hyundai elantra Problems

hyundai elantra 2004 Complaints

AIR BAGS

the air bag off light illuminated when there was a passenger in the seat. the seat sensors was replaced, however it did not resolve the problem. the consumer gave the first elantra back to the dealer and was given a replacement same model and year, but the problem existed in that cart as well. *ak *jb

Reported in: BROOKSVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D04U

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

passenger's side air bag sensor is not working properly. the passenger-side front seat is supposed to have a sensor that activates the air bag system when someone over 56 pounds in weight sits in that seating position. however, this is not the case. the air bag system sensor will intermittently operate correctly. consumer was advised that her vehicle's identification number is outside of the scope of the safety recall (campaign no. 03v-322). *al *mjj

Reported in: LUBBOCK TX || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D24U

SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

back cover on passenger seat continues to pop out. when certified dealer said the problem was fixed, one day later the backing was again ajar. risk for fingers to be caught. happens repeatedly. *jb

Reported in: FAIRBORN OH || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

at the time of purchase, consumer noticed the passenger air bag off light was not functioning properly. *la the occupant classification sensor incorrectly interpreted the absence of a seated adult when an adult in fact occupied the seat. this caused the passenger airbag off indicator to illuminate and in the even of a crash the airbag would not deploy . the consumer stated several vehicles were recall for the problem in the past. (recall #03v322000). the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer on several occasions. the first time the dealer was unable to address the problem and they stated the had to consult with the manufacturer. the second time the passenger airbag sensor was replaced and was reported to be working properly with 60lb weight in the seat. the third time the dealer received an extra sensitive sensor from the manufacturer. the fourth time the consumer contacted the dealer and stated there had been no change. the dealer informed the consumer the part was replaced with the newest that there was and there would be no further assistance. *jb

Reported in: PLANO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: KM11DN46614

AIR BAGS

when an adult passenger was in the front seat an indicator illuminated which stated that passenger's side air bag was off. consumer contacted the dealer, who indicated that this vehicle was not part of nhtsa recall 03v322000 concerning air bag failure. *ak consumers wife who is about 130lbs experiences this issue when in the pass. seat. driving around corners or up hills turns the bag on and off. the dealer can not fix the issue.cw

Reported in: ALEXANDRIA VA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN56D24U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

while driving on a rainy day at 50 mph, the driver applied the brakes to slow down the speed, however the consumer lost control of the vehicle and was involved in a head on collision. upon impact, both air bag didn't deploy. *ak the consumer was traveling on the highway when she heard a "hit" under the vehicle, then lost control. *sc *jb

Reported in: SOUTH GATE CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: KMHDN46DX44

SEAT BELTS:FRONT

while driving 35-45 mph and turning to the left consumer's vehicle was involved in a side impact crash. seat belt didn't hold the driver, and air bags did not deploy. a police report was issued.*ak

Reported in: GULFPORT FL || Crash: Y || VIN #: KMHJN46034U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

while driving 35-45 mph and turning to the left consumer's vehicle was involved in a side impact crash. seat belt didn't hold the driver, and air bags did not deploy. a police report was issued.*ak

Reported in: GULFPORT FL || Crash: Y || VIN #: KMHJN46034U

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

crankshaft position sensor...my car has 650 miles and is 2 weeks old. my second crankshaft position sensor malfunctioned this morning. this is a dangerous part to have go as it causes the vehicles engine to suddenly stop, leaving you coasting without power steering to "hopefully" a safe place to wait for the 10-15 minutes it takes before your car will start again. this has happened no less than 10 times between the 2 sensors that i've had go. each time i brought the car to the dealer within 24 hrs of malfunction. the dealership replaced the first one, but they were out of stock this morning, now i have to drive it for another 24 hrs in an unsafe condition, the loaner vehicles were already in use. a search of the web told me that crankshaft sensors have been a problem for hyundai for many years. the dealership will replace it again at no charge. having this happen in a place where there is no breakdown lane could be life threatening. *nm

Reported in: AMESBURY MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

i was driving a hyudai elentra rental car and i was stopped at a red light with the car in drive and my foot on the brake, and the brake was not holding the car back and the car was drifting forward a little into the intersection. i put the car into neutral and you could hear the engine revving very fast even though i did not have my foot on the gas pedal. i told the attendant when i returned the rental car that the brake wasn't holding the car back at a red light, but told her that i did not know what the problem was. she said that she would take the car out of service to be checked. the following week in the march 9 usa today there was an article reporting that some toyota camrys, camry solaras, and lexus es 300s surged forward with no reason. i believe that this is what occurred in the hyundai that i was driving. i have called avis to give them the car number that i was driving so that they can take the car in to be checked. i have listed the car below as a 2004 model. i believe that it was a 2004 because it was new and had low mileage. a question below asks whether it had cruise control, but i don't know. *jb

Reported in: WASHINGTON DC || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

after rear ending a vehicle, the front air bags did not deploy. the consumer suffered wall chest contusion and shoulder strain. *jb vehicle is still with the dealer. *la

Reported in: SOUTH GATE CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: KNHVN46VX4U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

"passenger air bag off" indicator comes on an inconsistent basis while riding. passenger is a 120lb adult female who sits as instructed in owners manual. manufacturer and dealer claim they can do nothing to prevent this. they blame you for rules laid down regarding sensors. has happened numerous times since purchasing car feb 23 2004. date listed below is latest occurence. *ak

Reported in: SUN CITY CENTER FL || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D64U

AIR BAGS

when driving at an undetermined speed air bag warning light appeared on the dashboard. consumer informed the dealer about this issue. however, the mechanic was unable to duplicate the problem. *ak

Reported in: NEW PORT RICHEY FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

passenger air bag off indicator comes on with 108 lb adult riding in car.happened 10 times in an hour. passenger was seated according to hyundai service bulletin # 04-90-003.dealer says that is normal.*ak

Reported in: NEW PORT RICHEY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN56D44U

AIR BAGS

consumer stated that while exiting the freeway onto an off ramp hit something in the street which caused him to lose control of vehicle. in an attempt to pull over he hit another vehicle. upon impact, air bags did not deploy. driver sustained chest injuries.*ak

Reported in: SOUTH GATE CA || Crash: Y || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

passenger side occupant sensor light for passenger side airbag reapeatedly goes on and off when a 122 lb. full grown adult female is sitting properly in the seat. unfortunately, the dealer says they've done what they can, and that their hyndai corporate contacts have done what they can. seat and sensor system replaced twice, to no avail. i belive this to be a safety issue if the car has a severe frontal impact and the passenger side airbag doesn't deploy!*ak

Reported in: ARLINGTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN4TD54U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

consumer received nhtsa recall 03v322000. when front passenger seat is unoccupied or is occupied by someone lighter than 56.4 pounds, the passenger's air bag deactivates, and will not deploy if a crash occurs. this recall applied for those vehicles manufactured between 6/12/2003 and 18/11/2003. however, consumer's vehicle was manufactured on 6/18/2003 and dealer won't honor the recall.*ak

Reported in: MESA AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN56D64U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

while driving the advance passenger air bag light illuminated, letting the consumer know that the air bags were turned off. this caused a problem because the air bags were off when they may have been needed to be on. the dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.*ak *nm

Reported in: CRANDALL TX || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D14U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

after picking up my new 2004 hyndai elantra on friday april 30, 2004 i noticed that the passanger side airbag on/off light was not working properly. when i sat in the seat, in any and every position with my seatbelt on, and the seat in all different positions the indicator light would say passanger side air bog off. i am a female that wieghs 160 lbs .i brought the car back to the dealer the next day and they said that they would take care of it. i brought the car to their service department on monday may 3rd they called me on tuesday afternoon and told me that they could not replicate the problem, so they could not fix it. i went there that day and sat in the seat in all the positions, i sat in the seat exactley as they say you should and the indicator light still displayed passenger side air bag off. they took the vehicle back in to be repaired. they called me on wednesday afternoon and told me that they chekced all of the sensors and that the computer says that everything is working properly and at this point there is nothing they can do to help me. they handed me a copy of hyundais techinical service bulletin from febuary 2003 and told me that this is the way that the car is supposed to work. they told me that this system was required in new cars by nhtsa and that they can not fix the problem nor will they refund or replace my vehicle. when i called hyundai consumar affairs they said that they are not aware of any problem of this kind. they refered me to nhtsa saying that it is you who reqquires this system and i should talk to you with any concerns. the dealer insits that this is the way the airbag system should work for a adult who wieghs 160lbs, and are going to give me back a car that does not have a working passenger side airbag for a 160 lb female.*ak

Reported in: BELCHERTOWN MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

CHILD SEAT:HARNESS BUCKLE:CONVERTIBLE

the consumer complaind that the child was able to unlatch the buckle on the child safety seat. the child has released the buckle more than ten times. the manufacturer has sent a cover for the buckle, but the child was still able to unlatch the buckle. *jb britax child safety seat, model number, e900218, serial number e9002186569, batch 501520. *nm

Reported in: PHILADELPHIA PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

while driving 55 mph air bag light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic placed the vehicle on diagnostic machine. then, determined that computer registered the vehicle as not working properly. and problem could not be resolved.*ak

Reported in: BELCHERTOWN MA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46DX4U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

passenger air bag intermittenly is enabled/diabled with proper eight passenger sitting properly in the seat. *ak

Reported in: CAROL STREAM IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

intermittently while driving at any speed vehicle stalled. also, consumer had difficulty starting the vehicle. dealer examined the vehicle ten times and still could not pin point the problem. *ak

Reported in: GROTON CT || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D64U

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

the passenger side air bag light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic claimed that vehicle was working as designed. *ak

Reported in: GOULDSBORO ME || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D94U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

since we got the 2004 hyundai elantra in december 2003, there has been a recurring problem with the airbag off light remaining illuminated even though there is a person sitting in the front passenger seat.*ak

Reported in: OLNEY MD || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D24U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

while driving passenger air bag warning light continuously illuminated on the dashboard. as a result air bags became inoperative, and wouldn't deploy when needed. dealership inspected the vehicle three times and could not duplicate or correct the problem. finally, technician urged the consumer not to worry about that light, but problem still existed.*ak

Reported in: PLANTATION FL || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D94U

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR

loud clunking noise and vibration from rear of car when braking. took it to dealer and they replaced warped rotors and machined brake drums at 4,400 miles. problem started again and even worse at 4,700 miles. i will be taking it in today. i'm afraid that after 12,000 miles the warranty will not cover them anymore, even though they are obviously defective and have been from the start.*ak

Reported in: CHESAPEAKE VA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D64U

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:DRUM

Reported in: CHESAPEAKE VA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D64U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE

i have a 2004 hyundai elantra with 1500 miles. the front passenger air bag sensor under the passenger seat cushion is not function correctly. the elantra has a dashboard light between the driver and passenger that lites up when nobody is sitting in the passenger seat and turns off when a passenger 50 pounds or more is sitting in the seat. while someone is sitting in the passenger seat (i.e., my wife-110 pounds) the light goes on and off at random times during a trip. it has already been replaced and still does not work. freehold of hyundai of freehold, nj said to contact their headquarters, there is nothing else they can do.

Reported in: MONROE TOWNSHIP NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D94U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

the consumer noticed that while someone was occupying the passenger seat air bag light appeared on the dashboard. the vehicle was taken to dealer for inspection numerous times, and mechanic was not able to duplicate the problem. *ak two mechanics had driven the vehicle, with the consumers wife in the passenger seat, as the light stayed on, goes off, then had come on again. the problem have not been corrected. *sc

Reported in: RONKONKOMA NY || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D64U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

numerous incidents where passenger airbag sensor does not work . it is defective. still does not work. dealer, hyundai manufacturer, were notified and claimed they can't find anything related to this. was in repair shop twice. nothing done to correct this. car is unsafe. passenger is at great risk or serious injury or death due to air bag not deploying while adult is in passenger seat. no one returns our calls. we made numerous attempts to no avail.*ak

Reported in: RONKONKOMA NY || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D64U

STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM

my new elantra has corrosion on the wheel spindle threads and nut. there is also corrosion on the wheel lugs and nuts. i returned the car to the dealer for evaluation,k and was told that corrosion was no problem. i requested to speak with the factory representative and have so far been ignored.*ak

Reported in: HAYMARKET VA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D84U

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS

Reported in: HAYMARKET VA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D84U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

2004 hyundai elantra. i purchased the car in may of 2004. since then on two occasions with adults sitting in the front passenger seat the air bag off light has come on. the hyundai dealer says they can't recreate it and there is nothing they can do about it. *ak

Reported in: ENFIELD CT || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D44U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

i purchased a new 2004 elantra in april 2004. after i bought the car and having driven it for a few miles, i realized that the passenger airbag was disabled. since the day i purchased the car, i have ridden in the passenger seat several times, and regardless of the position, the airbag remains disabled. when the odometer read 1,000 miles, i took the car in for service and i requested a check of the passengers airbag sensor. when i picked up the car, i was told that everything looked normal; however, the service manager explained to me that this feature was part of the design for the new 2004 model. he offered me to test drive a brand-new elantra to compare it to mine. the other car had the same design flaw. i am disappointed and frustrated. i do not consider the car to be safe. on july 14/04 i sent a letter to the dealer and to this date i have not been contacted by them. *ak

Reported in: CORAL SPRINGS FL || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D44U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

my husband bought a 2004 hyundai elantra end of february and since then we have been having problems with the passenger side air bag sensor. when i am sitting in the seat (i weigh approx 120 lbs) the light indicating the passenger airbag is off is illuminated 99% of the time. when we noticed it i tried to be aware of the way i was sitting and also had others sit there instead of me. when reading the owners manual about the sensor weight being 56 lbs and noticing the problem persisiting no matter how still or correct i sat we called the dealer. the first time they physically looked at it to "diagnose" they said everything was ok (6/04) and i wasn't sitting right; of course it still occured. so we had to go down and demonstrate that i sat in the seat exactly like you are supposed to and the light never went off. this prompted them to order a new sensor. it took approx 40 days for the part to arrive and we just received the vehicle back yesterday and it is still malfunctioning.*ak

Reported in: LIVERPOOL NY || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D34U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

the right side passenger air bag light is on and will not go off. the dealer serviced the vehicle and stated that if a person's weight was over 50 lbs. the light will come on and stay on as long as the seat is occupied. *jb

Reported in: JAMAICA NY || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D64U

AIR BAGS

when an adult sits in the front passenger seat advanced air bag would shut off. dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak

Reported in: FORT LAUDERDALE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D24U

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

while driving vehicle hesitated then stalled. consumer was unable to restart vehicle and had it towed to the dealer for inspection. mechanic determined that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. consumer informed the mechanic that this problem occurred more than once, and has not been resolved. *ak

Reported in: FLAGSTAFF AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN56D04U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

i bought a new hyundai elentra in june 20th, 2004. every since i got it, the passenger air bag sensor control system has not worked. i am a fully grown adult female who weighs 128lbs. when i am sitting in the passenger seat, the air bag system is turned off meaning that it will not deploy in a crash. i have taken the car into the dealer several times for this issue with no results. hyundai keeps telling me that the sensor system is working properly and that there is nothing wrong with the car. the dealer however, admits that they realize that this is a problem but that they can not address the issue unless hyundai america gives them permission. this issue really concerns me because it is a real safety problem that could lead to deaths. please note that everytime someone sits in the passenger seat of the vehicle, the sensor has failed. *jb

Reported in: FORT LAUDERDALE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D24U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

frontal air bag sensor in the passenger seat failed to operate when a passenger was seated. also, sensor failed to activate. dealer was notified

Reported in: ROSEVILLE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D14U

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK

while applying the brakes pedal went to the floor. vehicle continued to accelerate and rolled back when on the flat surface. consumertook vehicle to dealer for inspection. *ak

Reported in: SACRAMENTO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D64U

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

while applying the brakes pedal went to the floor. vehicle continued to accelerate and rolled back when on the flat surface. consumertook vehicle to dealer for inspection. *ak

Reported in: SACRAMENTO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D64U

AIR BAGS

passenger's advanced air bag system failed to work and shut off when an adult sat in the seat. dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak

Reported in: RICHARDSON TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

oil filter gasket was stuck to the engine clock. as a result, a leak developed, and oil began to spray all over the vehicle, and the engine seized. *ak

Reported in: SPOTSYLVANIA VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

the passenger air bag is not activated when my wife of 120# is seated in my 2004 hyundai elantra. this has occurred from the time i acquired the vehicle. i took the car in and was given the run-around in that there was not a fix. on your site you state that the remedy is a re-programing by the dealer. the maintenance supervisor at the dealer has not heard of that. i acquired this car as a result of my 2001 elantra being totaled in an accident that activated both of the front air bags, which i consider prevented serious injury to me and my wife. my last conversation with the supervisor at the dealer stated that there is a posible fix in that the air bag deployment would be modified to enable deployment at all times. he also stated that i would have to sign a waiver if they were to do so. this is beyond me. i don't know how anyone could design a system without the means to calibrate it for people with narrow rears. the air bag sensor is supposed to be enabled for weights greater that 56# as stated in the owner's manual. a 60# individual is not very wide.

Reported in: SPRINGFIELD VA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D44U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

2004 hyundai elantra, when a passenger is riding the light on the dash keeps comming on with the message "passenger airbag off" the car was taken into the dealer, and he says the person is not heavy enough for the seat sensor to pick up. the person weighs 140-155 pounds. when the light is on the air bag will not deploy.*ak

Reported in: FREMONT NE || Crash: N || VIN #:

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER

the driver was involved in a frontal collision, upon impact the passenger seat collapsed. only the driver's air bag deployed and no one was injured. the vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection. *jb *sc

Reported in: ELK GROVE CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: KMHBN46D74U

AIR BAGS

Reported in: ELK GROVE CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: KMHBN46D74U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

consumer's was experiencing the same exact thing that was described on the internet only for rent a car business. front air bag sensor indicator light came on, indicating that no one was sitting in the seat, even though there was someone there.*ak

Reported in: CULVER CITY CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

passenger's side air bag light stayed illuminated when the passenger seat was occupied. when an occupant was in the passenger seat sensor indicated that the passenger's side air bag was off. this should only occur in the unoccupied seat. recall o3v322000 was issued, but this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. *ak

Reported in: CLIFTON NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D04U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

passenger side air bag light stayed on. the consumer had to wiggle the instrument in order to make it go off. the dealer stated there were numerous complaints.*ak *jb

Reported in: SOUTHBURY CT || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D64U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

the vehicle was parked in my apartment's parking lot. my wife and i entered the vehicle. i started the engine. we both buckled our seatbelts and i took off the parking brake. as i was reaching for the gearshift, the driver's side air bag deployed without warning.*ak

Reported in: THOUSAND OAKS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D34U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Reported in: THOUSAND OAKS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D34U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

the air bag sensor works intermittently. when sitting in an upright position with feet placed flat near the engine compartment the sensor will activate. however, if consumer moves feet the sensor will deactivate, and the light will illuminate. *ak

Reported in: ALMONT MI || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D74U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

while driving the air bag warning light continuously illuminated on the dashboard. dealership inspected vehicle several times, technician indicated to consumer the passenger had to weigh 66.4 pounds in order for the air bag light to turn off, although with people who weighed over 100 pounds the air bag light was still on.*ak

Reported in: MAPLE HEIGHTS OH || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D14U

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

passenger side air bag occupant classification sensor failed to function. when a passenger who weight more that the classified 50 lbs was seated in the passenger seat air bag sensor still read off. dealership serviced the vehicle several times, but was unable to correct the failure.*ak

Reported in: SOUTHBURY CT || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D64U

AIR BAGS

the passenger airbag is supposed to be activated when a passenger >56.4 pounds is seated in the passenger seat. when my daughter (about 110 pounds) is seated in the passenger seat, the indicator light for the passenger airbag goes on and off when the car is moving, and she is not moving. i took the car into the dealer and i have contacted their district office and i was told there was nothing that could be done. i am worried that i will have an accident and the airbag will not be activated. *nm

Reported in: FRANKLIN WI || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D14U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

the driver side air bag deployed. the manufacture is sending forms for the consumer to submit. *nm the consumer was vehicle was backing out of the driveway when the driver's side air bag deployed. there were no prior accidents. *sc

Reported in: WICHITA FALLS TX || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D94U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

the passenger side air bag disabled light goes on and off while driving with adults of minimum of 100 pounds sitting in the seat. the dealer said that there is nothing wrong. *ak

Reported in: MILFORD CT || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN56D34U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

consumer noticed that the passenger side srs light appeared on the dashboard when some was seated in the passenger's seat. consumer contacted the dealer, and was informed that there was nothing that they could do to fix it. cause has not been determined. *ak

Reported in: BURR RIDGE IL || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D240

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

air bag light remained illuminated while driving. vehicle had been to dealeron three separate occasions, and dealer stated that nothing was wrong with vehicle. *ak

Reported in: BALTIMORE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D64U

AIR BAGS

repeated intermittent illumination of "passenger airbag off" beginning within days of purchase. failures occur when anyone sits in passenger seat. adults weighing 190, 170, and 140 have turned airbags off. poodle weighing 9 lbs turned airbags on! numerous attempts at service august 04 to present, with long delays waiting for hyundai representatives to address and delays and cancelled appointments by dealer service department. results of service appointments included could not duplicate, told that sensor activated when passenger moves in seat, claimed to order new "upgraded" sensor, did not have "special" tool to install new sensor, nothing more that service dept could do, airbags will deploy in accident if sensor indicates airbags off, then told that district manager would have to install new sensor, svc cancelled because district manager advised service manager that new sensor would not work, told that district service representative would arrive to assess and verify issue then let me know what would be done and would have to sign waiver, district svc rep tested (compared my 04 elantra manufactured sept 03 and another manufactured may 04) and concluded cause was the way i sit in the seat. light came on in both vehicles when i sat in passenger seat, and when he sat in my passenger front seat. concluded that i was not sitting far enough back in the seat for sensor to recognize. stated that this was not a defect but a "characteristic" of the 04 elantra. would return two weeks later to "reprogram" sensor to more sensitive state. this was more than one month ago. have had three near collisions since purchase, with constant fear of passenger seat for seven and one half months of ownership. *jb

Reported in: GRETNA LA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D04U

SUSPENSION:FRONT:STABILIZER BAR

stabilizer bar snapped. this caused the vehicle to fish tail. dealership repaired the problem three times, but problem recurred. *ak

Reported in: VALLEJO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D04U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

the air bag seat sensor kept showing no passenger in the seat, which indicated the air bag will not deploy in an accident. manufacturer stated the consumer should make contact to have the bag deactivated. consumer did not wish to have this done.*ak

Reported in: BALTIMORE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D84U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

passenger's air bag should be turned on when sensor reads weight over 56.4 pounds. however, air bag is turning on after reading 160 pounds. dealer can reprogram air bag sensor at consumer's expense.*ak *tc

Reported in: EAST ROCKAWAY NY || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D54U

AIR BAGS

my 19 years old daughter's weight is not less than 56.4 pound. it showed displayed "passenger airbag off" while the seat was occupied. i think the alignment of ocs is off. it needed to be adjusted according to the specifics set for 56.4 or less. i think the car setting is higher than 56.4 pounds. i took my car to my dealer during the 7500 mile service and i mentioned about this problem to service manager. i got a response from them on the invoice. invoice says "tested system out working to factory specs" i was so upset that they don't be bother to check into the details. the hyundia representative, ms. muara t. dowd (district parts and service manager in jamesburg, nj) gave me an opportunity to have a mechanic to show me what he have done. what i have observed him. he just plug his computer under the driver. and showed me the computer found no problem related to the airbag. that's all he do the job and leave. not even bother to check into this matter. ms. dowd told me that she have something to fax me later on. i found out that they offered me to sign the waive some specifics related to liability related to reprogramming it. i felt it is not acceptable to do that. i got a fax from you regarding ocs reprogramming authorization. i think that it is not right for getting me to authorize for reprogramming. i think it needs to make a correct adjustment according to your company's specifics to 56 pounds or less. i think it is not right and i would like it to make the correction on this part. i researched this problem. what i found.... reference to the 2004 elantra owner's manual section "occupant classification system" (section 1 - page 36-37). if the front passenger seat is unoccupied or occupied by someone lighter than 56.4 pounds (25.g kg) the indicator "passenger airbag off" will be displayed, and the front passenger's airbag will be turned off and will not deploy in frontal crashes. *jb

Reported in: BALTIMORE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D84U

AIR BAGS

regarding: 2004 hyundai elantra gt this complaint is in regards to the passenger airbag. the 2004 elantra contains a sensor in the seat that disables that passenger seat if the weight of the passenger is less than a certain weight. a "passenger air bag off" light illuminates to indicate when this is occurring. since the date of purchase (4/29/2004), it has been found that this light illuminates with adult passenger's in this seat. this happens with a wide variety of individuals, some well over 150 lb. this problem has been in the news in the following locations that i have found: 1) june 24, 2004 edition of autotech daily (hampton autobeat llc) in an article entitled "elantra smart airbag too smart?" 2) abc story: http://abcnews.go.com/business/story?id=89770&page=1 3) consumeraffairs.com: ttp://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/hyundai_airbag.html as this is an issue that i found very troubling and unsafe, i would appreciate immediate assistance in resolving this problem. the vehicle has been taken to two (2) different hyundai dealers for service, but according to them, the system is working as designed. *jb

Reported in: TOLEDO OH || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN56D04U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

since i purchase the car in aoril of 2004, the passenger air bag indicator continues to read air bag off when a passenger is seated in the front seat who weighs over 56.4 pounds through about 160 pounds. this is recall number 03v322000, hyundai recall no. 062. the manufacuturer will not fix the problem unless i sign a release which does not incidate anything about the air bag working with someone seated in the front passenger seat weighing more than 56.4 pounds. they want me to waive my rights, not telling me the parameters they will reset the computer to activate the passenger air bag if necessary. i have a copy of the agreement they want to to sign. along with a letter i sent them dated 10/18/2004. according to the dealer service manager, this is a problem on all their 2004 models. please help me.*ak

Reported in: EAST ROCKAWAY NY || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D54U

AIR BAGS

when the passenger seat was occupied, the air bag light intermittently illuminated and stayed on. please provide any further information. *jb

Reported in: WEST BABYLON NY || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D44U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

failure of passenger airbag system to arm itself when passenger in front seat is present. warning on dash panel says "passenger airbag turned off". there was no incident, just failure to arm. dealer can not correct problem, suggests contact with manufacturer which i did. am awaiting reply. *jb

Reported in: PHOENIX AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D54U

AIR BAGS

the air bag light appeared on the dashboard and remained on while driving. please fill in additional information. *jb

Reported in: COLUMBIA SC || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46DX4U

AIR BAGS

my 2004 hyundai elantra passenger airbag is not enabled even when a passenger with twice the advertised minimum required weight occupies the seat. a hyundai bulletin tells passengesr to sit stiff like a mannequin to activate sensors to enable the bag, but that's not practical. hyundai also offers to reprogram the sensors to require less weight, in conjunction with deactivating (permanantly shutting off) the "passenger air bag off" light. but there's no reason to believe that lowering the programmed weight will enable the bags since it already doesn't come on with 130 pounds but is supposed to come on at 56 pounds. disabling the "passenger air bag off" light is only an effort to make occupants unaware as to if the bags are enabled or not and thereby lessen the burden for hyundai. owners should not expect a solution any time soon since the technology does not exist that keeps the airbags on when an adult passenger may squirm around, cross their legs, or even sit normally at times. a positive solution would be to recall the vehicles to install a keyed switch that can be toggled by the owner, and eliminate the sensors all together. at this point, any currently offered solution by hyundai, which includes not sitting in the seat, or using another car, or sitting perfectly still, or having the "passenger air bag off" light disabled, is only designed to benefit the company and not the consumer, nor to make the bags work as advertised. tspault@sbcglobal.net. *ak

Reported in: ZEELAND MI || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D84U

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

i purchased a 2004 hyundai elantra in september 2004. i have had little trouble with the vehicle. i drive to work at 4:30 am. one morning, i took a different route. there were barrier poles planted in the road. i did not see them until the very last minute. i swerved to avoid them. at the toll plaza, the police pulled me to the side and told me my lights were off. the switch was on, but there were no headlights. since then, a number of drivers signaled to me that my lights were off. i was again stopped by the police and told my lights were off. my light switch was in the on position. i took the car to the dealer for service and they replaced the alternator. i still do not feel the low beam lights are bright enough. any help you could offer would be appreciated. thank you dianne c. burger. *ak

Reported in: RIDGEWOOD NY || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D54U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

while driving air bag sensor worked intermittently with someone sitting in the seat. consume contacted the dealer several times. dealer stated that it was the cover that was on the seat. and then said it was the way the consumer was sitting. however the problem recurred. *ak

Reported in: FORT MYERS FL || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D54U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

nhtsa recall 03v322000 concerning air bag sensor . this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. however, the sensor on the air bag was not turning on when the passenger got into the vehicle. *ak

Reported in: GAINESVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

while at stop at an intersection consumer's vehicle was hit head on. upon impact, dual airbags did not deploy. driver sustained neck and back injuries. as a result the vehicle was a total loss. *ak the consumer stated that none of the 4 airbags deployed. *tc

Reported in: SHARON PA || Crash: Y || VIN #: KMHDN46D74D

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

vehicle caught on fire in the engine compartment while driving 40 mph. the local fire department arrived to extinguish the fire. dealer and the manufacturer were notified. *ak the consumer stated that she smelled smoke coming through the vents while driving. the engine light came on and the vehicle lost all power. vehicle brakes went out. the consumer stopped the vehicle and her and the passengers got out of the vehicle within seconds of flames. *tc

Reported in: RHINEBECK NY || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D14U

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK

Reported in: RHINEBECK NY || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D14U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

ongoing failure since car was purchased. passenger airbag is off almost constantly no matter who sits in my car. 150 lb girlfriend can not get the passenger airbag off light to turn off, no matter how she sits. 145 lb female friend only gets the airbag off light to turn off about 10% of the time. hyundai dealer says it operates as designed. *jb

Reported in: HAWTHORNE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D64U

STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

hyundai elantra 2004 roof buckled while driving. *bf while driving the consumer heard a loud banging noise. he pulled over and noticed that the roof had buckled. the vehicle was taken to the dealer but they refused to provide any assistance because they believed that someone stood on the roof of the car. *nm

Reported in: WASHINGTON DC || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

one morning last year, my wife and i discovered two small (1/8" dia.) pock marks on the outer surface of our 2004 hyundai elantra's front windshield. the glass is labeled: korea autoglass laminated a. we assume that the marks were the result of stones or similar objects which flew up and hit the windshield while one of us was driving. we did not witness the event. within a few days, we noticed that a surface crack had begun to "run" from one of the pock marks down the windshield - about 2 to three inches in length. a few weeks later, when we brought the car to the dealer for a recall fix unrelated to the windshield, we were told the crack was probably the result of the original dings and was therefore not a manufacturing defect. i have been driving since the late 1950s. never on any car i have owned have i seen an entire windshield threatened by what began as minor damage such as was sustained by our elantra. to date, the crack has increased down the windshield to about 8 inches, and appears headed for the lower windshield frame. i wonder if any drivers of hyundais or other makes have reported a similar experience with windshield damage. i should think that a well-made quality laminated glass would be able to withstand what started as a minor mishap. thank you. sincerely, ken spalding . *ak

Reported in: WOODBRIDGE VA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D64U

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR

driver's shoulder belt and both rear shoulder belts are twisted, and unable to be retracted. vehicle was taken to the dealer, who d replaced one of the shoulder belts, and untwisted the others. currently, problem recurred. *ak

Reported in: WAPPINGERS FALLS NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

SEAT BELTS:REAR

Reported in: WAPPINGERS FALLS NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY

dealer performed software repair for passenger seat airbag recall. problem still exists.*ak

Reported in: ISELIN NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D04U

POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

i bought my hyundai elantra in may 2004 and the clutch is burned out. i had a jeep wrangler for 10 yrs and the clutch never burned out. i also had a toyota celica that was manual that never burned out. i was quoted $1500.00 to get it fixed even with the so called warranty. supposedly the warranty on the clutch is only for 12 months or 12000 miles.ak

Reported in: HERSHEY PA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D44U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

passenger air bag sensor incorrectly detecting passemger 50 pounds or more. passenger air bag "off" ligth stays on even is a passenger 100 pounds or more are seated properly.*ak

Reported in: ORLANDO FL || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D34U

SEAT BELTS

dt the consumer stated the seat belt did not latch. *jb

Reported in: KATY TX || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D44U

AIR BAGS

dt: the consumer stated she was having problems with her air bag light. she says that if someone is sitting in the passenger seat, the air bag light switch will say passenger air bag off, and if no one is sitting in the seat it says the same thing. this problem occurs 80 percent of the time the car is in use and has been going on since the purchase of the vehicle. the consumer has reported this to hyundai and they stated it was the way the person was sitting in the seat. the dealer has received numerous complaints and the manufacturer tells them not to fix it.*jb *sb

Reported in: FREEPORT ME || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D24U

SEAT BELTS

2004 hyundai elantra seat belts broke. the vehicle was hit by another vehicle and the air bags failed to deploy. *mr the seat belts broke and tore out. another vehicle hit the consumer head on. the drivers side passenger front bumper sensor was inoperative. *sc *jb

Reported in: WOODSIDE NY || Crash: Y || VIN #: KMHDN46D34U

AIR BAGS

Reported in: WOODSIDE NY || Crash: Y || VIN #: KMHDN46D34U

SEAT BELTS

dt: the consumer owns a 2004 hyundai elantra. the consumer has called the manufacturer and was told they do not make seat belt extenders. the consumer needs one for this vehicle. the seat belt extenders are not made for hyundai or kias. *tt *sc *jb

Reported in: SAVOY IL || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46DX4U

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

dt: car has been in shop for various resaons. after getting out of shop,there was an issue with stalling. while driving in stop and go trafffic the stalling began. . today however when going through intersection vehicle stalled, stopped and lost power, and was almost struck from behind. the car dealer was notified immediately and was told to bring car in monday but owner was planning to call manufacturer to make arrangements through dealer to have vehicle towed there because consumer felt it was not safe. no repairs have been made as of yet invoilving the stalling. *ak

Reported in: MOYOCK NC || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D64U

POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

vehicle was undrivable when clutch went bad without any warning at about 13,900 miles. dealer charges $900 to replace clutch due to warranty only being 12 months 12,000 miles. i was able to have hyundai cover the cost of the parts ($260) but i paid 100% of the labor. in 30+ years driving i never had a clutch go bad on me in less than 100,000 miles. and the only time i had prior clutch problems i was able to put the car in gear and drive it. this time the clutch was so bad that it would not move the car unless it was going downhill - atother times the motor just reved and the transmission just slips.

Reported in: DULUTH GA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN56D04U

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

dt: 2004 hyundai elantra, vehicle accelerated without the gas pedal being touched, consumer first tried the brakes which did not stop the vehicle from accelerating. the consumer had to ride the brakes until she could get the vehicle off the freeway, she put the vehicle in a variety of positions, for example drive, park, and neutral the engine still raced, consumer even turned vehicle off and back on and the vehicle would not stop racing, consumer applied both feet to the brake and turned vehicle off two or three times before the vehicle finally stopped, the vehicle had to be towed home, the dealer fixed the vehicle the first time, and replaced the throttle sensor, this occurred on nov. 18, 2004; this same problem occurred again on june 2, 2005, the dealer states that by replacing the engine check modular that it should fix the problem, and the dealer replaced the engine check modular, consumer is concerned about the safety of the vehicle, the vehicle smelled of a burning smell after the second time . *jb updated 12/27/2005. *nm

Reported in: JACKSON MO || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D54U

AIR BAGS

2004 elantra ocs system modification.***no answer required***. *mr the air bag light illuminated on and off intermittently when the front passenger seat was occupied by an adult who met the weight requirements. *nm

Reported in: UNKNOWN DC || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

bhught car used 6 weeks ago. ever since while my wife {120lbs] occup[ies right front passenger seat , the air bag disabled light stays illuninated. to extinguise she has to wiggle around on seat , slide forward and someitmes lift her weight off of the seat and drop on to seat several times/ took car back to dealer, crest hyundai ,and they tested seat weight requirements with a propane bottle. this is hardly the correct procedure. they said there was no problem. problem persists every time she or any one light rides in that seat. have viewed this site and found numerous other complaints relating to this problem.

Reported in: CHAMBERSBURG PA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D34U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

dt: consumer's vehicle was involved in al head-on collision at 35 mph when another vehicle made an illegal left turn. upon impact, neither front or side air bags deployed. consumer's vehicle was totaled. both driver and passenger sustained injuries. *ak *jb

Reported in: SPRING HILL FL || Crash: Y || VIN #: KMHDN46D84U

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS

2004 hyundai elantra stud fell from the back of the hub on the vehicle and the brake pads were broken and laying in the drum.*mr

Reported in: GILBERTOWN AL || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D64U

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

car has been serviced three time for grinding in the rear of car when brakes are applied. i have never been told what the problem is, just that they have fixed it, but it never stays fixed. first time (10/06/04) they lubed backing plates and sanded shoes; second time (04/20/05) they replaced rear brake shoes and drums; third time (08/15/05) they replaced both rear wheel cyclinders. i am treated very well by the service department personnel, but, i have a car that continues to have brake problems. this is a bad accident waiting to happen!. *ak

Reported in: SEMINOLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46DX4U

SUSPENSION

strong steering wheel vibration on 2004 hyundai elantra at speeds over 60 mph. have taken car to dealer 5 times, in which they have rotated wheels, balanced tires, road force balanced tires, with no improvement. numerous other elantras from 2001-2005 suffer from this problem as a simple google search will yield many. hyundai will not acknowledge problem even though there is a tsb for this issue. will file for lemon law if not fixed on 6th attempt. *nm

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH

dt: a wiring burning smell was coming from the dashboard. when this happened everything electrical in the dashboard turned off. the dealership was unable to find the cause of the problem. the problem first started on june 20, 2005. the problem usually happened for a short period of time. lately, it has been happening more often. *ak

Reported in: GIBSONTON FL || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D94U

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

(1) can happen anytime without warning. may go for weeks, days, or minutes before recurring. (2)engine shuts off while driving. must shift into neutral to restart. not easy to do when doing 65 mph on rt 30, to suddenly have no power or power steering and a semi is on your tail. it has happened at least 20 times since the first time in wet, dry, fast slow, or idle. (3) 1st time wiggle wires. it would not happen in the shop. replaced fuse box, we refuse to drive the car again due to fear for our lives. since there is no warning and it can be weeks between happenings you can't prepare for it. *nm

Reported in: HOT SPRINGS AR || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D24U

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

hyundai elantra gls 2004 (1) no events led up to failures (2) between 15000-20000 miles ignition stopped working - fixed by hyundai after we severely nagged them for days - car is less than 18 months old has 32,000 miles on it now clutch disk is supposedly burned out- i have never had a clutch burn out on me or anyone i know much less at a mere 32,000 miles want to charge me 300 to see if warranty might cover it; however if it doesn't they will charge me 800 or so to fix this problem car grinds when turning- hyundai will not check it out, supposedly warranty also does not cover this. steering wheel is completely falling apart vanity mirror cover fell off yes, all this happened within 3 months of each other. i am now completely afraid to drive my car. the gears do not catch well and are getting progressively worse. the reason i bought this car was for its amazing warranty. come to find out the warranty doesn't cover anything at all. hyundai did replace my vanity mirror. now if only the freaking car worked! i will never buy another hyundai. *nm

Reported in: EL PASO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D84U

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: EL PASO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D84U

STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR

Reported in: EL PASO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D84U

AIR BAGS

the front airbag off light stays on even when the front passenger, usually my niece who weighs 130 pounds, occupies the seat. there was a recall on the airbags, but it did not specify this problem. so many complaints about this sensor should be looked in to. *jb

Reported in: TALBOTT TN || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

with a passenger in the right front seat the air bag light off is displayed quite frequently. *nm

Reported in: GALWAY NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

TIRES:VALVE

i bought my hyundai elentra 2004 brand new. when i bought it i took it back because the tires leaked at the valve stems. and when it gets hot it starts to tick. when i took it back to where i bought it they treated me like i was dumb. i ended up paying for this myself. my car however still ticks. *jb

Reported in: FLORENCE KY || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

2004 hyundai elantra passenger air bag off light remains on. *ts the vehicle was taken tot he dealer regarding recall campaign #073 concerning the occupant classification system of the right front passenger seat for air bag deployment. the passenger air bag off light remained on no matter who sat in the seat. the technician told the consumer that the air bag off light may be illuminated because the passenger may not be seat squarely in the seat with feet on the floor. *nm

Reported in: NEW HYDE PARK NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)

on 3/4/2005, while driving on an interstate highway, the car stalled and wouldn't immediately start. it did start later. i was towed to a dealer, which replaced the crankshaft position sensor. on 4/21/2005, i got to my parked car to find that it wouldn't start for 10-15 minutes. the symptoms were very similar to the march 4 incident, without the stalling out on the highway to preface it. the following day, i took the car to a different dealer, where they tested the car but made no repairs. i wrote hyundai. a regional representative contacted me and asked that hyundai have an attempt to fully investigate. i had an appointment at the dealer i purchased the car from, and the regional representative contacted them to coordinate examination of the car. the dealer had one of their top electrical systems people examine the car in consultation with the regional office on 5/7/2005. they could find no problems. on 1/3/2006, the car stalled out on an interstate highway and wouldn't start immediately. a dealer replaced the crankshaft position sensor. on 1/13/2006, the car stalled out on an interstate highway and wouldn't start immediately. a dealer examined it and consulted with hyundai tech line but did nothing. i sent hyundai another letter. they asked to be able to send a regional technician to look at it. a dealer replaced the power control module and checked connections per directions of the regional technician. hyundai deemed the car okay because the technician went for a 15 mile test drive; the car has had three potentially fatal incidents in 22,491 miles. a representative at the regional office said the they replaced the power control module based on incidents in other cars, where the error code for the crankshaft position sensor has come up. he said this was a "precautionary measure," that the technician wasn't able to verify the component that failed, and could not explain why the power control module wasn't suggested earlier. *jb

Reported in: CINCINNATI OH || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN56D34U

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: CINCINNATI OH || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN56D34U

AIR BAGS

was involved in a head on collision at 30 mph. the airbags never deployed. is there a speed at which the airbags are supposed to deploy?*jb

Reported in: HICKSVILLE NY || Crash: Y || VIN #:

TIRES:SIDEWALL

bubble in sidewall of tire about one month after buying it new. *jb

Reported in: SANDIA PARK NM || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

2004 elantra passenger side air bag remained on. *ts the consumer was not satisfied with the recall work that was performed on the vehicle regarding the airbag. the consumer stated when the passenger seat was occupied the passenger air bag off light stayed illuminated. *jb

Reported in: GLEN JEAN WV || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D94U

AIR BAGS

dt*: the contact stated the passenger side air bag sensors were reprogrammed on two occasions. the sensors are still not working properly. if a small stature person is sitting in the front passenger seat, the indicator light illuminates, indicating the air bag is turned off. there is a recall # 03v322000, concerning the air bags, however the recall did not correct the problem. the vehicle is having the same problems again. the dealer was notified and reprogrammed the osc electrical control unit. the dealer stated the person sitting in the front passenger seat must sit in a certain manor for the sensor to be activated.

Reported in: SELDEN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D54U

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK

dt*: the contact stated while turning left at low speeds there was a grinding noise that came from the rear of the vehicle. the dealership was unable to determine why the rear brakes had failed. the vehicle was taken to a local independent repair shop. the mechanic determined the rear brake sensors were bent and both rear brakes were replaced and the rotors were turned. the manufacturer has been alerted.

Reported in: FLAGSTAFF AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN56D94U

AIR BAGS

dt*: the contact stated the passenger air bag (ocs system) is suppose to activate when an adult is sitting in the seat and not activate when a child is sitting in the seat. the ocs system will not activate for the owner of the vehicle when sitting in the seat properly. the dealership determined the driver is less than 120 pounds which is the reason the ocs will not activate. the contact contends this information is not listed in the handbook and the contact was not informed of this when the vehicle was purchased.

Reported in: LILLIAN AL || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D64U

AIR BAGS

i have a 2004 hyundai elantra. it had a recall on the airbag sensor. i have taken it back two times to be fixed. this will be the third. it comes on and off regardless if anyone is in the seat or not. each time i take it back they say it is fixed. i am afraid if i am in a wreck it will not work if someone is sitting there. *nm

Reported in: FLORENCE KY || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D04U

AIR BAGS

dt*: the contact stated that in the owner's manual it indicated that a weight of greater than 56.4 pounds in the front passenger seat will turn off the air bag indicator light, and allow the frontal and side air bags to deploy in the event of a crash. there have been occupants in the passenger seat who weigh greater than the limit, but the indicator will not turn off, therefore the air bags probably would not engage during an accident. the vehicle was taken to a service dealer who was unable to locate the defect, however the passenger seat was replaced. the replacement did not correct the problem. there is a nhtsa recall # 03v322000 which relates to the air bags however the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin. updated 8/1/2006 - *nm

Reported in: CHEBOYGAN MI || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D04U

POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

i purchased vehicle new in march 2004. i previously owned a 1994 hyundai excel which i also purchased new. the durability of the excel and the warranty on the elantra were the reason i chose to buy it. at 13,000 miles in april, 2005, the clutch on the elantra began slipping. i took it to the dealer and was told that the clutch is not covered under the 100,000 mile warranty. it is covered only under a 12,000 mile warranty. after negotiation with the management, the dealership agreed to cover 50% of the repair. this was acceptable at that time and the problem appeared to be corrected. it is now august, 2006, and this vehicle has 33,066 miles on it and clutch #2 is wearing out. starting out in low gear is difficult, the clutch slips in the lower gears (2 and 3) and the clutch pedal is extremely stiff. at highway speeds the vehicle performs ok. i am afraid to take the car back to the dealer since they are more than likely going to put the same piece of junk clutch in as a replacement to this one. i have talked to an independent transmission shop and they can use a non-oem part to replace. the only problem with this solution is that the cost is going to be +$1000 versus the $800+ that the dealer will charge and the use of the non-oem part may void the vehicle warranty. i would like to point out a few other facts: the 1994 excel went to 122,000 miles before needing its clutch replaced. the replacement clutch was still in the car when it was traded in at 176,000 miles. my wife and i have been driving standard shift vehicles exclusively since 1990, so i don't want anyone at hyundai suggesting that we don't know how to drive a standard shift vehicle. i currently drive a 1997 plymouth a 5 speed transmission. its clutch was replaced in april 2006 with at 135,000 miles. my wife, who is the primary driver of the hyundai is a professional bus driver. *nm

Reported in: BETHLEHEM PA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D34U

AIR BAGS

excerpts from my letter to hyundai passenger airbag off light continues to illuminate in spite of the fact that there is an adult passenger in the front seat. a few weeks ago, i received your brochure in the mail regarding important information about the advanced airbags in my elantra, and realized that this clearly describes the situation with my vehicle. the service manager said he knew nothing about the brochure and letter i received, he told me they could not find a problem with the passenger airbag and showed me that they had already addressed a previous recall with the airbag about a year ago. the service manager then spoke again to the mechanic who was working on my vehicle and the mechanic told him that he was able to recreate the problem as i had described it. according to the invoice i received for the services performed on friday, august 25, 2006, the dealership did a reflashing. today, i had an adult passenger in the car and the passenger airbag off light remained illuminated each time the passenger was in the front seat. i have several points of concern: 1. the dealership knew nothing about this situation when i first walked in and had to read the information i provided from hyundai 2. even after reading the information, the dealership did not understand that there was something that needed to be resolved. 3. even though the service mechanic stated that he was able to recreate the problem (i.e. a passenger in the front seat and the passenger airbag off light remained illuminated) a situation that would warrant ocs reprogramming, the situation remains unchanged! 4. what happens in the scenario of an unfortunate accident in which the passenger airbag needs to be deployed and the passenger airbag off light is illuminated in spite of my effort to follow your direction to have it fixed? the answer to #4 from my perspective is clear. *jb

Reported in: EDMOND OK || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D04U

AIR BAGS

driving south on hwy. suv hit car from behind suv traveling at est. speed of 90-100 mph. pushed car 300 ft. spinning around and around hit medium my car equipped with four air bags none of them deployed i would like to know why? *nm

Reported in: MURRELLS INLET SC || Crash: Y || VIN #: KMHDN46D84U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

tl*- the contact stated that she received her recall letter in 2005 for campaign # 03v322000, and she had the recall repaired at the dealership on 03/22/06. 1 week after the repair she had to contact the dealership and inform them that the air bag sensor light was still not working properly. the contact has call the manufacturer and was told after the recall that they will replace her vehicle or refund her purchase price. as of 1/12/07 the issues has not been address and the manufacturer has not responding to her complaint. the contact gave manufacture complaint # 994795. the contact stated that her airbag doesn't recognize anyone sitting on the passenger side of the vehicle.

Reported in: BALTIMORE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D44U

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR

i own a 2004 hyundai elantra and when i tried to put on my seat belt on the drivers side which is shoulder and waist, the belt would not retract back and, thus, it does not fit securely around my shoulders and lap. i was told by the dealership that i would have to pay for the belt to be fixed for the seat belt warranty had expired. i disagreed with this since this is a safety feature. this is when i contacted you. *jb

Reported in: MONETA VA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D84U

POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

clutch failure at 52,792 miles. i own 3 other cars ; ford, honda, and chevrolet with clutches well over 120,000 miles. it is not a result of my driving. hyundai would not replace. not covered under the warranty.*ak

Reported in: MIDDLETOWN MD || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D64U

SEAT BELTS:REAR

rear seat belts; took vehicle to dealer for annual inspection and was told that amongst other things the rear seat belts were rotted and needed to be replaced. was told to pay for it since not covered under warranty.*ak

Reported in: HORSHAM PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

tl*the contact owns a 2004 hyundai elantra. while driving 55 mph, the vehicle shut completely off and would not restart. the contact noticed fluid and debris on the ground near the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to her residence and has not been inspected by a mechanic. the engine size, powertrain, and # of cylinders were unknown. the current and failure mileages were 80,000.

Reported in: SANTA MARIA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D34U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

passenger side airbag occupant classification system disables airbag for adult passengers. issue occurs regularly or intermittently with at least three adults weighing more than 130 lbs, two females aged 23 and 28 and one 25-year old male. 6/7/06 problem reported to fucillo hyundai, schenectady, ny. reprogrammed ocs in accordance with hyundai campain 073 and informed issue resolved. issue subsequently observed (ca. dec 2006) 1/23/07 complained to connolly hyundau, natick, ma 4/18/07 seat removed and sent to hyundai for reprogramming. issue not resolved 5/29/07 hyundai district service manger (kevin cleary) verifies problem with 130 lb. female passenger at mirak hyundai, arlington, ma hyundai has offered a settlement in accordance with class action. settlement stipulates mileage offset for buyback or replacment will be based on ca lemon law, which specifies the mileage used for the offset is that of the first complaint. hyundai offers offset based on 27,500 miles (date seat removed), not mileage at first complaint (20,573).

Reported in: BROOKLINE MA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D94U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

passenger air bags does not work. i have given the car for 2 update fixes but the problem continues. the passenger air bags goes off even when someone is sitting in the car. the last time i showed it to the dealer, he said that there was no fix to it. *jb

Reported in: SUNNYVALE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D54U

AIR BAGS

during a crash totaling my 2004 hyundai elantra none of the airbags deployed. *jb

Reported in: CAPE CORAL FL || Crash: Y || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

tl*the contact owns a 2004 hyundai elantra. while the vehicle was driving in reverse, the air bags deployed for no reason. the contact's husband injured his hand. the dealer stated the vehicle was in a crash, which is why the air bags deployed even though the occupants of the vehicle claim that there was no crash. the speed was unknown. the current and failure mileages were 46,000. updated 03-04-08 *bf the consumer was informed the bumper was damaged.

Reported in: DALLAS TX || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46DX4U

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

on 11/26/07 the car got overheated, engine check light came on and engine shut down on the highway, coolant leaked out, car towed in. bridgeport key hyundai replaced coolant temperature sensor on 04/11/08 the car stalled on the highway without engine light coming on, coolant leaked out, engine failure caused a collision with another vehicle from the back. the car was towed in, it needs engine replacement. we believe the coolant repairs to be defective. dealer denies our claim and blames engine failure on poor maintenance. i have read a number of reports about hyundai engine stalling/coolant leak. in addition abs/tcs light has been coming on with the brake pedal vibrating and making noise. car wouldn't stop as requested especially on wet, icy surface. dealer cannot locate the problem please investigate both defects.

Reported in: BRIDGEPORT CT || Crash: Y || VIN #: KMHDN46D84U

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

car broke down at a light on my way to work on friday june 6. it would not start back up. car was towed to the nearest hyundai dealer. they said the car over heated. repairs were made and car was given back to me on june 11 or 12. check engine light came on less than an hour after picking up the car. dealer was closed so called them the next day and took it back. dealer kept it another day or two to check everything out made some minor repair and gave it back. on saturday june 21, the car over heated again at an out of town location.

Reported in: SHARON HILL PA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D24U

AIR BAGS

tl*the contact owns a 2004 hyundai elantra. while driving 70 mph, the contact lost control of the vehicle due to high winds. she merged into the left lane of traffic and the vehicle was struck three times on both sides. the driver's side frontal air bag failed to deploy. the contact sustained injuries to her neck, back, and shoulder. the florida highway patrol filed report number 07848144. the insurance company stated that the vehicle was destroyed. the manufacturer took a report and stated that an investigator would go to the location where the vehicle was towed. however, the manufacturer is currently requesting that she send the proof of purchase, insurance coverage, and pictures. the current and failure mileages were 63,000.

Reported in: HIRAM GA || Crash: Y || VIN #: KMHDN46D04U

CHILD SEAT

installation issues regarding evenflo generations combination seat, model 3522607 l1, manufactured in 14th april 2008. 1) latch assembly is attached to the booster seat with a plastic peg and a strap which is sewen onto the latch belt. this assembly prevents the latch belt from being fully tightened on one side and in turn prevents the seat from being properly installed. (related vehicle information: model year=2004, make=hyundai, model=elantra).

Reported in: BROOKLYN NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

the passenger airbag indicator light does not work for persons under 145 lbs and the company reps have insisted that it is designed that way for safety and that they are happy to take out the seat and send it away to be worked on but there is a 999 chance out of a thousand that it will behave just the same way on re-installation because "the car decides that it's safer for the airbag not to deploy" at my weight -- which is over 140 lbs. i pointed out the faulty logic and they agreed to go through the motions (which they believe will be ineffective in fixing the problem).

Reported in: SEATTLE WA || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

tl*the contact owns a 2004 hyundai elantra. while making a left turn out of a parking space at 5 mph, another vehicle crashed into the driver's side of the contact's vehicle. the air bags failed to deploy. a police report was filed. the driver was taken to the hospital and sustained minor injuries to the head and eyes. the vehicle was destroyed. the manufacturer stated that the air bag sensor performed in the manner it was designed; therefore, they were not liable for repairs. the dealer was not notified. the current and failure mileages were 44,000. updated 12/30/08. *lj hyundai stated the air bag performed as designed. they stated it appeared that the angular collision was hit solely by the drivers door, without and deformation of the side structure of the vehicle. consequently, the resulting energy absorption meant that the deceleration experienced by the side air bag sensor did not merit deployment of the side air bags. updated 01/05/09. *jb

Reported in: PITTSBURGH PA || Crash: Y || VIN #: KMHDN46D24U

AIR BAGS

tl*the contact owns a 2004 hyundai elantra. she stated that the airbag warning light illuminated on the instrument control panel. there was an open recall on her vehicle, (see nhtsa campaign id number: 03v322000), however the dealer attempted several times to re-program the sensor but to no avail. he then stated that he would have to remove the front driver's and passenger's side seats in order to accurately repair the airbag sensor, however the costs in doing so would not be covered by the manufacturer. the contact stated that if there was a defect in the vehicle, she should not be liable for the repairs. the recall is still open on the vehicle. the vin was unavailable. the failure and current mileages were under 90,000.

Reported in: GALLUP NM || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

my daughter was on the freeway in her 2004 hyundai elantra. her car pulled to the left as she overcorrected, the cart went across the freeway, spun out, up the embankment, landed on the (driver's) side and slid about 50-100 feet before it landed back upright. none of the air bags deployed. the side air bags should of deployed from the impact of the car landing on the side. her car has been declared a "total loss". after searching the internet, i found that there were recalls for the 2004 elantra "defective air bags". we were never notified of this recall. my daughter sustained head, neck, and dual shoulder injuries. thank god she is alive but what about those that have not survived?

Reported in: REDLANDS CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: KMHDN46D54U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Reported in: REDLANDS CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: KMHDN46D54U

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai elantra. she stated that while driving at 2mph the vehicles airbags deployed, the light illuminated after the air bags deployed.there were no injuries. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where they diagnosed it and stated that they could not find the problem.there had been no repairs to the vehicle at the time of the complaint. she is very concern about her safety in the vehicle. the failure mileage was 55271 and current mileage was 65427.

Reported in: SANTA CRUZ CA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D54U

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

sudden acceleration incident i am the son of the car owner. i was driving the car. the incident occurred about 8:30 am on june 17, 2010, in bethesda, md. i was exiting the giant food parking lot and stopped for traffic along old georgetown road. the car stopped but then all of a sudden inched ahead. i pushed down harder on the brake; heard the engine racing; saw the tachometer go past 6000 rpms. i immediately put the transmission in neutral. the engine was still racing. i turned off the car. i started the car and the same thing occurred, the tachometer went past 6000 rpms. i turned off the car. i rolled the car to a parking space. i called my wife. a few minutes past, and i started the car again. this time it operated properly. i took the car to fitzgerald auto mall that evening, for next day service. the technician reported hearing of such incidents when "after market oil filters were used on both hyundai's and on subaru's." i recently had an oil change on that car. the gaskets are apparently not the same as on the factory oil filters. so the oil and filter was changed. they also found a mis-fire code in the computer. so the plugs and wires were changed. there was no vacuum leak code in the system.

Reported in: GERMANTOWN MD || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D64U

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

tl*the contact owns a 2004 hyundai elantra. while starting the vehicle the air bag light came on and then turn off. the failure occurred intermittently. she stated that the air bag remained illuminated when she took the vehicle to an authorized dealer. the dealer advised her that the driver's side seat sensor needed to be replaced. the contact stated that the vehicle was not repaired. the estimated repair cost was $500. the failure mileage was 52,000 and the current mileage was 64,000. updated 03/24/11*lj updated 03/31/11

Reported in: RAHWAY NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D84U

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

vehicle acceleration.

Reported in: GREENSBURG IN || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D74U

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

my vehicle revs on it's own. starting and stopping through town is very dangerous because it is difficult to stop the vehicle. as i hold the brake down the car continues to accelerate as if my foot is on the accelerator. the car revs in park, neutral, drive, and reverse. i took it to a local mechanic. he cleaned out the fuel throttle and the problem went away for about 1 week and came back. i talked to another mechanic and he had never heard anything like it. he told me it was probably a defect.

Reported in: GREENSBURG IN || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D74U

AIR BAGS

tl*the contact owns a 2004 hyundai elantra. while driving and failing to stop at a stop sign, the contact t-boned another vehicle and crashed into it. the air bags did not deploy. there were two people injured. a police report was filed. the contact called the manufacturer who sent someone out to inspect the vehicle but offered no assistance. the vehicle was destroyed. the failure mileage was approximately 60,000.

Reported in: MURFREESBORO TN || Crash: Y || VIN #: KMHDN46DX4U

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2004 hyundai elantra. while the vehicle was slowly reversing with her foot on the brake pedal, the rpms suddenly increased and the vehicle accelerated in reverse. the contact had to depress the brake pedal harder to prevent further acceleration. the failure was intermittent and becoming progressively worse. the vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. also, the contact stated that the vehicle stalled but when she turned it off and restarted it, the problem corrected itself. the failure mileage was approximately 50,000 and the current mileage was approximately 54,000.

Reported in: OMAHA NE || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D44U

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i was driving with my cruise control on and a car stopped in front of me. i hit the brakes and my car accelerated. this is the third time this has happened. fortunately, i was able to slam on the brakes and the car stopped. also the air bag light does not go off with an adult in the front seat. this is very concerning.

Reported in: HARTFIELD VA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D74U

AIR BAGS

Reported in: HARTFIELD VA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D74U

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

while driving to florida on i95 using cruise control traffic began to back up in the richmond area so the wife hit the brakes. car did not disengage but rather sped up to the control setting. repeatedly hitting the brakes had no effect so we had to manually disengage the unit. the incident was reported to the dealer of purchase as well as to the local hyundai dealer with no resolution other than to pay for them to hunt down the problem. i was able to find that the problem is related to the disappearance of all brake lights and will temporarily fix itself if i hit the wiring harness in several locations.. it is not due to a faulty brake pedal switch. this was reported back to the dealerships with the same result then to hyundai usa on nov 4, 2010 case number [xxx]. hyundai maintains it is a service issue and not a safety issue and that my only recourse is to pay the dealer to do a diagnostic check. i informed them that if they google hyundai brake light problems there are many people reporting loss of brake lights who may be unaware that their cruise control may disengage. they have closed the case so i am requesting that this be put on record. condition still exists after 6 attempts to repair.. is an intermittent electrical problem in the harness connector i believe. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Reported in: NORRISTOWN PA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D14U

AIR BAGS

i own a 2004 hyundai elantra gls (us version). i got the airbag light on from the 60k miles. now the "passenger airbag off" light doesn't lit regardless in the passenger seat is someone seated or not.

Reported in: CAGUAS PR || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

tl* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai elantra. the contact was driving approximately 10 mph when she engaged the accelerator and the vehicle stalled followed by the illumination of the check engine warning light. the vehicle was towed to the dealer but was not repaired. the vin was unavailable. the failure and current mileage was 81,000.

Reported in: BRONX NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

traveling southbound on interstate 5. accident occurred in front of me requiring sudden application of brakes (panic stop). brakes failed completely. the brakes worked partially after swerving and pumping the brakes. it was also found that the brakes had failed completely upon backing the vehicle. a mechanical inspection determined that the engine-booster vacuum line check valve had failed.

Reported in: RIDGEFIELD WA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN56D84U

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Reported in: RIDGEFIELD WA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN56D84U

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Reported in: RIDGEFIELD WA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN56D84U

SEAT BELTS

tl* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai elantra. the contact stated that the rear seat belts were contracted and would not release. the contact stated that the middle seat belt works but the rear driver side and passenger sides were inoperable. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that the seat belts were not covered under warranty and could provide no assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 139,000 and the current mileage was 114,948.

Reported in: COTOPAXI CO || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D24U

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai elantra. when the contact started the ignition, the air bag warning indicator began to illuminate continuously until the engine was turned off. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer yet the vehicle was neither diagnosed nor repaired for the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 50,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D34U

AIR BAGS

tl*the contact owns a 2004 hyundai elantra. while the vehicle was parked the air bag deactivation light illuminated on the instrument panel whenever someone was in the front passenger seat. the dealer was contacted and stated that a diagnostic test needed to be performed. the dealer also stated that the vehicle was included in nhtsa recall campaign id number: 05v395000 (air bags) and previously had recall repairs performed. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 72,000.

Reported in: COLLEGE PARK GA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46DX4U

CHILD SEAT

latch strap loosens by itself (related vehicle information: model year=2004, make=elantra, model=hyundai).

Reported in: INDIANAPOLIS IN || Crash: N || VIN #:

SUSPENSION

knocking sound started in right front when turning right. not much but progressively louder & longer on all turns. the front transaxle shaft basically went out and had to be replaced along w the ball joints in front end.5 speed

Reported in: GALLOWAY OH || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D04U

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: GALLOWAY OH || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D04U

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

tl* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai elantra. the contact stated that there was a cloudy covering over the exterior lights, reducing the visibility of the contacts vehicle. both the dealer and manufacturer were notified, but denied assistance with repairs. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was 23,000 and the current mileage was 45,000. updated 09/27/11 *bf updated 11/07/11

Reported in: RICHMOND VA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D74U

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

tl* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai elantra. the contact stated that smoke emitted from the engine while driving 30 mph. the vehicle was maneuvered to the shoulder and the contact noticed that oil was leaking from the engine. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that a crank shaft seal needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred after driving approximately 100 miles. the vehicle was towed back to the mechanic and the contact was informed that a head gasket was blown. the vehicle was then towed to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 86,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: WINDSOR LOCKS CT || Crash: N || VIN #:

SEAT BELTS

cpsc#i1230437a. 2004 hyundai elantra. consumer stated driver side seat belts stopped retracting at 65,000 miles. *ln

Reported in: LOS ALAMOS NM || Crash: N || VIN #:

STEERING

tl* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai elantra. the contact stated that the rubber on the steering wheel exhibited various holes. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who advised that the steering wheel would need replacing. there were no recalls for the failure. the manufacturer was notified who advised the contact to take the vehicle back to the dealer and they would inspect the steering wheel. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was 40,000.

Reported in: PHILADELPHI PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

CHILD SEAT

the tether hook on our first years true fit premier car seat flattened so it will not connect to an anchor. it also will not properly stay connected to the car seat making it a projectile. (related vehicle information: model year=2004, make=elantra, model=hyundai).

Reported in: INDIANAPOLIS IN || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

the elantra was stopped at a red light. the light turned green and when in the intersection was t-boned by a tractor tailor who ran the red light at est 25 mph. the impact spun the car 180+ degrees, lightly clipping a telephone pole and hit back into the truck where the car stopped. the side impact airbags nor frontal airbags did not deploy. the seat belt did lock and the injuries were whip lash, concussion, and cuts and contusions.

Reported in: SCRANTON PA || Crash: Y || VIN #: KMHDN46D84U

SEAT BELTS

tl* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai elantra. the contact stated that the driver's side seat belt would not retract or sit tightly across the driver's chest. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic, who stated that the seat belt needed replacing. neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was 66,000.

Reported in: LEVITTOWN NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

i was driving on the highway and suddenly the oil light came on. at the same time, there was a loud noise so i pulled over and turned off my car. minutes later i tried to turn it on but no life whatsoever. got out of car and saw big oil spill along the side up to where i drove to. drove car to mechanic. engine had hole in the engine block.

Reported in: JAMAICA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D74U

SUSPENSION

tl* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai elantra. the contact stated that while having maintenance done on his vehicle, he was notified that all four struts were defective. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included on any recalls. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 110,000.

Reported in: MURFREESBORO AR || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D34U

ENGINE

tl* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai elantra. the contact stated that after starting the vehicle, there was an increase in engine rpms as the vehicle lunged forward. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 133,800.

Reported in: OMAHA NE || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D84U

ENGINE

from stop sign proceeded to cross intersection, was struck on front end of drivers side panel and bumper, spun around and hit again on driver back side panel and rear wheel, ripped half of the front bumper and crushed drivers front side against engine , no air bag deployed.

Reported in: ORLANDO FL || Crash: Y || VIN #: KMHDN46D84U

STRUCTURE:BODY

Reported in: ORLANDO FL || Crash: Y || VIN #: KMHDN46D84U

SUSPENSION

Reported in: ORLANDO FL || Crash: Y || VIN #: KMHDN46D84U

AIR BAGS

Reported in: ORLANDO FL || Crash: Y || VIN #: KMHDN46D84U

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

have 2004 elantra w/ 77,000 miles. check engine light came on while starting car in am. car has no symptoms of bad plugs,02 sensor, or catalytic conv. issues. runs fine, no different. i have the car checked diagnostically and they said the 02 needed changing and new p;lugs / wires. the wires/ plugs arent due for another 30k miles we thought, and the car running fine! was waiting to have this service done as we were given a $613.00 quote! in meantime the check light went off and car running fine! it had just had theoiil changed and a new air filter when this occured, and new gas. it seemed when the car was almost out of gas( i let it run low) i put a better grade from another station and this is when the engine light went off! why would this occure if it is needing plugs, 02 sensors??? also no trouble, roughness or idle trouble, or power loss with this car. could it be bad gas, airfilter issues?? please help!!

Reported in: FEDERAL WAY WA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46DX4U

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: FEDERAL WAY WA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46DX4U

ENGINE

Reported in: FEDERAL WAY WA || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46DX4U

STRUCTURE:BODY

around july of 2008 i noticed the clear coat on the roof,trunk,and fenders start to delaminate. the car had less than 100,000 miles and was waxed every six months or so. i thought it was just my car which is black, until i saw three more cars of the same color do the same in the exact same spots. is this normal for the clear coat to peel off or not at 4 years old and less than 100,000 miles?

Reported in: LONGNECK DE || Crash: N || VIN #: KMHDN46D34U

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