10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
6 / 13
Injuries / Deaths:
3 / 0
Average Mileage:
47,271 miles

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problem #77

Dec 152015

Elantra

  • 63,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. While driving various speeds, the engine made a loud ticking noise. The vehicle was taken to jim click Hyundai auto mall (700 w auto mall dr, tucson, AZ 85705, (877) 888-2231) where it was diagnosed that the water pump was faulty and needed to be replaced. The dealer stated that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The manufacturer was contacted. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was approximately 63,000.

- Newport News, VA, USA

problem #76

May 092018

Elantra

  • 65,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. While the vehicle was idling, a ticking noise was heard underneath the hood without warning. The vehicle was taken to dave hallman Hyundai (2104 state St SE, erie, pa 16503, 814-452-6731) where it was diagnosed that the engine was faulty and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall for the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.

- Erie, PW, USA

problem #75

Mar 272018

Elantra

  • 68,126 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. While driving 30 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. Prior to the failure, there was an abnormal noise coming from the engine. The vehicle was towed to ourisman Hyundai (2404 crain hwy, bowie, md 20716, (855) 818-7744), but was not diagnosed. The contact was informed that the vehicle was out of warranty and that the manufacturer would not cover any repairs. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 68,126.

- Washington, DC, USA

problem #74

May 022018

Elantra

  • miles
When I was driving my 2013 Hyundai Elantra in January of 2018 a very distinctive clicking noise started to come from the engine, without any cause. After taking my vehicle to multiple mechanics, the problem was diagnosed as a faulty engine that could not be repaired. I have never had an engine fail on me before and I know that in some cases it can be very dangerous. I was fortunate enough to get my engine replaced without having the engine fail, although it sounded, and drove, like it was almost there. This problem got so bad that it wouldn't allow me to even drive on hills anymore because the engine couldn't withstand it. I only had this car for not even 3 yrs and this occurred. I got the car at 39,400 miles and I only put 25,00 on it from driving it so their is no way this should have occurred. I paid 1900 to replace the engine and was not happy at all

- Cortland, NY, USA

problem #73

Apr 242018

Elantra

  • 35,000 miles
1. engine noise (knocking sound, ticking sound) 2. air conditioning system failed too early and replaced it around 45,000 miles. 3. axle boot (left side) grease leaked too early (around 50,000 miles) 4. inner fender (right side) tore down. Replaced 5. two bubble tires (we changed the tire eight months ago!) replaced 6. clicking sound on passenger side door when I changed the gear (50,200 miles) 7. engine mount replacement (35,570 miles)

- Dallas, TX, USA

problem #72

Jan 152018

Elantra

  • 49,000 miles
Engine has a ticking noise

- Windber, PA, USA

problem #71

Feb 012018

Elantra

  • 66,000 miles
Car had been making an awful sound, ticking almost for a while... took it to the garage and it was diagnosed as the engine completely shot. They said there were 12 other Elantras at their garage alone waiting to be repaired for the exact same issue. They said certain years they've noticed are being affected, but it doesn't matter the mileage, they're getting cars with even just 20K miles coming in need of a new engine. Estimated the part at $2400, don't have that to spare.

- Wellsville, NY, USA

problem #70

Feb 062018

Elantra

  • 64,999 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. While driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal knocking sound in the engine. The vehicle was taken to wilkins Hyundai (750 N york rd, elmhurst, il 60126, (630) 279-3000) where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the engines being on backorder. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 64,999. The VIN was not available.

- Villa Park, IL, USA

problem #69

Feb 222018

Elantra

  • 57,000 miles
2/23/2018 at highway speed near 70 mph, in spring valley, ca. Making sweeping right turn, engine suddenly stops, coast to road shoulder, engine fails start attempts, tow truck called. At tow impound yard 3 days of engine attempt failed. End of 3rd day impound, tow manager started car, ran okay, but car was towed to dealer to assure engine okay. The dealer found no fault with the vehicle. A consumer reporter publication, had 18 same year same model Hyundai with high speed right turn engine failures, but no fix of the problem by dealer or private mechanics for the 18 Hyundai owners. It appears Hyundai is hiding this right turn fault from nhsa, and the public. 18 had repeat incidents after the initial failure.

- Escondido, CA, USA

problem #68

Feb 052018

Elantra

  • 87,200 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. While driving various speeds with the accelerator pedal depressed, there was an abnormal noise from the front of the vehicle. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to patriot GMC Hyundai (2001 SE Washington blvd, bartlesville, ok 74006) where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 87,200.

- Chanute, KS, USA

problem #67

Feb 032018

Elantra

  • 96,631 miles
I purchased a 2013 Hyundai Elantra as a new vehicle back in November of 2013. I recently decided to upgrade my vehicle to a SUV. After purchasing the new vehicle, my intention was to sell my old vehicle (the Elantra) to my fiance. Prior to completing the title transfer, I received a recall notice on the Elantra and brought it in to to have the recall work done on 2/3/18 (there were 96,631 miles on the car at this service). When I brought the vehicle in for the recall work, the car was making a slight ticking sound from the engine compartment. The dealership proceeded to complete the recall repair, and also inspected the vehicle. They informed me that I had some bulbs out and that I would need new tires soon. They failed to address the ticking noise from the engine.we proceeded with the title transfer on 2/7/18. My fiance decided to go ahead and bring the vehicle back in to walser Hyundai on 2/12/18 to have the ticking noise addressed. We were then informed that the car is in need of major engine repair and the cost of the repair would be $5,900. I inquired about the powertrain warranty which would cover such repairs up to 100,000 miles and was told that because we transferred the title that they would not honor the warranty. We would not have proceeded with the title transfer until the issue was resolved. I have reason to believe that the dealership neglected to address the noise because they knew what the issue was (this is a common issue with this year and model vehicle), saw the car was almost past the 100K mile limit for the warranty figured that by the time we brought it back in, the car would be over the mileage limit for the warranty. I did file a complaint/case with Hyundai and they again told me that they will not cover any of the cost of the repair.

- Zimmerman, MN, USA

problem #66

Feb 202018

Elantra

  • 32,575 miles
After an oil change at a Hyundai dealer, I did a quick acceleration from the dealership onto a busy road. The car immediately loss almost all power, with heavy white smoke coming out of the rear of the car. I immediately pulled to the side of the road. The car smelled likeke burning oil/a very hot engine. I parked the car and walked back to the dealership. They explained the problem on oil in the intake manifold and it was sucked into the engine during acceleration. They stated that they have seen this problem before. I bought the car new and this is the first time that I had this problem. It was fortunate that when I pulled out into traffic I had enough space that I did not get rear-ended, since it was a busy road. My vehicle has 33575 mile and up to now, no problems. I went on the Hyundai form and this is a common problem. It is a safety problem. Any loss of acceleration when needed is dangerous.

- Palm Coast, FL, USA

problem #65

Aug 152015

Elantra

  • 50,000 miles
They is movement in the emergency brake and a thopping when you let up off the brake. Flashers freeze when its cold.

- Newark, DE, USA

problem #64

Feb 012018

Elantra

  • miles
Making a noise

- Kankakee, IL, USA

problem #63

Jan 152017

Elantra

  • 121,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact noticed a knocking noise coming from the engine. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to prestige Hyundai (768 E chester St, kingston, NY 12401, (845) 339-3313) where it was diagnosed that the lower bearing in the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 121,000.

- Elizaville, NY, USA

problem #62

Jan 182018

Elantra

  • 65,000 miles
"takata recall". I went in to find a car. Ran into my Hyundai Elantra. Ran great did my routine maintenance. Did all my routine checks. Now I'm having to fix or replace my engine do to not covered under warranty. 64,000 miles 2nd owner. I noticed the ticking when I pulled into my driveway with my children and parked, the tick never went away and not one check engine light or oil light came on. Now that this became an issue for me, I notice it's happening everywhere.

- Council Bluffs, IA, USA

problem #61

Jan 222018

Elantra

  • 76,000 miles
The engine seized while driving on the highway and the car stalled out.

- Corinth, NY, USA

problem #60

Oct 152017

Elantra

  • 50,000 miles
When attempting to start vehicle the "P" does not show in the information panel and the car will not start. Vigorous shaking of the gear selector sometimes allows the "P" to illuminate and then the car will start. The vehicle is not in motion and has been parked in garage. This started in October and happens more and more frequently.

- Fairfield, OH, USA

problem #59

Aug 142017

Elantra

  • 20,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. While driving 15 mph, the vehicle began to smoke profusely while the accelerator pedal was being depressed. The failure was persistent. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer (advantage Hyundai, 440 plainview road, hicksville, NY 11801) where the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and referred the contact to NHTSA. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000.

- Hicksville, NY, USA

problem #58

Nov 012017

Elantra

  • 90,000 miles
I took my car to the shop today because it had this horrible ticking sound in the engine. I found out a need a new engine

- Brookville, PA, USA

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