Model year record

2013 Hyundai Elantra

4 recall campaigns on file for this model year. 1,944 owner complaints on file.

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 23V651000

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module

Component
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Vehicles affected
1,649,478
Reported to NHTSA
2023-09-22
Owners notified
2024-04-10

Defect description

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

Safety risk

An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.

Recall campaignNHTSA 17V769000

Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages

Component
Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Vehicles affected
390,467
Reported to NHTSA
2017-11-30
Owners notified
2018-01-15

Defect description

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Elantra sedan, coupe and GT vehicles. The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released. This will allow the brake lights to remain illuminated continuously. It can also allow the shift lever to be moved without depressing the brake pedal, or activate the engine management brake pedal override feature.

Safety risk

If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted, then the transmission can be shifted out of PARK without depressing the brake pedal. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 8, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 170. This campaign expands recall 16V574.

Recall campaignNHTSA 16V574000

Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch

Component
Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Vehicles affected
64,500
Reported to NHTSA
2016-08-02
Owners notified
2016-09-26

Defect description

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model 2013 Elantra vehicles manufactured December 1, 2012, to April 30, 2013. The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released.

Safety risk

If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted, then the transmission can be shifted out of PARK without depressing the brake pedal. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad with an improved part, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on September 30, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 146.

Recall campaignNHTSA 13V115000

Structure

Component
Structure
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor Company
Vehicles affected
186,250
Reported to NHTSA
2013-04-01
Owners notified
2013-04-23

Defect description

Hyundai Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Elantra vehicles manufactured from November 12, 2010, through March 5, 2013. A support bracket attached to the headliner may become displaced during a side curtain airbag deployment.

Safety risk

If the headliner support bracket makes contact with an occupant during a crash, it may cause a laceration injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will apply adhesive strips to the headliner, free of charge. The safety recall began during April 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 109.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

ComponentComplaintsMedian mileage
Steering27741,063 mi
Engine24965,000 mi
Air bags17570,000 mi
Service brakes17436,000 mi
Electrical system15956,000 mi
Unknown or other13250,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic11811,500 mi
Suspension9718,000 mi
Wheels7710,000 mi
Exterior lighting7162,000 mi
Power train5960,300 mi
Vehicle speed control5242,800 mi
Structure: body4830,000 mi
Electronic stability control (ESC)4640,000 mi
Tires4210,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion system2946,000 mi
Visibility/wiper1939,000 mi
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly1916,000 mi
Seat belts1850,000 mi
Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking655,000 mi
Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems63,000 mi
Fuel system, gasoline520,000 mi
Seats43,890 mi
Service brakes, air: antilock: control unit/module4
Tires: temporary/emergency spare tire46 mi
Traction control system466,795 mi
Structure3110,000 mi
Suspension: rear315 mi
Visibility3220 mi
Electrical system: 12V/24V/48V battery220,000 mi
Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch269,000 mi
Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control2
Structure: body: door224 mi
Tires: sidewall229,000 mi
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer26,500 mi
Back over prevention: warnings1
Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery: management system/energy control module (BMS/BECM): software144,000 mi
Engine and engine cooling1130,000 mi
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system114,000 mi
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control: catalytic convertor1145,000 mi
Equipment180,000 mi
Equipment adaptive/mobility110,150 mi
Equipment: mechanical: accessory scissor/screw/bottle jack/lift16 mi
Exterior lighting: back up lights: bulbs138,000 mi
Exterior lighting: brake lights160,000 mi
Exterior lighting: brake lights: bulbs1
Exterior lighting: headlights1100,000 mi
Lane departure: assist1
Lane departure: blind spot detection1
Latches/locks/linkages: tailgate: latch plate142,300 mi
Latches/locks/linkages: trunk lid: lock175,887 mi
Parking brake17,000 mi
Power train: automatic transmission130,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: ABS warning light1
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: hydraulic: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings153,000 mi
Steering: steering wheel/handle bar1
Steering: electric power assist system1
Structure: body: trunk lid1
Suspension: front: wheel bearing130,500 mi
Tires: tread/belt119,000 mi
Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system1400 mi
Visibility: fixed panaramic roof/sky light assembly1158,870 mi
Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices1
Wheels: rim1

The 2012 model has 2 times as many complaints as this one. The 2014 model has 3 times as many complaints as this one. These figures reflect raw complaint counts, not failure rates. Higher-selling model years naturally receive more complaints.

Open investigations

An investigation is not a recall. It indicates that NHTSA is currently evaluating an alleged defect but has not reached a final determination.

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Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.