According to Au7o's analysis of 2,258+ owner reports, the 2011 Hyundai Elantra has 16 documented known issues, with 6 rated critical. The most serious are Nu Engine Bearing Failure and Seizure ($4,000-$7,500 repair), Electronic Power Steering System Failure ($800-$3,200 repair), ABS Module Short Circuit Causing Engine Compartment Fire (Recall 20V061), Theft Vulnerability — Missing Engine Immobilizer ('Kia Boyz' / TikTok Challenge), P0016 — Crank/Cam Correlation (Bank 1 Sensor A) from Clogged OCV or Stretched Timing Chain ($150-$1,300 repair) and ABS Module Electrical Short and Fire Risk. The most commonly reported issue is Nu Engine Bearing Failure and Seizure with 890 owner reports. Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $50 to $7,500. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Elantra, Elantra HEV, Venue, Genesis GV80 and 2022 Genesis GV70 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.
Campaign #21V79600013/10/2021
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Santa Fe, 2021 Sonata, and Elantra vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash.
Campaign #21V00M00028/12/2021
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Elantra vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat back recliners may have been improperly welded.
Campaign #21V30200028/04/2021
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
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What are the most common Hyundai Elantra problems?
According to Au7o's analysis of 2,258+ owner reports, the 2011 Hyundai Elantra has 16 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Nu Engine Bearing Failure and Seizure, Electronic Power Steering System Failure, ABS Module Short Circuit Causing Engine Compartment Fire (Recall 20V061). Of these, 6 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Hyundai Elantra reliable?
The 2011 Hyundai Elantra has 16 known issues documented across 2,258+ owner reports. 6 issues are rated critical: Nu Engine Bearing Failure and Seizure and Electronic Power Steering System Failure and ABS Module Short Circuit Causing Engine Compartment Fire (Recall 20V061) and Theft Vulnerability — Missing Engine Immobilizer ('Kia Boyz' / TikTok Challenge) and P0016 — Crank/Cam Correlation (Bank 1 Sensor A) from Clogged OCV or Stretched Timing Chain and ABS Module Electrical Short and Fire Risk. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Hyundai Elantra problems?
Repair costs for known Hyundai Elantra issues range from $0 to $7,500, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Nu Engine Bearing Failure and Seizure, typically costs $4,000-$7,500 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What is the 2011-2016 Hyundai Elantra Nu Engine Bearing Failure and Seizure?
The 1.8L Nu engine in 2011-2016 Elantras is prone to premature failure due to manufacturing defects including piston ring issues, connecting rod bearing failure, and oil passage problems. Metal debris from failed components can circulate through the engine causing catastrophic da… Repairs typically run $4,000-$7,500. Severity: high.
What is the 2011-2018 Hyundai Elantra Electronic Power Steering System Failure?
The electronic power steering (EPS) system fails due to a rubber star damper gear inside the steering column that deteriorates. This causes steering play of up to one inch before wheels respond, making the vehicle difficult to control. Over 200,000 vehicles were recalled for torq… Repairs typically run $800-$3,200. Severity: high.
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On the 2011-2016 Hyundai Elantra 1.8L Nu, the 1.8L Nu engine in 2011-2016 Elantras is prone to premature failure due to manufacturing defects including piston ring issues, connecting rod bearing failure, and oil passage problems. Metal debris from failed components can circulate through the engine causing catastrophic damage. A class action settlement covered these vehicles with extended warranty up to 140,000 miles.
Common Symptoms
Engine knocking or ticking noise that increases with RPM
Excessive oil consumption
Check engine light illumination
Oil pressure warning light
Engine stalling or loss of power
Metal shavings in oil
How to Fix
Check for coverage under the Nu Engine Settlement. Contact Hyundai dealer for software update (KSDS knock sensor detection system). Complete engine replacement if bearing failure has occurred. Regular oil changes every 3,000-5,000 miles to minimize sludge buildup.
Owner tips & cautions
TipRegular oil changes every 3,000-5,000 miles to minimize sludge buildup.
WarningThis is a high-severity issue - ignoring it can lead to costly repairs or safety concerns. Address it promptly.
TipGet a proper diagnosis before replacing parts - similar symptoms can have different causes
High Confidence890 owner reportsLast reported by owners Feb 2024Reviewed Feb 2026
On the 2011-2020 Hyundai Elantra, p0016 means the intake camshaft position no longer correlates with the crankshaft position within the allowed window. On the Elantra's CVVT engines the two dominant causes are (1) a clogged/stuck Oil Control Valve (OCV/CVVT solenoid) — its internal screen loads up with sludge from extended or dirty oil, so the cam phaser can't be commanded to the correct angle — and (2) a stretched timing chain (or worn phaser/tensioner) that has physically retarded cam timing. It commonly shows up on higher-mileage Nu 2.0L cars, sometimes with a cold-start rattle. If left unaddressed a badly stretched chain can jump time.
Common Symptoms
Check engine light on
Rattle or knock on cold start
Rough idle
Hard starting
Reduced power / limp mode in severe cases
How to Fix
Start with an oil-and-filter service using correct-viscosity oil, then inspect/replace the intake OCV (CVVT oil control valve) and clean its screen. Re-check cam timing correlation with a scan tool. If timing is still off — or there is a chain rattle on cold start — inspect the timing chain, tensioner, guides, and cam phaser and replace the timing chain kit as needed. Verify no oil-pressure/sludge issue is starving the phaser.
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Genuine Hyundai 24355-2E100 intake oil-flow control valve
OEMHyundai 24355-2E100
intake OCV replacement only when oil supply and command testing confirm a hydraulic-control fault rather than mechanical chain timing Fitment/availability: 2011-2020 Elantra and 2013-2020 Elantra GT DOHC MPI/GDI catalog applications. Con…
24321-2E000-family complete timing chain, guides, tensioner and CVVT gear set
OEMChain 24321-2E000; gears 24350-2E001 and 24370-2E000 family
complete timing-drive repair for the limited 1.8L Nu branch only after mechanical correlation measurements confirm chain/tensioner wear Fitment/availability: 2011-2013 Elantra 1.8L Nu and listed 2014 Elantra SE/GLS/Limited/GT 1.8L Nu.
On the 2011-2017 Hyundai Elantra, the crankshaft position sensor fails, causing intermittent stalling, hard starting, and no-start conditions. The problem often worsens when the engine is hot and may not trigger check engine codes initially. Sensor harness corrosion is a common contributing factor.
Common Symptoms
Engine stalls randomly, especially at stop lights
Hard starting or extended cranking time
No-start condition for 5-10 minutes after stall
Tachometer intermittently stops working
Engine cuts out when hot
How to Fix
Replace crankshaft position sensor (use OEM part). Inspect and clean sensor connector for corrosion. Check wiring harness for breaks or shorts near engine block. Clear codes and test drive to verify repair.
What you need to fix it
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Walker Products 235-1456 crankshaft position sensor
OEMWalker Products 235-1456
aftermarket crankshaft-position sensor after signal/circuit diagnosis confirms replacement Fitment/availability: Walker catalog: 2011-2016 Elantra 1.8L and 2014-2017 Elantra 2.0L. Exclude the 2017 1.4L turbo and confirm engine/VIN/connec…
Genuine Hyundai/Kia 39180-2B000 crankshaft position sensor
OEMHyundai/Kia 39180-2B000
OE sensor path after diagnosis confirms the crank-sensor branch Fitment/availability: Cataloged Hyundai/Kia GDI/MPI applications including the relevant Elantra years; use VIN confirmation because 2011-2017 contains multiple engines and t…
High Confidence456 owner reportsLast reported by owners Feb 2024Reviewed Feb 2026
On the 2011-2016 Hyundai Elantra 1.8L Nu MPI, mD-generation Elantras with the 1.8L Nu engine develop a distinct two-to-five second rattle or 'diesel' clatter on cold start-up as the hydraulic timing chain tensioner bleeds down overnight and the plastic chain guides wear and become brittle. Early on the noise is only at start-up and quiets once oil pressure builds. As the guides crack and shed material the chain slaps continuously, cam timing drifts, and in the worst cases the chain jumps teeth on the sprocket, producing a crank-no-start and, on this interference engine, valve-to-piston contact. Forum reports consistently note that replacing the tensioner alone does not cure the noise once the guides and sprockets are worn - the whole timing set is needed. The condition is aggravated by extended oil-change intervals and by the low oil level that the same 1.8L Nu is prone to, and is separate from the connecting-rod bearing knock this engine is also known for.
Common Symptoms
Rattle or clatter for a few seconds on cold start-up
Continuous chain slap or whine at idle as wear progresses
Check engine light with cam/crank correlation codes
Rough running or reduced power
Crank but no start after the chain jumps teeth
How to Fix
Diagnose by listening at cold start after the car has sat overnight, then verify with a live-data cam/crank correlation reading and by inspecting the guides through the timing cover. The real fix is a complete timing set - chain, both guides, tensioner arm, hydraulic tensioner and, where worn, the sprockets - not a tensioner alone. There is no recall for this. Use only a filter meeting Hyundai's anti-drainback specification (Hyundai has published guidance that non-conforming filters worsen start-up noise) and shorten the oil-change interval to roughly 5,000 miles. If the chain has already skipped, a compression or leak-down test must be done before rebuilding the timing set, because bent valves are likely.
On the 2009-2020 Hyundai Elantra, p0011 sets when the intake camshaft is more advanced than the PCM commanded (or the CVVT system won't respond correctly). On the Elantra this is most often a stuck/clogged intake Oil Control Valve (CVVT solenoid): the valve's fine internal screen plugs with oil varnish/sludge, so oil pressure to the cam phaser can't be modulated and the cam sticks in an advanced position. Dirty or low oil, a faulty phaser, or a stretched chain are secondary causes. It typically appears on 2009+ CVVT cars, sometimes dropping the car into CVVT limp mode at start-up.
Common Symptoms
Check engine light on
Rough idle
Poor or sluggish acceleration
Occasional CVVT limp/reduced-power mode
Slightly reduced fuel economy
How to Fix
Service the engine oil and filter first, then remove and inspect/clean the intake CVVT oil control valve — replace it if the screen is clogged or it doesn't actuate cleanly. Clear codes and confirm the cam responds to commanded timing with a scan tool. If the code returns with clean oil and a good OCV, inspect the cam phaser and timing chain.
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Genuine Hyundai 24355-23800 intake CVVT oil control valve
OEMHyundai 24355-23800
intake OCV replacement after command/electrical/actuation testing confirms the Beta II valve branch Fitment/availability: 2009-2010 U.S.-market Elantra 2.0L Beta II CVVT; 24355-23800 supersedes the earlier 24355-23770 family. Confirm VIN…
On the 2006-2011 Hyundai Elantra, nHTSA recall 20V061 covers certain 2006-2011 Hyundai Elantra and 2007-2011 Elantra Touring vehicles. Their ABS module remains energized after the vehicle is turned off; if moisture enters its electrical circuit, a short can gradually develop and cause an engine-compartment fire even with the car off.
Common Symptoms
An ABS-module short circuit may occur without advance warning
Engine-compartment fire can occur while the vehicle is turned off
How to Fix
Check the VIN for Hyundai Recall 188. Hyundai dealers install a relay in the main junction box, free of charge, to prevent an ABS short circuit while the vehicle is turned off.
On the 2001-2020 Hyundai Elantra, elantras run in road-salt regions suffer a consistent rear brake problem: the rear caliper piston and the caliper slide pins corrode and stop retracting, so the pads stay in light contact with the rotor. The tell-tale is rear pads wearing out faster than fronts - the reverse of the normal pattern on a front-heavy front-drive car - along with one rear wheel that is noticeably hot after a drive, a burning smell, a rotor with a blue heat ring, and a pull or shudder under braking. On cars with a drum-in-hat parking brake, the parking brake shoe expander and the cables also seize with rust, so the parking brake either will not release or will not hold. Owners report seizure as early as 60,000 km in salt country. Left alone it destroys rotors and pads repeatedly and can overheat the rear wheel bearing and hub.
Common Symptoms
Rear brake pads wearing out before the fronts
One rear wheel hot to the touch after driving
Burning smell after a drive
Grinding, squealing or shudder from the rear brakes
Parking brake will not release, or will not hold on a hill
Reduced fuel economy and a slight drag when coasting
How to Fix
Not a recall item. The correct service is to strip the rear calipers annually in salt regions: clean and re-lubricate the slide pins with high-temperature silicone brake grease, replace torn pin boots and the piston dust boot, clean the pad abutment slides and fit new stainless hardware clips. A piston that will not retract with a wind-back tool, or a bore with pitting, means the caliper is replaced rather than serviced. Free the parking brake cables and lubricate the expander, or replace the cables where the outer sheath has split and let water in. Where a caliper has seized, replace the rotor and pads on that axle in pairs. Preventive brake service each autumn is far cheaper than repeat caliper failure.
On the 2011-2022 Hyundai Elantra, hyundai identifies certain 2011-2022 Elantra vehicles with traditional turn-key ignitions and without engine immobilizers as affected by theft methods that bypass the vehicles' security features. Vehicles with push-button start or an immobilizer indicator are not in this software-upgrade population, and eligibility must be confirmed by VIN.
Common Symptoms
Vehicle has a traditional turn-key ignition
Vehicle has no push-button start or immobilizer indicator
VIN is eligible for a Hyundai anti-theft campaign
How to Fix
Use Hyundai's official VIN lookup or contact a dealer. Eligible vehicles receive Campaign 993's free body-control-module anti-theft software and window decals. The key fob must be used as directed to arm the ignition-kill feature. Hyundai provides other remedies, including steering-wheel locks, for certain vehicles that cannot receive the software.
On the 2011-2016 Hyundai Elantra, mD-generation Elantras have a widely reported failure of the integrated door latch/lock actuator, most often on the driver's door because it cycles the most. The small electric motor inside the latch assembly wears or its gear strips, so the door stops responding to the key fob and to the interior lock switch while the other three doors still work. Owners also report the reverse case - a door that locks and unlocks on its own, or that repeatedly re-locks after being opened - and rear doors failing around 70,000 miles. Because the actuator is built into the latch assembly on these cars rather than being a separate bolt-on part, the whole latch is replaced, and the job requires drilling out the window regulator rivets to get the latch out, which is why quoted labour is higher than owners expect. A door that will not unlock from either the fob or the inside switch is also a safety concern in a crash.
Common Symptoms
One door will not lock or unlock with the key fob or interior switch
Doors lock and unlock by themselves
Clicking or grinding from inside the door when locking
Door only opens with the mechanical key or the inside handle
Central locking works on three doors but not the driver's door
How to Fix
Diagnose by testing whether the failed door responds to the mechanical key and to the interior lock knob - a door that locks manually but not electrically confirms the actuator rather than the linkage. Check the door harness in the rubber boot between the body and the door for broken wires before condemning the latch; broken conductors in that flex loop mimic actuator failure exactly and are far cheaper to fix. The repair is replacement of the complete door latch assembly, which includes the actuator; expect the window regulator rivets to be drilled and replaced with bolts or new rivets. No recall covers the door latches on these years - the trunk latch recall (24V146) is a different part.
On the 2011-2018 Hyundai Elantra, the electronic power steering (EPS) system fails due to a rubber star damper gear inside the steering column that deteriorates. This causes steering play of up to one inch before wheels respond, making the vehicle difficult to control. Over 200,000 vehicles were recalled for torque sensor signal issues.
Common Symptoms
Excessive steering wheel play (1 inch or more)
Sloppy or loose steering feel
Power steering warning light
Increased steering effort required
Grinding or clicking noise when turning
How to Fix
Check for EPS recall coverage. Steering column replacement. EPS motor replacement. Software update for torque sensor calibration.
What you need to fix it
Only diagnosis- and fitment-reviewed repair parts are linked here.
High Confidence567 owner reportsLast reported by owners Feb 2024Reviewed Feb 2026
On the 2011-2015 Hyundai Elantra, nHTSA recall 23V651 covers certain 2011-2015 Hyundai Elantra vehicles. The ABS module may leak brake fluid internally and develop an electrical short, creating an engine-compartment fire risk while the vehicle is parked or being driven.
Common Symptoms
Engine-compartment fire can occur while parked or driving
How to Fix
Check the VIN for Hyundai Recall 251 and arrange the free dealer remedy. Hyundai instructs owners to park outside and away from structures until the recall is completed. Dealers replace the ABS fuse.
On the 2011-2018 Hyundai Elantra, panoramic sunroofs in Hyundai Elantras have spontaneously shattered while driving, often described as sounding like a gunshot. Broken glass falls into the cabin, creating safety hazards. A class action settlement provided an extended 10-year/120,000-mile warranty for shattered sunroof repairs.
Common Symptoms
Sudden loud explosion or gunshot-like sound
Glass shards falling into cabin
Cracking or stress marks appearing in sunroof glass
Sunroof rattling or unusual noises before failure
How to Fix
Check for class action settlement warranty coverage (10 years/120,000 miles). Complete sunroof glass replacement. Document incident thoroughly with photos for warranty claim. Consider aftermarket sunroof protector film.
Owner tips & cautions
TipConsider OEM parts for critical components like sensors and electrical parts - aftermarket can be unreliable
TipGet a proper diagnosis before replacing parts - similar symptoms can have different causes
TipSearch Hyundai Elantra forums and owner groups for real-world experiences and DIY guides
TipGet multiple quotes from independent mechanics - dealer prices can be 2-3x higher for the same repair
Medium Confidence345 owner reportsLast reported by owners Feb 2024Reviewed Feb 2026
On the 2001-2020 Hyundai Elantra, elantras fitted with a sunroof route water that gets past the glass seal into four corner drains and down tubes inside the A-pillars and rear pillars. On cars parked under trees the corner drains silt up with pollen, leaf debris and dirt, and the tubes themselves can pull off their nipples or kink behind the trim. Water then backs up out of the sunroof tray and runs down inside the pillar into the front or rear footwell. Owners describe carpet that is soaking on one side after a heavy rain or a car wash, water sloshing under the mat, a musty smell, fogged glass that will not clear, and eventually mould in the padding. Because the water tracks along the sill, it can also reach body control and junction-block connectors and cause unrelated intermittent electrical faults, and on later cars it can soak the under-seat airbag wiring. It affects sunroof-equipped Elantras across generations, not just the panoramic-roof cars.
Common Symptoms
Wet or soaked carpet on the driver or passenger side after rain
Water dripping from the headliner or A-pillar
Musty or mouldy smell in the cabin
Windows fogging and not clearing
Unexplained intermittent electrical faults from wet floor connectors
How to Fix
Not a recall item - it is preventive maintenance. Open the sunroof and locate the four corner drain holes, then clear them with low-pressure compressed air or a soft trimmer line, never a stiff wire that can puncture the tube. Pour a cup of water into each corner and confirm it drains out behind the front wheels and at the rear. Where the tube has separated from its nipple or split, the trim must come off to reseat or replace the tube. Any wet carpet must be lifted and the jute padding dried or replaced - drying the carpet surface alone leaves the mould. Flush the drains once or twice a year, more often if the car is parked under trees.
On the 2011-2022 Hyundai Elantra, p0420 on the Elantra means the downstream (post-cat) oxygen sensor sees the catalytic converter no longer scrubbing efficiently. On the 2017-2020 Nu 2.0L engine this frequently is not just an aged cat — it is a symptom of the well-documented Nu 2.0L piston-ring/oil-consumption defect (addressed by NHTSA recall campaign 21V722000 for certain 2019-2020 2.0L cars). Oil burned in the combustion chamber poisons and clogs the catalyst, so a converter replaced without fixing oil consumption is quickly re-destroyed. On older Beta/Nu cars P0420 is more commonly a simple worn converter or a lazy/failed downstream O2 sensor.
Common Symptoms
Check engine light on
Failed emissions/smog test
Rotten-egg (sulfur) smell in some cases
Reduced power if converter is clogged
Blue exhaust smoke / low oil level if tied to oil consumption
How to Fix
Before condemning the converter, run an oil-consumption test (and check for the piston-ring recall if a 2019-2020 2.0L). Rule out a lazy rear O2 sensor and any exhaust leak before the cat first — replace the downstream O2 sensor if switching is sluggish. If the converter is genuinely spent, replace it, but only after the oil-consumption/engine issue is corrected so the new cat survives.
On the 2007-2020 Hyundai Elantra, on the Elantra's inline-4 (Beta II 2.0L in 2007-2010, Nu 2.0L in 2011+), P0171 means fuel trims have gone too positive because unmetered air is entering the engine. The classic Elantra trigger is a vacuum leak — most often a hardened/cracked PCV hose or a leaking intake-manifold gasket — followed by a contaminated mass-air-flow (MAF) sensor giving low airflow readings, or a stuck-open purge/PCV valve. A weak fuel pump or clogged injectors are less common but possible when fuel pressure drops below the ~49-53 PSI spec. Being an inline-4, the Elantra has only Bank 1, so this is the only lean-bank code it can set.
Common Symptoms
Check engine light on
Rough or unstable idle
Hesitation or stumble on acceleration
Reduced fuel economy
Occasional hard start
How to Fix
Perform a smoke test to pinpoint the vacuum/intake leak, then replace the failed PCV hose, intake-manifold gasket, or PCV valve. Clean the MAF sensor with MAF-safe cleaner (or replace if it doesn't recover). Verify fuel pressure holds 49-53 PSI to rule out a weak pump or clogged filter/injectors. Clear codes and re-check long-term fuel trims (should return toward 0%).
What you need to fix it
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Genuine Hyundai 26740-21314 PCV valve
OEMHyundai 26740-21314
PCV valve replacement only when smoke/flow testing identifies a leaking or stuck Beta-engine valve Fitment/availability: 2007-2010 Elantra 2.0L DOHC MPI within the retailer's 2000-2010 catalog coverage. Confirm VIN and Beta II engine; re…
PCV valve replacement only when smoke/flow testing identifies a leaking or stuck Nu-engine valve Fitment/availability: 2011-2020 Elantra 1.8L/2.0L DOHC MPI/GDI applications supported by Hyundai's catalog. Confirm VIN and engine; the 1.6T…
On the 2007-2015 Hyundai Elantra, hyundai TSB 17-ST-002 covers 2007-2010 Elantra, 2009-2012 Elantra Touring and specified-production 2011-2015 Elantra vehicles. The flexible rubber coupling in the motor-driven power-steering assembly may wear and produce a slight clicking or thud noise while the steering wheel is turned. Hyundai states that this wear does not affect steering control and is not a safety issue.
Common Symptoms
Slight clicking noise while turning the steering wheel
Slight thud while turning the steering wheel
How to Fix
Have a Hyundai dealer confirm vehicle eligibility and diagnose the noise. The bulletin extends coupling coverage to 10 years or 100,000 miles, whichever occurs first, and describes replacement of the MDPS flexible coupling when required.
What you need to fix it
Only diagnosis- and fitment-reviewed repair parts are linked here.
out-of-coverage coupling replacement after the click/thud branch is confirmed Fitment/availability: 2007-2015 Elantra HD and MD/UD applications identified by TSB 17-ST-002/TXX7; replaces 56315-2H000-FFF. Confirm VIN and MDPS design.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Elantra and 2020 Accent vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver and passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Campaign #22V21800001/04/2022
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Accent, 2021-2022 Elantra, and 2021-2022 Elantra HEV vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
What is the 2006-2011 Hyundai Elantra ABS Module Short Circuit Causing Engine Compartment Fire (Recall 20V061)?
NHTSA recall 20V061 covers certain 2006-2011 Hyundai Elantra and 2007-2011 Elantra Touring vehicles. Their ABS module remains energized after the vehicle is turned off; if moisture enters its electrical circuit, a short can gradually develop and cause an engine-compartment fire e… Severity: high.
What is the 2011-2022 Hyundai Elantra Theft Vulnerability — Missing Engine Immobilizer ('Kia Boyz' / TikTok Challenge)?
Hyundai identifies certain 2011-2022 Elantra vehicles with traditional turn-key ignitions and without engine immobilizers as affected by theft methods that bypass the vehicles' security features. Vehicles with push-button start or an immobilizer indicator are not in this software… Severity: high.
What is the 2011-2020 Hyundai Elantra P0016 — Crank/Cam Correlation (Bank 1 Sensor A) from Clogged OCV or Stretched Timing Chain?
P0016 means the intake camshaft position no longer correlates with the crankshaft position within the allowed window. On the Elantra's CVVT engines the two dominant causes are (1) a clogged/stuck Oil Control Valve (OCV/CVVT solenoid) — its internal screen loads up with sludge fro… Repairs typically run $150-$1,300. Severity: high.
What is the 2011-2015 Hyundai Elantra ABS Module Electrical Short and Fire Risk?
NHTSA recall 23V651 covers certain 2011-2015 Hyundai Elantra vehicles. The ABS module may leak brake fluid internally and develop an electrical short, creating an engine-compartment fire risk while the vehicle is parked or being driven. Severity: high.
What is the 2011-2017 Hyundai Elantra Crankshaft Position Sensor Failure Causing Stalling?
The crankshaft position sensor fails, causing intermittent stalling, hard starting, and no-start conditions. The problem often worsens when the engine is hot and may not trigger check engine codes initially. Sensor harness corrosion is a common contributing factor. Repairs typically run $150-$400. Severity: medium.
What is the 2011-2018 Hyundai Elantra Panoramic Sunroof Spontaneous Shattering?
Panoramic sunroofs in Hyundai Elantras have spontaneously shattered while driving, often described as sounding like a gunshot. Broken glass falls into the cabin, creating safety hazards. A class action settlement provided an extended 10-year/120,000-mile warranty for shattered su… Repairs typically run $800-$1,500. Severity: medium.
What is the 2011-2016 Hyundai Elantra 1.8L Nu Timing Chain Tensioner and Guide Wear Causing Cold-Start Rattle and Chain Skip?
MD-generation Elantras with the 1.8L Nu engine develop a distinct two-to-five second rattle or 'diesel' clatter on cold start-up as the hydraulic timing chain tensioner bleeds down overnight and the plastic chain guides wear and become brittle. Early on the noise is only at start… Repairs typically run $700-$1,800. Severity: medium.
What is the 2001-2020 Hyundai Elantra Rear Brake Caliper Piston and Slide Pin Seizure from Corrosion Causing Dragging Brakes and Warped Rotors?
Elantras run in road-salt regions suffer a consistent rear brake problem: the rear caliper piston and the caliper slide pins corrode and stop retracting, so the pads stay in light contact with the rotor. The tell-tale is rear pads wearing out faster than fronts - the reverse of t… Repairs typically run $250-$900. Severity: medium.
What is the 2001-2020 Hyundai Elantra Sunroof Drain Tube Clogging Causing Water in the Footwells and Headliner Staining?
Elantras fitted with a sunroof route water that gets past the glass seal into four corner drains and down tubes inside the A-pillars and rear pillars. On cars parked under trees the corner drains silt up with pollen, leaf debris and dirt, and the tubes themselves can pull off the… Repairs typically run $0-$600. Severity: medium.
What is the 2009-2020 Hyundai Elantra P0011 — Intake Camshaft Timing Over-Advanced (Bank 1) from Stuck CVVT Oil Control Valve?
P0011 sets when the intake camshaft is more advanced than the PCM commanded (or the CVVT system won't respond correctly). On the Elantra this is most often a stuck/clogged intake Oil Control Valve (CVVT solenoid): the valve's fine internal screen plugs with oil varnish/sludge, so… Repairs typically run $120-$400. Severity: medium.
What is the 2011-2022 Hyundai Elantra P0420 — Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1), Often Downstream of Nu 2.0L Oil Consumption?
P0420 on the Elantra means the downstream (post-cat) oxygen sensor sees the catalytic converter no longer scrubbing efficiently. On the 2017-2020 Nu 2.0L engine this frequently is not just an aged cat — it is a symptom of the well-documented Nu 2.0L piston-ring/oil-consumption de… Repairs typically run $300-$1,800. Severity: medium.
What is the 2007-2020 Hyundai Elantra P0171 — System Too Lean (Bank 1) from Vacuum Leak / Dirty MAF?
On the Elantra's inline-4 (Beta II 2.0L in 2007-2010, Nu 2.0L in 2011+), P0171 means fuel trims have gone too positive because unmetered air is entering the engine. The classic Elantra trigger is a vacuum leak — most often a hardened/cracked PCV hose or a leaking intake-manifold… Repairs typically run $50-$450. Severity: medium.
What is the 2007-2015 Hyundai Elantra MDPS Rubber Coupler Wear — Steering Clunk / Knock and Loss of Assist?
Hyundai TSB 17-ST-002 covers 2007-2010 Elantra, 2009-2012 Elantra Touring and specified-production 2011-2015 Elantra vehicles. The flexible rubber coupling in the motor-driven power-steering assembly may wear and produce a slight clicking or thud noise while the steering wheel is… Severity: low.
What is the 2011-2016 Hyundai Elantra Door Lock Actuator and Latch Assembly Failure Causing Doors That Will Not Lock or Unlock?
MD-generation Elantras have a widely reported failure of the integrated door latch/lock actuator, most often on the driver's door because it cycles the most. The small electric motor inside the latch assembly wears or its gear strips, so the door stops responding to the key fob a… Repairs typically run $200-$600. Severity: low.
