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2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 29 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring, most often about the speed control (24% of complaints). It is the 3rd most complained-about Elantra Touring model year since 2000 and has 3 recalls.
Most common 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring problems
Speed control
7 complaints · 24%I bought this car in 2010 and since then my car started giving trouble they change my transmission 3 times in 100000 mile and after that I started having trouble speed peddle. When I push my speed paddle car will drive without pushing paddle. When stop at light I have to push my brake very hard because my RPM of car…
Was parked in a parking lot of a drug store for maybe 10 minutes. Started the car and backed out of parking space. When I put the car in drive to go forward the car accelerated to a very high speed and ran into two parked cars. With help I tried to back out of the space but when I went forward the car once again…
Engine
5 complaints · 17%Oil leaked from the crankcase seal while driving. A mechanic replaced the seal, which failed almost immediately. There are metal fragments in the fresh oil.
The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring. While driving 20 MPH, the vehicle independently accelerated. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. On several occasions, while the vehicle was stopped at a traffic light, the rpms revved while the brake pedal was being depressed. The vehicle was taken to…
Brakes
4 complaints · 14%During routine oil change at dealer, mechanic said the rear brakes were rusted so bad that they had to be replaced. Given the fact that the car was bought new and only driven 1300 miles in two years it was assumed that the repair was covered under warranty; but no, brakes aren't covered. Car was taken to another shop…
While driving on a two lane road around 45 MPH the front driver's side wheel suddenly and repeatedly locked up causing the tire to skid and the steering to pull to the left. At the same time the car slowed very quickly to 5 MPH and almost caused the driver behind me to slam into the back of my car. I was not applying…
Transmission
4 complaints · 14%Dear sir they change my transmission in 1st 30000 mile because while driving my car all of a sudden goes in neutral they change transmission . After couple of month again this thing happen again they change my transmission now when I was driving my accelerator paddle doesn't come back. Car drive by itself. I went to…
I bought this car in 2010 and since then my car started giving trouble they change my transmission 3 times in 100000 mile and after that I started having trouble speed peddle. When I push my speed paddle car will drive without pushing paddle. When stop at light I have to push my brake very hard because my RPM of car…
Air bags
4 complaints · 14%2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring. Attorney representing consumer writes in regards to front and side airbags did not deploy during accident. Prior to the accident, the air bag light illuminated. The dealer informed the consumer, it was an electrical problem, and claimed the problem was resolved. The lawyer first became…
I was hit by an unlicensed, illegal driver driving far past the speed limit in a no-crossing zone. Luckily, there was no major harm, but my side airbag did not deploy, and my head slammed against the driver side window. No one contacted me.
Wheels and tires
3 complaints · 10%Please read through the following forum: http://www.cargurus.com/cars/discussion-t35968_ds499866 Hyundai equips the se model of this car with 17" alloy rims and low-profile tires. This combination has caused a lot of problems, and I believe it is the tip of the iceberg. I had problems with leaking tires from this…
The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring equipped with goodyear assurance tires size 215-45-r17, dot [VIN]. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the driver rear tire blew out and a few days later, the rear passenger side tire also blew out. The tires were inspected and it was found that the…
Stability control
3 complaints · 10%While driving on a two lane road around 45 MPH the front driver's side wheel suddenly and repeatedly locked up causing the tire to skid and the steering to pull to the left. At the same time the car slowed very quickly to 5 MPH and almost caused the driver behind me to slam into the back of my car. I was not applying…
I started the car and could not turn the steering wheel without applying heavy force. Looking at the dash board the ESC and eps lights were both on. I turned of the car and restarted and the problem was gone. A few days ago I saw the recall of the 2009 and 2010 cars regarding this very problem. I called Hyundai…
Steering
3 complaints · 10%I started the car and could not turn the steering wheel without applying heavy force. Looking at the dash board the ESC and eps lights were both on. I turned of the car and restarted and the problem was gone. A few days ago I saw the recall of the 2009 and 2010 cars regarding this very problem. I called Hyundai…
I was driving on a back road to my next destination when suddenly my steering wheel became stiff. The eps and ESC lights were on in the dashboard. I was able to pull the car over. Turned it off and back on. Seemed ok. Power steering returned. Eps and ESC lights off. Went up a few feet to stoplight. Lost power again.…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring recalls
Brakes: control unit/module
Risk: An electrical short within the ABS module may cause an engine compartment fire, even when the car is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the vehicle's main junction box to prevent the risk of an ABS short-circuit while the car is turned off, free of charge. The recall began april 2, 2020. Owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 188.
Full defect summary
Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2007-2010 elantra and 2009-2011 elantra touring vehicles. On february 21, 2020 hyundai expanded the recall to include 46,425 model year 2007-2008 entourage and 2007 santa fe vehicles. Moisture may enter the anti-lock brake (ABS) module and result in an electrical short.
Body and structure: frame and members
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 recall began on july 28, 2014. Owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 117.
Full defect summary
Hyundai motor company (hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 elantra touring vehicles manufactured december 15, 2009, through may 7, 2012. The affected vehicles have a support bracket attached to the headliner that may become displaced during a side curtain airbag deployment.
Lights: switch
Risk: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'on' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 22, 2013. Owners may contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.
Full defect summary
Hyundai motor company (hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 accent, model year 2007-2011 azera, sonata and sante fe,2006-2011 tucson, 2009-2011 elantra touring, 2007-2010 elantra, 2008-2011 veracruz, 2009-2011 genesis, 2010-2011 genesis coupe, 2007-2008 entourage, and 2006-2008 tiburon vehicles. Originally, in april 2013, hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 accent and tucson, model year 2007-2010 elantra, model year 2007-2011 santa fe, model year 2008-2009 veracruz, model year 2010-2011 genesis coupe, and model year 2011 sonata vehicles. In september 2013, hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,712,336. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Headliner bracket detachment
Summary
Hyundai is conducting a safety recall to reinforce the attachment of the metal support bracket to the headliner assembly in approximately 35,000 model year (my) 2010-2012 hyundai elantra touring vehicles built from december 15, 2009 through may 7, 2012 (see NHTSA recall 14v-310 for more information).these elantra touring vehicles have a common headliner bracket design while the earlier my 2009-2010 elantra touring vehicles have a headliner bracket design that utilizes a shorter length bracket which, should it become separated from the headliner, is unlikely to be displaced into the path of the driver or any occupant.during this investigation, odi identified a my 2010 subject vehicle in a sal
Questions about the 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring
- What are the most common problems with the 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: speed control (7 complaints); engine (5 complaints); brakes (4 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring have?
- 3 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from February 4, 2020 (brakes). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2011 a bad year for the Hyundai Elantra Touring?
- It is the 3rd most complained-about Elantra Touring model year since 2000, with 29 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.