2013 Model Year

Hyundai Elantra

NHTSA Complaints & Reliability Data

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Complaints
1,311
Recalls
2
Crashes
93
Severe
171

Active Recalls

Manufacturer safety recalls

16V574000 Aug 2016

Other

No consequence data available

13V115000 Apr 2013

Other

No consequence data available

Recent Complaints

Latest owner reports

AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES
Jul 2026

I have had a couple of issues that I have had others tell me or read online that they have had the same issues 1- When I bought the car, which was...

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
Mar 2026

[XXX] is subject to Safety Recall 20V-755 Hyundai Recall 251 for a defective ABS module that may leak brake fluid, cause an electrical short, and inc...

Engine
Feb 2026

The vehicle has developed a pronounced knocking noise that was diagnosed by your authorized dealership as “piston slap.” I was informed by dealership...

Engine
Feb 2026

A system in the Engine that allows for oil to sit and burn. UNKOWN A Mechanic shop that I go to regularly stated that this has been a known issue th...

UNKNOWN OR OTHER Fire
Jan 2026

The car caught fire all the sudden while parked and burnt almost completely (~80%)

Steering
Dec 2025

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became inoperable. The cont...

Air Bags
Dec 2025

Description of the Issue: The airbag (SRS) warning light on my 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT Hatchback intermittently turns on and off and flickers when tur...

Structure
Dec 2025

I am reporting a significant paint delamination issue on my 2013 Hyundai Elantra in Sparkling White. The paint has been peeling, bubbling, and chippin...

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Dec 2025

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, t...

Engine
Nov 2025

I was driving and my car just shut down. Thank goodness I was only in a drive thru because my car was still in gear. I got it restarted and it was mak...

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Data updated: March 4, 2026

Summary

The 2013 Hyundai Elantra has 1311 complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue is Steering. 93 crash-related incidents have been reported.

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