerships in my area willing to schedule me for an appointment. I attempted to use the www.hyundaiUSA.com/Campaign188 website to schedule an appointment based on my zip code. Five dealerships came up. Of those five, two had scheduling greyed out and the other three went to an error screen.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11481520 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
How does it compare with other years? The 2010 has 75 complaints on file, more than the 2011 (29). That is the most of the 4 model years of the Hyundai Elantra Touring we cover. Older model years have had longer to collect complaints.