2012 Model Year

Hyundai Elantra

NHTSA Complaints & Reliability Data

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Complaints
666
Recalls
2
Crashes
48
Severe
89

Active Recalls

Manufacturer safety recalls

20V393000 Jul 2020

Other

No consequence data available

15V871000 Dec 2015

Other

No consequence data available

Recent Complaints

Latest owner reports

Engine
Dec 2026

Car check engine light illuminated and car began shaking and stalled at 79284 miles. Local mechanic said engine was dry and would need full replacemen...

Engine
Feb 2026

To Whom It May Concern, I am submitting this complaint regarding a 2012 Hyundai Elantra equipped with the 1.8L Nu engine, which is experiencing premat...

Electrical System
Jan 2026

The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument panel became inoperable and fai...

WHEELS
Jan 2026

I have had my car since 201. I brought it brand new. In that time, I have had to replace the tire sensors (TPMS) on my tires multiple times. They k...

Engine
Nov 2025

We went to a dealership to get it inspected due to a knocking noise in the engine. They used a tool and said it was most likely cylinder 3 piston slap...

EQUIPMENT
Nov 2025

The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Elantra. The vehicle was serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V393000 (EQUIPMENT). The contact stated that the fuse...

Air Bags Crash
Oct 2025

Car accident. My car was T-boned on the passenger side, the side airbag did deploy. The impact from the accident pushed my car into on coming traffic...

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,WHEELS,SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 2025

Driver side wheel baron was scrubbing together and brake fluid was leaking I lost speed can't go over 35 miles on the speedometer my airbag light is o...

AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS,VISIBILITY/WIPER
Sep 2025

I have constantly had problems with the airbag light going on & off for simply no reason driving the road. Also the windshield sensor light keeps goin...

AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS Crash
Sep 2025

Seatbelt failed passenger was thrown forward hitting windshield afterwards airbag deployed throwing passenger upwards hitting roof of vehicle Issue:...

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Data updated: March 4, 2026

Summary

The 2012 Hyundai Elantra has 666 complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue is Air Bags. 48 crash-related incidents have been reported.

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