2013 Hyundai Elantra: recalls and problems
4 recalls and 1,335 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is steering.
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Most common problems
What owners report
The contact owns a 2013 hyundai elantra. the contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine failed to turn over, with several unknown warning lights illuminated. the contact inspected the engine compartment and there was grey smoke coming from the electrical box behind the abs module. the vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the abs module and
Drivers air bag high resistance too high (2nd stage) b149000- pods(passenger occupant detecting system) sensor (bladder) defect start with replacing the clock spring assembly maybe be other problems. airbag uncertain if operational. not covered by hyundai's clock spring extended warranty despite fitting within model year. unacceptable and needs to be replaced by free and expanded within coverage by hyundai corporat
The contact owns a 2013 hyundai elantra. the contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the abs warning light illuminated. the following day, while the vehicle was parked in the driveway, the vehicle caught on fire. the contact's dog woke up the contact around 5:00 am, at which point the contact discovered that the vehicle was on fire. the fire department extinguished the fire and informed the contact that the fi
The buckles on two of the rear seatbelts have cut through the belt horizontally - guessing from friction. i was not aware until a passenger in my back seat pointed it out to me, and it had happened on two of the three belts.
Crash-test ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Hyundai Elantra 2 DR FWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
| 2013 Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD |
Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering ELANTRA, ELANTRA GT. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.