2013 Hyundai Elantra GT Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Elantra GT years
- Not enough data 7th of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT. That ranks 7th out of 8 Elantra GT model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (2 complaints, 40%), typically at around 67,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 5owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 2 | 40% | 67,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 20% | 94,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 20% | 94,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 20% | 89,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 20% | 75,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2013 Hyundai Elantra GT recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the electronic traction stability warning light illuminated. The contact stated the vehicle was losing forward momentum. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal and the vehicle slowed to…
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an abnormal clicking sound coming from the steering wheel. The contact stated after doing research, he determined that the MDSP coupler vehicle was fractured. The contact was…
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the horn became inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the clockspring needed to be replaced. The…
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT. The contact stated that after turning off the vehicle, she had to disconnect the battery cable to prevent the battery from being drained. The contact also stated that the brake lights were inoperable and she was concerned that other drivers might crash…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA GT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO RUSSELL WESTBROOK HYUNDAI OF GARDEN GROVE (9898 TRASK AVE, GARDEN GROVE, CA 92844, [redacted]) TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE CLOCK SPRING…
Other Hyundai Elantra GT years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Elantra GT | 7 | 0 |
| 2019 Elantra GT | 14 | 0 |
| 2018 Elantra GT | 51 | 1 |
| 2017 Elantra GT | 26 | 0 |
| 2016 Elantra GT | 7 | 1 |
| 2015 Elantra GT | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 Elantra GT | 8 | 0 |
| 2013 | 5 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT?
Owners most often report air bags, electronic stability control (esc), engine problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Elantra GT model years, the 2013 has too little data to compare, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.