Hyundai Elantra Touring Problems by Year
NHTSA has 175 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Hyundai Elantra Touring, across 6 model years (2008–2013). The 2010 model year has the most complaints (75). The most reported problem area overall is steering.
Hyundai Elantra Touring years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Elantra Touring year: 2010. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2010 Elantra Touring: 75 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2009 Elantra Touring: 32 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2011 Elantra Touring: 29 complaints, 3 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2008 Elantra Touring: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2013 Elantra Touring: 16 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2012 Elantra Touring: 22 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Hyundai Elantra Touring problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 54 | 4 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 23 | 5 | 9 |
| Electrical System | 18 | 4 | 0 |
| Wheels | 14 | 4 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 13 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension | 13 | 4 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 13 | 3 | 2 |
| Engine | 12 | 5 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 12 | 4 | 0 |
| Tires | 12 | 5 | 0 |
| Power Train | 11 | 4 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Structure | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Hyundai Elantra Touring model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Elantra Touring | 16 | 0 | — | Wheels | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2012 Elantra Touring | 22 | 1 | — | Suspension | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2011 Elantra Touring | 29 | 3 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | More complaints than other years |
| 2010 Elantra Touring | 75 | 4 | — | Steering | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2009 Elantra Touring | 32 | 3 | — | Steering | More complaints than other years |
| 2008 Elantra Touring | 1 | 0 | — | Visibility/wiper |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Hyundai Elantra Touring years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2010 (75) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Elantra Touring year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Hyundai Elantra Touring?
Steering, with 54 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Hyundai Elantra Touring have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.