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2005 Hyundai Elantra Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 137 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Hyundai Elantra, most often about the air bags (52% of complaints, typically around 35,500 miles). It is 21st of 27 Elantra model years by number of complaints and has 4 recalls.
Most common 2005 Hyundai Elantra problems
Air bags
71 complaints · 52%Half of these problems showed up before 35,500 miles. Parts named most often: frontal, side/window, sensor.
: the contact stated the check engine light remains illuminated and the ocs light works intermittently. An NHTSA recall, # 05v395000 was performed on the vehicle concerning, the air bags however, the recall did not remedy the problem. The dealership would not offer a second repair without charge under the recall.
: the contact stated the passenger air bag light illuminated indicating the air bag was inoperable. A NHTSA recall, #05v395000 was performed on the vehicle concerning, the air bag however, the recall did not remedy the problem. The vehicle had been to the dealership three times since the recall letter was received…
Speed control
14 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 33,500 miles. Parts named most often: accelerator pedal.
Tl contact owns a 2005 Hyundai Elantra. While making a turn at 5 MPH into a parking lot, the vehicle suddenly accelerated without intent. The vehicle crashed into the town building causing minor damage to the building. The front end of the vehicle sustained major damages and could not be driven away from the crash…
Tl contact owns a 2005 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while her foot was on the brake pedal, the vehicle surged forward and eventually it stopped. The contact experienced acceleration on a smaller scale twice before the latest failure. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer but the dealer could not…
Brakes
11 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 50,000 miles. Parts named most often: foundation components, pedals and linkages.
I have replaced both front and rear brakes on a 2005 Elantra gt hatchback at Hyundai dealerships. I had a problem with the brake pedal feeling mushy and almost hitting the floor when I tried to stop. The dealership examined the problem and wanted to replace the master brake cylinder, rear brakes, rotors and calipers…
I took my car into the dealership sept 2008 for 30,000 mile service. I was told my rear brakes were worn and had to be replaced. I have had to have my rear brakes changed for the 4th time in 3 years and 35,000 miles. There has to be something wrong with the way the braking system is working but the dealership says…
Electrical
10 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 64,000 miles. Parts named most often: ignition.
Battery charge keeps draining in a 2005 Hyundai Elantra, have replaced the battery 3x, alternator works well but if the car sits without starting for longer than 24 hrs it will drain the battery, the battery has not been frozen and holds a charge when tested independently, vehicle is used only for paved driving, and…
The contact owns a 2005 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that there was an intermittent failure of which the instrument cluster failed to function as well as the speedometer. The vehicle was not diagnosed by an authorized dealer yet to determine the cause of the failures. An independent mechanic inspected and…
Engine
10 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 60,000 miles. Parts named most often: engine, exhaust system.
On december 10, 2011, I was turning from northbound gary av. Onto eastbound lawrence ave. At approximately 5 MPH. While I was turning my accelerator stuck the engine sped out of control to at least 40 MPH. I swerved to avoid hitting a truck turning onto gary and my car went over the south curb.. And my attempts to…
While slowing down to stop at a traffic light engine accelerated to 3500 RPM's forcing me to jam on the brakes to avoid a collision with the car in front of me. This was the third time this has happened in the past 2 months.
Transmission
7 complaints · 5%Half of these problems showed up before 50,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission, clutch assembly, manual transmission.
39892 miles on 2005 Hyundai Elantra and told clutch needs replaced for an estimated $895. Told by dealer this is not covered under warranty as it is wear and tear. I have had a car with clutch for 30 years and never had a clutch go out in such a short time.
The contact owns a 2005 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced difficulty shifting from second to third gear. The vehicle hesitated momentarily before finally shifting gears. The contact stated that the failure progressed until the vehicle began to jerk into third gear. The vehicle was taken…
Body and structure
7 complaints · 5%Half of these problems showed up before 126,000 miles. Parts named most often: body, frame and members.
The contact owns a 2005 Hyundai Elantra. While driving 20 MPH, the passenger side subframe fractured along the wheel well. The contact stated that there was severe rust to the vehicle's subframe. The vehicle was not taken to be inspected. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were not…
At inspection, mechanic noted severe and dangerous rust to subframe and subfloor in multiple areas of vehicle. Rear portion of subframe was almost completed rusted through. Additionally noted issues with rp brake light, plate light and fp turn signal. Ongoing issue with fusses and bulbs continually blowing/going out.
Seat belts
6 complaints · 4%Parts named most often: front, integrated child seat.
Car involved in a low speed (20-25mph) collision. Front left quarter panel engaged rear right of pickup bed. No hood damage occured, minor bumper damage but extensive damage to front left axle assemble when it was broke loose from mountings. Air bag deployed on drivers side. The drivers side seatbelt failed to anchor…
Dt: the consumer was involved in an accident on april 1, 2005. During the accident the air bag did not deploy and the air bag light illuminated. The seat belts also failed to lock during impact.
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2005 Hyundai Elantra recalls
Lights: exterior lighting
Risk: Any of these malfunctions could lead to a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the stop lamp switch free of charge. The recall began on september 2, 2009. Owners may contact hyundai of puerto rico customer service at 1-787-999-4310.
Full defect summary
Hyundai is recalling 3,011 model year 2005-2007 elantra, tucson, sonata, azera and accent vehicles. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to fail to illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause the brake lights to remain illuminated when the brake pedal is released. A defective stop lamp switch may also affect the operation of the brake-transmission shift interlock feature so the transmission would not be able to be shift out of the "park" position. It may also cause the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate, and it may not deactivate the cruise control when the brake pedal is depressed.
Air bags
Risk: The possibility of misclassification of a crs as an adult may allow the right front airbag or side impact airbag to deploy in a crash and could result in injury to the right front occupant.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the vehicle's ocs electronic control unit (ecu) to remove the feature that may cause the crs to be recognized as an adult. The recall began on november 15, 2005. Owners may contact hyundai of puerto rico at 1-800-981-0188.
Full defect summary
Certain vehicles equipped with an advanced air bag system. The occupant classification system (ocs) installed in the right front seat of the vehicle may misclassify a child restraint seat (crs) as an adult. This may occur if the crs is installed after an adult has been seated in the right front seat. If there has not been a 'key on' ' key off' cycle with the right front passenger seat empty prior to installation of the crs.
Air bags
Risk: The possibility of misclassification of a crs as an adult may allow the right front airbag or side impact airbag to deploy in a crash and could result in injury to the right front occupant.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the vehicle's ocs electronic control unit (ecu) to remove the feature that may cause the crs to be recognized as an adult. The recall began on october 31, 2005. Owners may contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
Full defect summary
Certain vehicles equipped with an advanced air bag system. The occupant classification system (ocs) installed in the right front seat of the vehicle may misclassify a child restraint seat (crs) as an adult. This may occur if the crs is installed after an adult has been seated in the right front seat. If there has not been a 'key on' ' key off' cycle with the right front passenger seat empty prior to installation of the crs.
Steering: tie rod assembly
Risk: If the inner ball joint assembly was to break as a result of the internal crack, the tie rod end assembly would not longer be attached to the steering gear box. This would prevent steering control of that front wheel by the separated tie rod which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the steering gearbox assemblies on these vehicles free of charge. Owners were contacted by telephone beginning on april 8, 2005, and instructed not to drive their vehicles. Hyundai will arrange to pick up and return their vehicles after repair. Owners may contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
Full defect summary
Certain passenger vehicles may have been built with threaded portions of the steering gearbox assembly's left and right inner ball joint assemblies that contain internal cracks in the material structure.
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.
Questions about the 2005 Hyundai Elantra
- What are the most common problems with the 2005 Hyundai Elantra?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: air bags (71 complaints, typically around 35,500 miles); speed control (14 complaints, typically around 33,500 miles); brakes (11 complaints, typically around 50,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2005 Hyundai Elantra have?
- 4 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from July 21, 2009 (lights). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2005 a bad year for the Hyundai Elantra?
- It is 21st of 27 Elantra model years by number of complaints, with 137 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.