2013 Hyundai Elantra Structure Problems
Owners have filed 51 complaints with NHTSA about structure problems on the 2013 Hyundai Elantra, 4% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 33,315 miles.
- 51structure complaints
- 33,315median miles at failure
- 13mention a crash
- 5mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 50%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
At what mileage do structure problems happen?
Based on 41 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 51 complaints, 13 mention a crash, 6 a fire, 5 an injury.
Hyundai Elantra structure complaints by model year
| Model year | Structure complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Elantra | 2 | 4% | — |
| 2023 Elantra | 3 | 3% | — |
| 2022 Elantra | 2 | 2% | — |
| 2021 Elantra | 3 | 2% | 300 |
| 2020 Elantra | 7 | 3% | 3,000 |
| 2019 Elantra | 3 | 1% | — |
| 2018 Elantra | 15 | 5% | 40,000 |
| 2017 Elantra | 134 | 17% | 57,749 |
| 2016 Elantra | 18 | 6% | 60,000 |
| 2015 Elantra | 14 | 5% | 36,865 |
| 2014 Elantra | 9 | 2% | 40,000 |
| 2013 Elantra | 51 | 4% | 33,315 |
| 2012 Elantra | 16 | 2% | 52,000 |
| 2011 Elantra | 6 | 1% | 57,000 |
| 2010 Elantra | 22 | 6% | 58,830 |
| 2009 Elantra | 11 | 4% | 77,500 |
| 2008 Elantra | 10 | 3% | 120,000 |
| 2007 Elantra | 20 | 7% | 88,000 |
| 2006 Elantra | 8 | 5% | 82,000 |
| 2005 Elantra | 7 | 5% | 126,000 |
| 2004 Elantra | 3 | 2% | 84,799 |
| 2003 Elantra | 32 | 14% | 76,117 |
| 2002 Elantra | 27 | 8% | 72,000 |
| 2001 Elantra | 28 | 9% | 90,000 |
| 2000 Elantra | 7 | 4% | 119,709 |
| 1999 Elantra | 6 | 5% | 164,000 |
| 1998 Elantra | 1 | 2% | — |
| 1997 Elantra | 9 | 8% | 141,000 |
| 1996 Elantra | 5 | 5% | — |
| 1995 Elantra | 7 | 6% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Structure; air bags:side/window
Problem: 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.
Risk: If the headliner support bracket makes contact with an occupant during a crash, it may cause a laceration injury.
Fix: 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.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that the steering wheel felt like it was locking up. The check engine light was illuminated. The contact stated the vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the subframe needed to be replaced. The vehicle was…
Front (engine) subframe rusted out in 2026 after recall work was completed in 2023 for the known issue. Here is the service campaign information: "Service Campaign 984 2011-2016MY ELANTRA (MD/UD) UNDERBODY CORROSION PREVENTATIVE SERVICE"
I am reporting a significant paint delamination issue on my 2013 Hyundai Elantra in Sparkling White. The paint has been peeling, bubbling, and chipping particularly on the roof, trunk, and hood, exposing the primer and bare metal underneath. This is not due to wear, environmental exposure, or…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2013 Hyundai Elantras have structure problems?
No. NHTSA has 51 owner complaints about structure for the 2013 Hyundai Elantra (4% of the 1,314 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Hyundai Elantra structure?
Yes: 1 safety recall list structure. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do structure problems start?
The median reported mileage is 33,315 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
Other 2013 Hyundai Elantra problems
- Steering problems (271)
- Engine problems (233)
- Air Bags problems (168)
- Service Brakes problems (164)
- Electrical System problems (155)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (116)
- Suspension problems (99)
- Wheels problems (75)
See all 2013 Hyundai Elantra problems or structure problems across all Elantra years.