Engine
2.0L 4-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 267 of 267 complaints with a usable failure date.
Odometer when the failure occurred
Owner-reported mileage at failure, in 20,000-mile bands. Based on 218 of 267 complaints reporting a plausible odometer (500 to 500,000 miles; unverified).
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Glass & wipers
61 complaint records
"VISORS RIGHT AND LEFT SUDDENLY FELL DOWN AND OBSCUREDVISION. WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION SUN WAS BLINDING, BUT WAS CLOSE TO HOME...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse glass & wipers parts in the directory →
Air bags
49 complaint records14 crash reports
"I HAVE HYUNDAI ELANTRA .IT SHUT DOWN AUTOMATICALLY WHEN THE CAR IN THE SLOW SPPED ANOTHER PROBLEM IS THAT ITS SHOWS THE WRONG LEVEL FOR THE HEAT METER...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse air bags parts in the directory →
Brakes
39 complaint records6 fire reports
"Applying the brakes and they don’t engage abs. Couldn’t come to a stop at very slow speed. They jammed up. And the dash lights don’t illuminate. Very similar to recall 188 Thanks..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse brakes parts in the directory →
Federal defect investigations
Formal investigations opened by the federal safety agency into this vehicle. An investigation is the step between a complaint pattern and a recall; not every one results in one.
| Investigation | Status | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| DP21003 opened Nov 2021 | closed Jun 2023 | Vehicle Speed Control | Throttle control system vulnerabilities The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received a petition letter dated October 10, 2021, requesting an investigation of possible defects in the electronic throttle control (ETC) system on... |
| PE09003 opened Jan 2009 | closed Apr 2009 | Vehicle Speed Control | STOP LAMP SWITCH FAILURE - led to recall 09V122000 BY LETTER DATED APRIL 15, 2009, HYUNDAI NOTIFIED THE AGENCY THAT IT WILL CONDUCT A SAFETY RECALL (NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 09V122) TO REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCHES ON MANY OF ITS MODEL YEAR 2005-2008 VEHICLES.SEE RECALL 09V122 FOR A COMPLETE LIST. |
| PE08044 opened Jul 2008 | closed Sep 2008 | Fuel System, Gasoline | ENGINE STALLING - FUEL PUMP FAILURE - led to recall 08V429000 ON AUGUST 19, 2008, HYUNDAI SUBMITTED A DEFECT INFORMATION REPORT TO NHTSA CONCERNING FUEL PUMP FAILURE RESULTING IN ENGINE STALL IN APPROXIMATELY 65,000 MODEL YEAR 2008 HYUNDAI ELANTRA VEHICLES WITH 2.0 LITER BETA ENGINES PRODUCED FROM NOVEMBER 5, 2007,... |
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20V061000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2007-2010 Elantra and 2009-2011 Elantra Touring vehicles. | Normally free |
| 13V113000 | Exterior Lighting | Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz,... | Normally free |
| 11V179000 | Air Bags | HYUNDAI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2008 ELANTRA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 14, 2006, THROUGH AUGUST 29, 2007. | Normally free |
| 11V143000 | Air Bags | HYUNDAI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 ELANTRA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 14, 2006, THROUGH NOVEMBER 1, 2008. | Normally free |
| 09V280000 | Exterior Lighting | HYUNDAI IS RECALLING 3,011 MODEL YEAR 2005-2007 ELANTRA, TUCSON, SONATA, AZERA AND ACCENT VEHICLES. A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO FAIL TO ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED OR... | Normally free |
| 09V122000 | Exterior Lighting | HYUNDAI IS RECALLING 532,633 MY 2006-2007 ACCENT, ENTOURAGE, SONATA, MY 2007 AZERA, ELANTRA AND SANTA FE, MY 2005-2007 TUCSON AND MY 2007-2008 VERACRUZ VEHICLES. | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020045 2020-02-07 | Brakes | 39,178 | Issue: On certain vehicles equipped with an anti-lock brake system (ABS), moisture can enter the ABS control module and cause a short circuit. Safety Risk: A short circuit could create a fire risk. |
| 2013099 2013-04-03 | Electrical | 254,784 | On certain vehicles, the stop lamp switch may fail and cause intermittent operation of the brake lights. Failure of the brake lights to illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed could result in a crash causing property damage and/or... |
| 2009120 2009-04-23 | Lights And Instruments | 67,976 | On certain vehicles, the stop lamp switch may have been incorrectly installed during vehicle assembly. This could prevent proper brake lamp operation. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| DTN DCS Apr 2026 | Air Bags | The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety advisory regarding dangerous, counterfeit driver‑side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN), that have been identified in U.S. | |
| DTN DL Apr 2026 | Air Bags | The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of substandard and dangerous driver’s-side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN). | |
| 25-BD-012H TSB Nov 2025 | Exterior Lighting | This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. | |
| 24-BD-001H Feb 2024 | Visibility/Wiper | This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming partially separated on the inner side... | |
| 23-EM-005H Oct 2023 | Engine And Engine Cooling | This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services. |
Show 49 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23-BD-007H Apr 2023 | Structure | Hyundai applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships. It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust, acid rain, and industrial fallout. In rare cases, the paint can become clouded under the PPF. | |
| 23-BD-002H Jan 2023 | Visibility | This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. | |
| 22-EM-010H Jul 2022 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Follow the guidelines outlined in this bulletin to inspect and clean or replace certain components of the engine intake system accordingly during engine short block or sub-assembly replacement. | |
| 22-GI-006H Jul 2022 | Tires | Effective June 2, 2008, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 110 (FMVSS 110) established a threshold for correcting load carrying capacity information indicated on tire placards when vehicle weight has been increased before retail sale. | |
| 21-AT-006H May 2021 | Power Train | Hyundai approves only the ATF, DCT gear oil and IVT gear oil specified in the vehicleâÂÂs ownerâÂÂs manual. ï· Use of other ATF may result in improper shift quality or other drivability conditions. | |
| 21-EM-004H Mar 2021 | Equipment | This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps. | |
| 21-BR-002H Mar 2021 | Service Brakes | This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures. | |
| 21-EM-003H Mar 2021 | Engine And Engine Cooling | This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below. | |
| 20-BR-002H Nov 2020 | Service Brakes | This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear around the brake caliper area. | |
| 20-SS-004H Nov 2020 | Tires | This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. For all wheel/tire balance claims, the âTire Balance Data Sheetâ must be fully completed including imbalance and Road Force Variation (RFV) data. | |
| 20-BD-014H Jul 2020 | Exterior Lighting | This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. | |
| 20-SS-002H(1) May 2020 | Wheels | This bulletin provides information on tire maintenance best practices and procedures for dealers and customers to maximize tire life and performance. | |
| 20-BD-007H-1 May 2020 | Equipment | This bulletin describes the general guidelines to help disinfect and protect vehicle exterior/interior surfaces using recommended safe chemical products. | |
| 20-EE-003H Apr 2020 | Equipment | This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: ⢠A Battery SOC alert - low Battery State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. ⢠A 30 Day alert - vehicle has not started and reported an SOC in 30 days. | |
| 20-AT-016H Apr 2020 | Equipment | The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions: | |
| 20-BD-007H Mar 2020 | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | This bulletin describes the general guidelines to disinfect and protect vehicle interior surfaces using certain safe chemical products. | |
| 20-SS-001H Feb 2020 | Suspension | This bulletin describes the requirements for all wheel alignment and/or vehicle tracking claims and best practices when diagnosing and conducting alignment-related repairs for all models and model years. | |
| 20-BE-001H Jan 2020 | Electrical System | This bulletin provides guidelines to inspect the USB, head unit, and multi-box for common connection conditions. 2. This bulletin presents guidelines to inspect for common Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connection conditions. 3. | |
| 19-BE-011H-1 Nov 2019 | Back Over Prevention | The Blind Spot Detection (BSD) or Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) is a system that measures the speed of and distance from the following vehicles by using two magnetic wave radar sensors attached in the rear bumper. | |
| 19-GI-006H Oct 2019 | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | This bulletin provides instruction detailing the proper methodology for scanning and uploading captured GDS data files to the Techline Repository. Compliance with this bulletin ensures that the GDS data files are correctly transferred and matched with a Techline Case number. | |
| 19-FL-003H Apr 2019 | Electrical System | This bulletin provides the procedure to write the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) during the replacement of the Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Once the VIN has been programmed to the ECM/PCM, it cannot be removed or overwritten. | |
| 5NP-J8M4U-10 Sep 2017 | Structure | Hyundai Motor America is reinstating Service Campaign TT1 which provides front and rear under body corrosion prevention treatment on certain 2007-2010 Model Year Elantra vehicles in the following salt belt states: Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland,... | |
| 5NP-G5Z6W-03 Feb 2017 | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | The MDPS (motor driven power steering) assembly contains a flexible rubber coupling which may wear over time resulting in a slight "clicking" or "thud" type noise when turning the steering wheel. | |
| 5NP-F8M5G-03 Feb 2017 | Steering | Hyundai has announced an extended warranty for the motor driven power steering (MDPS) coupling on the following vehicles: ? 2011-2014 Sonata (YFa), 2011-2014 Sonata Hybrid (YF HEV) ? | |
| 5NP-S9D9P-10 Sep 2016 | Power Train | THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION ON COMPONENTS, ATTRIBUTES, AND PRECAUTIONS OF THE 7-SPEED DRY-TYPE DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION (DCT). | |
| 5NP-B6E2P-10 Aug 2016 | Power Train | "THE PCM OR TCM CONTAINS LOGIC TO ADJUST SOLENOID DUTY AND LINE PRESSURE AS NEEDED TO COMPENSATE FOR NORMAL CLUTCH WEAR OVER THE LIFE OF THE TRANSAXLE. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURES NECESSARY TO RESET (ERASE) AND RELEARN THE PCM/TCM ADAPTIVE VALUES. | |
| 5NP-C4T4L-09 Aug 2016 | Engine | HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA IS CONDUCTING A SERVICE CAMPAIGN TO REPLACE THE THERMOSTAT ON CERTAIN RETAILED 2017 MODEL YEAR ELANTRA VEHICLES. SERVICE CAMPAIGN TLL PROVIDES A PROCEDURE TO REPLACE THE ENGINE THERMOSTAT. | |
| TSB-15-01-019-1 Jun 2015 | Steering | HYUNDAI: ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING (EPS) WARNING INDICATOR LAMP WILL ILLUMINATE WHEN SENSING DISCREPANCY IN SYSTEMS CIRCUITRY AND STEERING ASSIST NOT AVAILABLE AND REVERTS BACK TO MANUAL STEERING MODE. MODEL 2007-08,2010 ELANTRA, 2010-12 ELANTRA TOURING. *PE | |
| 14-01-017 May 2014 | Equipment | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| 13-AT-005-1 Mar 2013 | Equipment | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| TSB-11-01-010 May 2011 | Air Bags | HYUNDAI: 2007-2009 ELANTRA. AIRBAG CONTROL UNIT REPROGRAMMING AND INSTALLATION OF A PROTECTIVE COVER OVER THE WEIGHT CLASSIFICATION SENSOR. *RM UPDATED 9/21/11. *PE | |
| TSB-11-ST-001 May 2011 | Steering | HYUNDAI: SLIGHT RATTLE NOISE FROM THE STEERING WHILE AT LOW SPEEDS DRIVING OVER ROUGH ROADS OR TURNING LEFT. *RM | |
| 11FL-002 Jan 2011 | Fuel System | HYUNDAI: AFTER A VEHICLE HAS BEEN STORED FOR A WHILE AND IS STARTED THERE IS A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND MISFIRE CODES. THIS IS LIKELY DUE TO AGED FUEL AND CARBON DEPOSITS ON THE SPARK PLUGS. *RM | |
| TSB-10-AT-010 Aug 2010 | Engine And Engine Cooling | HYUNDAI: SOLENOID DIANOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0741, P0742, P0743, P0748, P0750, P0755, P0760, P0765. INCORRECT OPERATION OF THE TRANSAXLE SOLENOIDS MAY RESULT IN THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS-CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED; TRANSAXLE IN 3RD GEAR FAIL SAFE AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. *PE | |
| TSB09-AT-011-1 Sep 2009 | Power Train | HYUNDAI: ATA SOLENOID DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0741, P0742, P0743, P0748, P0750, P0755, P0760, P0765. INCORRECT OPERATION OF THE TRANSAXLE SOLENOIDS MAY RESULT IN THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS-CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED; TRANSAXLE IN 3RD GEAR FAIL SAFE. *PE | |
| TSB-09-SS-003 Aug 2009 | Steering | HYUNDAI: ABSOLUTE STEERING POSITION (ASP) CALIBRATION FOR ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS). *PE | |
| TSB-09-AT-013 Jul 2009 | Power Train | HYUNDAI: AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE RANGE SWITCH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0705 (RANGE SWITCH SIGNAL PROBLEMS), P0707 (RANGE SWITCH OPEN CIRCUIT), AND P0708 (RANGE SWITCH SHORT CIRCUIT OR MULTIPLE INPUTS). | |
| TSB-09-AT-011 Jun 2009 | Power Train | HYUNDAI: ATA SOLENOID DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0741, P0742, P0743, P0748, P0750, P0755, P0760, P0765. INCORRECT OPERATION OF THE TRANSAXLE SOLENOIDS MAY RESULT IN THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS: CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED; TRANSAXLE IN 3RD GEAR FAIL SAFE; AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE... | |
| TSB-09-01-018 Jun 2009 | Exterior Lighting | HYUNDAI SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. STOP LAMP SWITCH REPLACEMENT (CAMPAIGN 092). THIS BULLETIN DESCRIBES THE PROCEDURE TO REMOVE, REPLACE, AND ADJUST THE STOP LAMP SWITCH. *PE | |
| 08-ST-002 Sep 2008 | Steering | HYUNDAI: MOTOR DRIVEN POWER STEERING (MDPS) SYSTEM WORM SHAFT FLEXIBLE COUPLING REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *PE | |
| 08-SS-006 Aug 2008 | Suspension | HYUNDAI: SERVICEABILITY TIP-REAR SUSPENSION UPPER CONTROL ARM FLANGE BOLT. *PE | |
| 0740014 Nov 2007 | Power Train | AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE HARSH AND/OR DELAYED UPSHIFT OR DOWNSHIFT - GDS ANALYSIS. *NJ | |
| 0740015 Nov 2007 | Power Train | AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE HARSH AND/OR DELAYED ENGAGEMENT INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. *NJ | |
| 0790010 Oct 2007 | Electrical System | ECU REPROGRAMMING FOR SPEEDOMETER DISPLAY CUSTOMER SATISFACTION ACTION (CSA) *NJ UPDATED 01/10/08. *NJ | |
| 0780002 Jun 2007 | Seats | REAR SEATS MAY NOT PROPERLY RELEASE IN ORDER TO FOLD THEM DOWN. *KB | |
| 0740008 Jun 2007 | Power Train | TRANSAXLE SOLENOIDS INCORRECT OPERATION MAY CAUSE THESE SYMPTOMS. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATING, HELD IN THIRD GEAR FAIL-SAFE, AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC)'S P0741, P0742, P0743, P0748, P0750, P0755, P0760, AND P0765. *KB | |
| 0601018 Dec 2006 | Unknown Or Other | GLOVE BOX DAMPER REPLACEMENT. *KB | |
| 06400081 Oct 2006 | Power Train | AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SHIFT LEVER WILL NOT SHIFT OUT OF PARK. *KB | |
| 39 | Visibility | WINDSHIELD GLASS WATER LEAK. *KB |
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Run the wipers and washers, and test every window.Slow or stuck regulators, streaking wipers, and windshield cracks are this vehicle's visibility complaints.
- Watch the airbag warning light through a full key cycle.It should light on start and go out within seconds. A light that stays on, or never lights at all, means the system needs attention. Run the VIN for inflator recalls specifically.
- Brake hard once from speed on an empty road.A pull to one side, a pulsing pedal, a pedal that sinks at a stop, or an ABS light that stays lit are the brake complaints on this vehicle presenting themselves.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 6 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
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