The WORST Hyundai Elantra Your Should Avoid

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[@jimmypage4162]

I’m not quite sure…I’m a mobile mechanic and maintain several that are 200k plus. They’re pretty reliable.

[@christianrodriguez5151]

12K for steering repair??? What are you adding ? The cost of another vehicle lol

[@2017_Elantra]

If you can replace the p/s rack and pinion yourself then it would only cost the the price of the rack and pinion + alignment

[@joeb2588]

Yah, I think there's an extra zero thrown in there...

[@MountainMan.]

I don't know what this guy is talking about. I've owned a 2013 Elantra for over seven years now, virtually trouble free.

[@everymandriver]

drakg002 that’s awesome, good for you!

[@redmanish]

Same here! I have a 2014 Elantra GT. Bought it new for $16k out the door during the model year end sales. Still runs great, no major repairs, good gas mileage and the base heated seats are amazing up here in the cold and icy Michigan winters (along with the front wheel drive.) I’m not a gear head, I just need a car to reliably get me from point A to point B and feel peppy enough to not be a slog. Heck, my last car was a base ‘06 Pontiac G6 that I rode until the wheels literally fell off - not exactly the height of luxury. But the GT feels responsive (and the choice of driving modes is nice), the drive is predictable with no strange power lags or waffling, it’s got enough pep to execute whatever maneuvers I need to do, and it feels relatively luxurious for a such cheap car. I haven’t regretted my purchase so far.

[@JamMasterify]

Same here I'm almost at 150,000 miles still going strong.

[@palebeachbum]

@@redmanish I feel the same way about my 2018 Elantra SEL. Feels like a little luxury car to me and does everything I want and need it to do. The drive mode select feels gimmicky to me though. All cars have a distinct personality and this one is trying to have 3 with the drive modes. None of them feel calibrated quite right.

[@tylerandleahcanadian3888]

@@JamMasterify good 2 hear i just bought one for 5500 CAD

[@dougn2350]

There is no way a power steering problem costs $12,000 to repair.

[@jimpease280]

This video lost all credibility with this factoid.

[@jakee.consig8788]

The car is barely worth $12k brand new... a whole new steering assembly couldn’t be more than $1500-2000 installed...

[@4orrcountry]

@@camthesaxman3387 It never happened.

[@syedgalib2125]

$12,000?! You crazy? Or you don't know anything?

[@JDMHaze]

EXACTLY !! lmao wtf But yet engine failure is $4000? lmaooo There is no repair a Honda with me that would cost almost the damn sticker price,

[@logo59alpha]

I bought two brand new 2013 Elantra's and coming on 7 years later, I don't have any big issues. Other than replacing the rear shock absorbers, I've had no issues. They were overloaded and I drove 2,000 miles till I reached my destination across the U.S. Not a single issue to be found, maybe I lucked out or maybe I take care of my cars. I've taken my cars throughout SoCal's mountains and other places like LA to WA. They just need gas and I'm good. Surprised to see my car and year ranked so poorly.

[@calebharper1590]

I'm up to 224k on my 2009 Elantra. Great car!

[@Teah8cbdude]

Yeah? Damn...

[@joeb2588]

Awesome. I have 54k in my 18. Been really good...

[@palebeachbum]

That particular generation of Elantra is very good. Reliability slipped since.

[@4orrcountry]

@@palebeachbum FALSE. Go to Edmunds and check out "Owner Reviews".

[@palebeachbum]

@@4orrcountry newer cars have less mileage, therefore less wear and tear.

[@byronjolly4452]

I've had an 04 an 18 and a 2020 and none of them ask for anything but oil and gas. Hands down the most reliable car I've ever known. I've owned over 50 cars. The Elantra is the only car I'd ever recommend to someone as a reliable car.

[@vlads2874]

The 17' + Elantras are super reliable. Again, showing a new car and talking about an old car.

[@joeb2588]

Good. I have an 18 with 54k. It's been great. I did have the thermostat changed. I have a base model SE. Manual transmission. I get over 40mpg all day long. Change the synthetic oil every 4k-4500k. EDIT: back at 64k. No problems to report. Still runs like a top. No noises, engine still quiet. Reliable.

[@BobbyR2]

How can you say that? Your car is only 3 years old.

[@tuanh_duong]

Eh, no more than any other car, I would say. I'm the second owner, purchased it as a CPO, and in my first year of ownership, I experienced a cylinder misfire, TINY paint chip on the hood, and an exterior trim piece near the windshield coming off. I'm going on to my second year now and replaced the battery and will be changing the tires when it comes time for the state inspection. This is a good car, but just like anything else, over time parts start to break off

[@palebeachbum]

@@tuanh_duong what fixed the engine misfire? I'm having issue with my 2018 running poorly. Hesitation, pinging, loss of power while accelerating.

[@bluemuppet6]

it's important to do that

[@jerbsherb4391]

I have the 2013 Elantra and it drives like a champ. It is true that the EPA numbers are not being met but I've had mine for 3 years without any mechanical issues. Not to mention it has a 6 speed automatic transmission that you won't be able to find nowadays since everything in this segment is CVT. Limited Trim with heated front and rear seats, 8 way power adjustable seat, 8 inch HUD unit, comfortable leather seats (not real leather but close) and manual mode that does a great job of shifting up and down when you need it. Just because you read things online or have this guy use 1 source as a way to downplay how this car is, it doesn't mean you have a bad deal. My cars powertrain is still covered for the next two years.

[@yankees29]

The newer Elantra has CVT but the system is chain driven instead of belt driven. Usually the belt will fail. Hopefully the chain will help the CVT last longer.

[@jerbsherb4391]

@@yankees29 This system is chain driven.

[@Bert8686]

@@jerbsherb4391 I had an 06 model along time ago, it was a salvage title cost me 2k and ran for 6 years before finally not being worth fixing. everyone should prob not listen to this guy, prob a ford supporter.

[@chr1s83]

If you have an Elantra, make sure you check for open recalls before it hits 100K. My steering column started rattling at about 110,000 miles, and I don't ever remember seeing the recall. Now I will have to pay hundreds just to replace a little rubber coupler. They did replace 4 coils for free, but I had to go in 3-4 separate times, when they all coulda been done at once. Be sure Hyundai has your correct mailing and email address. Even if you aren't the original owner, the warrantees carry over to you automatically.

[@mariafreitas3468]

Where at can I check recalls

[@mariafreitas3468]

Power steering and engine great my used car is 204373 milage and then I hear this video time to trade ,,, already fixed ac and the starter I'm not so happy with the dealer and me picking this car well I was rushed into getting a car so not many options

[@amitgota]

The recalls do not show up online. My shot block had to be replaced, but no one approached me, saying there was a recall on the engine.Engine was making rattling noise.

[@TheMegaelectronic]

Where was yours manufactured? US or Korea?

[@JDMHaze]

I'm no master mechanic but $12,000 for power steering fixed? I don't think it's more than 1500-$2000 even at a dealership... I feel like you should've done more Research into that,, considering how absurd it sounds as a journalist further investigation was due

[@808mafiawelds7]

I have a 19 Elantra that I drive from Texas to LA. Love it. Spend about $100-150 in gas roundtrip⛽️

[@buixrule]

Now that the pipeline has been hacked you can triple that.

[@crabbyjohn7279]

I have a 2017 and have never had an issue with anything I just do maintenance. The gas mileage is incredible on the open road over 40 mpg and respectable in the city 25 - 30.

[@dougn2350]

I owned a 2016 Elantra sedan 1.8L and the highway mileage was often in mid 40s. I never had a complaint about the gas mileage.

[@johnnguyen0721]

How was the yearly cost on the car?? I’m thinking about getting a 2021 Elantra or were there any long term problems planning to keep the car for a longgg time and need to know if it’s worth it

[@palebeachbum]

@@johnnguyen0721 might want to hold off on that new Elantra. A Hyundai service technician told me the new CVT transmission in Elantra in 2020+ models is already starting to have problems.

[@benhostetter4775]

I have a 2016 Elantra GT with the 2.0L and I get 36-37mpg if not more when I'm driving conservatively (32 ish when I'm driving it rough as I normally do), higher than EPA estimate for sure. Very peppy for a 2.0 too.

[@michelekershaw9077]

And Hyundai Electra 2017 I've had problems when it's cold on the battery is there any complaints on that

[@lucasredford1074]

2018 GT sport here and car shakes a bit going from 1st to 2nd gear and when there is heavy traffic and I’m inching up. Any recommendations?

[@garyeisenzimmer1542]

Is there a in-line out for the Elantra hatchback? For the new 2020

[@gregj1295]

Bought a used 2011 Elantra Limited. Love it, no problems so far. 106,000 miles

[@yoencardella9503]

I own 2011 elantra no problem so far 133,000 miles on it

[@Unknwn_Senpai]

That’s odd, drove a 2013 Elantra for a few years. Light, zippy enough, and handled some wild driving. A truck almost ran me off the road around 40-45mph. The wheels on the right side ended up in the dirt and brush and it was still riding on rails. Solid MPG and no engine or brake noise. Maybe I just had a “good one” but I suppose I’ll find out when I scoop up another in manual this time.

[@ikeeperwet7698]

Nah you definitely have a good one my 2014 has had problems since i bought it with 30k miles its up to 50 now

[@Diogenes-ty9yy]

I bought an Elantra GT 5 door hatchback new in 2013. Yes, there was a power steering problem, but it was the infamous steering coupler, a small rubber/plastic part that costs $18 but requires several hours of labor to replace. My local guy did this and said he does at least 1 per week. The dealer quoted me $100 more ($500 compared to $400) than the local guy and I also found out this problem was present on the Sonatas, but Sonatas were fixed for free by Hyundai and this is a real burn for Elantra owners. Additionally, both sun visors broke the shafts, requiring replacement. A new sun visor was quoted to me as $234 from the dealer (GASP! CHOKE!) and I used eBay to buy 2 used ones as the Elantra GT has no aftermarket visors. The ones I have are from a 2016 and seem to work more easily than the originals. Runs like a champ, just regular fluid changes and maintenance plus a new set of tires, drives like it's on rails, and I'm very pleased. I'm retired and don't drive a lot, the car has only 33K miles after 10 years, and it may outlive me.

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[@coolshipvids]

I have a 17’ with 91k miles( work trips). Just got it back from a deer incident. It runs still runs like a dream!

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

I bought a new Elantra in 2005. Drove it to 98k miles before trading it in on a 2010 versa. Bulletproof. Two sets of tires. One set of brakes. And a $800 timing belt service. These information is just a few yr models. Overall best car for money.

[@bigboss989]

Same as my own

[@mpphotography76]

Where can I find a relay of the folding mirror for this car ?

[@varunpandit4927]

Mine is serving great..no issues so far.it's 2017 1.6 crdi

[@bobfearick2297]

Have a 2019, Elantra se have 14000 mi. on it little over a year, no probs yet. when it`s winter cold sounds like they are all knocking, not ticking for about 5 mins depends on the temp,.when eng. is up to operating temp it sound normal, but wy knock when cold are pistons in backwards, or are they forged like turbo pistons?

[@Itzmochahontas]

Did anything happen to it yet ??

[@samslone9457]

Have had Elantra 2013 and developed ticking noise at 60000 km. Got rid of it soon after. But the amounts that you mentioned to fix things are somewhere in the line of buying a new car, $12000?

[@tool7769]

Had a 2010 Elantra that had 220k on it when I sold it..Car had a cold engine tick from the day I bought it but out side of that never had a issue with it.

[@spongedebfatpants1308]

My 2011 had a tick also. It went away as it was driven. I just traded it in yesterday on a 2015. There's a tick on startup until driven as well.

[@HanxySenojary]

@@spongedebfatpants1308 it will have a every hyundai elantra, this car is bad with engines. tick sound is from piston slap. 90% of hyundai elantra has it. and no1 knows when it will fail sooner or later it will.

[@TheBenpg]

My 13 elentra been amazing so far, had it for 6 years and has almost 200k miles, only replaced the shock struts and changed wheels .drove it all the way to miami from orlando multiple times, had fun with multiple girls in it and still driving perfect, no complaints here

[@user-kr9mi3rp9d]

Dude - 2017-2020 Elantras are an entirely different platform than the 2013.

[@ahmadghosheh3104]

I have my suspicions about this. From the hundreds of thousands sold I got a handful of people who have issues. Well, yeah, it’s a machine and it will either break and/or you get a lemon every now and then. We aren’ talking thousands of complaints. The other thing, what is the service and maintenance history, driving habits, driver’s care and so on? You can take any car and drive it like you stole it, don’t do the required maintenance then go complain the engine broke. As for MPG, gee, don’t get me started. LOL

[@Penelope416]

I can understand why people complained about the engine. Hyundai and Kia were using the Theta 2 GDI engine which caused serious issues on certain models like the Sonata, Sorento, Optima and apparently the Tuscon as well... A $750 million lawsuit settlement was approved to move forward in 2019 because, apparently Hyundai knew of this issue for quite some time and did nothing about it. The GDI caused serious damaging effects to where the engine would catch on fire. But I cannot say that is the majority of Hyundai or Kia cars. Just something to think about. All car makes have recalls or issues but this seemed like a very dangerous issue to me. I can see how something like that would discourage people from buying or holding on to these cars.

[@_DeaN_.]

agreed

[@kristenalmonte1110]

Some people need economical. This car carried me into my rebuilding after going south. I have the 2017 currently. I have experienced one odd engine issue with a coil that was fixed easily.

[@2017_Elantra]

The ticking noise is easily fixed by adjusting valve lash. (The gap between where the rocker arm strikes the valve)

[@kenbalbari3229]

Mostly old news. Hyundai/Kia already paid over $700M in settlement for overstating their fuel economy on 2011-2013 models (especially Accent, Rio, Veloster, Elantra, and Forte). And there are only 6 complaints listed for the power steering problem in 2008, none of which had a repair cost higher than $2,500. The $12,000 number is obviously an error. In general, Hyundai/Kia passenger cars were above average in reliability for 2000-2010, but did have some more problems on select models in the 2011-2014 years, including some big engine recalls. But they seem to be on target again since about 2015. The base engine in the Elantra since 2017, the 147 HP Atkinson MPI engine, seems to be one they are doing well with, and it has been the base engine also in the Kona, Forte, Veloster (though most will opt for the Turbo there), and now starting in 2020 for the Kia Soul, and for the Seltos, a new 2021 Kia model, as well. Maybe too soon to say yet on reliability for the new IVT transmission, introduced with the 2019 Forte, and now being pushed into most of those same models. But reviews have generally been favorable, so far.

[@palebeachbum]

As the owner of a 2018 Elantra with the Atkinson engine, I can tell you they are having problems. Lots of complaints in Hyundai Elantra forum. Engines idling poorly, hesitation, pinging, loss of power, stalling. All symptoms seem to be related to faulty ignition coil packs. At least that is what the OBDII codes indicate. I've heard of countless people stating that even after the coils are replaced, the engine continues throwing codes for faulty coils. It's frustrating a lot of owners, including myself.

[@eleventy-seven]

8million total recalls and counting. Why would I buy one?????

[@Henyz]

Suck that Hyundai gets bad rep I was up 200k miles on my 2011 Elantra, got it used at 125k. Owning it for 2.5 years I had no engine issues or any at all. Best car I’ve owned, It all depends on the driver honestly, I was even able to sell it for 3.5k

[@RomanRevenge101]

I plan to buy one soon what do you do to extend its life ?

[@Henyz]

@@RomanRevenge101 oil changes on time definitely. don’t accelerate hard, don’t red line on rpms. Let it warm up minimum of 1 minute before taking off for a drive on mornings. Any car can last you if you treat it with consideration. Currently have a Hyundai Accent at 140k miles and it’s good commute everyday 60+ miles.

[@1fortheroad1]

2017 elantra LE (Canadian model, one up from lowest end) only 2 issues, thermostat issue at around 12000km and then around 38000km ignition coils was causing plugs to short and had a cylinder misfire. Both issues were known and fixed by the hyundai dealer no problem. Though I do have their top tier warranty with $0 deductible which is great.

[@skateandfingerboard1]

I have had the same ignition coil issues with my SE - 2.0 auto. It's been a good car besides that, as you said, it's a known issue. I really like mine.

[@Levelheads4421]

Same with me and the coil packs! Apparently very common across the threads I’ve read on this year

[@davidnovak9159]

50,000m on a 2018 Hyundai Elantra SE and I believe a 3k-3.5k mile oil change is necessary with the manufacturer's recommended Quaker State oil. 4 000m oil change will show much more debris and isn't good enough for me especially during hot months. Great channel.

[@Sean_from_the_heights]

I’m hearing pending on what years but after 80,000 miles with the Hyundais they tend to burn through so much oil… can anyone confirm any info about this?

[@jamesraymond3057]

Biggest issues with the 2017 elantras; ignition coils causing engine misfires. Door handle mechanisms (they recently bumped the warranty to ten years unlimited miles), and the crappy absorbent glass mat battery that requires a costly replacement after three years. Otherwise its a great car

[@wisdomfiawornu1816]

How did you solve your issues with the ignition

[@jonrub7129]

@@wisdomfiawornu1816 just changing them out RIP

[@PunkinLPN]

I just replaced the ignition coil this week on my 2017... Coast over $400

[@WeisserAllan]

I have drive a 2013 Elantra AT 1.8 and a 2018 1.6 MT and I have to say that they both are amazing cars to have, one time I had to change neumatics only for renovating and minor things that are related to the normal use than a complain for something specific. I absolutely recommend Elantra cars

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[@Ghotra121]

My 2019 Elantra GT is nearly done 78000 kms, still running good.

[@luisa.j2557]

I have a 2017 Elantra SE with a milage of 96055, I change my battery at 60000. At my tune up around 90000 i change my spark plugs with a high quality spark plugs and it gives me a 41 to 46 miles(FWY)with cruse control from SF to Los Angeles. I have to change my brakes at 95000, so far no big issue. Excessive miles is due because of Uber

[@562sela9]

I have a elantra se 2018 an had it for 2 years now an with already 55k+ miles I haven’t had one single problem yet. It all depends on the owner an how well they take care of the vehicle

[@Cabezon76]

I have 2017 Elantra with 128000 miles, ultra reliable with the 2.0 engine. But it does use oil (1 qt every 2000 miles) and the paint peeled in chunks on one spot on the roof.

[@MrJerry8159]

I know my opinion is with my car only but after 9 years, all I did was replace the crankshaft position sensor myself for 26.00 oem. Mileage averages only 23-24 in town though but with only driving 4600 miles a year that is not a big deal. But I did spend 1000.00 to further soundproof it which is a negative but otherwise am very happy with it.

[@nicolasrenderos2967]

I have poor car mileage Hyundai Elantra 2013 20 MPG maintenance ok, any suggestions?

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[@Cezer_215]

I just got a 2018, I got it at 33,000 miles it’s now at 34,000. The car fax said it was in one accident wit no major problems but bumps and bruises but they fixed everything looks beautiful. I’m the second owner and the car runs like a champ. So far the only suspicious thing is when I switch to sport mode and the engine sounds like the idle is high or even if I like accelerate to speed up a little to pass by someone, and that’s in any drive mode. I don’t know if that’s normal but it’s sounds kinda cool I hope it’s just the great pipes or somthing and not the idle or anything els for that matter. But other than that there’s no complaints great car👌🏾

[@anonam9733]

psure its not idle if ur passing someone

[@BBK81788]

I have the 2008 Elantra best car I've ever had. No problems

[@BBK81788]

@Sister Mary Clements that's all I've ever done was regular maintenance. I recently sold it so I hope it works good for the other person like it did me

[@gb9243]

I've had 7 Elantra's in the last few yrs for business...2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019 model yrs. All have had batteries go out just before warranty expires. $250 to replace. 16's I've run until 140,000 miles and they've been very reliable. we'll see about the newer models. My '17 has 67,000 and has developed a passenger side mirror issue where the mirror will not move in and out but will go up and down. Have to investigate. For the money, these have been very good car's and would not hesitate to buy again. I buy lease return vehicles with low miles and a certified warranty, and only had a few things go wrong. A HUGE factor in repairs is how you drive. These are not high performance engines and I find far too many drivers accelerate hard, follow too close and brake hard. Slow down, you're not going anywhere that you need to drive a 4 cylinder that fast. Don't bother responding with your excuses since there simply are no valid ones why anyone would drive this way. if you want your car to last, take cart of it and quit racing from traffic light to traffic light. You look really stupid. I mean really stupid.

[@itzl5838]

My 14 has some issues but as a mechanic something's I just ignore if it's not affecting anything In a negative way why fix it. Does have valve chatter but I have discovered why the tolerances are 100k off on some of the valves but I'm not taking the whole head off to fix some minor shatter.

[@cm-dc4jx]

Wow is so good to see the encouraging comments about the 2013 Elantra which i just got on the dealer because it was my last option, i hope it lasts it got 133k miles. Is a 4 years debt :(

[@epbassin5834]

I have 261k on mine never had a problem

[@lipglossontheblunt]

4 year debt for a 10 yr old car is horrible

[@ziosyns]

@@epbassin5834how often do you do maintenance on it?

[@simonpickup5097]

My 2013 Elantra now has 95,000 miles+ on the clock and nothing has gone wrong. Not a single breakdown. It has been the most reliable car I have ever owned. One data point for your viewers.

[@computervision1141]

I’m planning to buy an used 2013 Elantra. What is your suggestion for me?

[@lesmoore3638]

12k to fix power steering?

[@ispilloil]

Thank you so much for showing this website. I looked up my car on it (2012 Chevy Sonic) and, of course, my car was the worst year for the models

[@amitgota]

At around 80,000 km my engine started making a ticking noise in the short block had to be replaced that was replaced for free but there was ancillary expenses with the Dealer Charles for around 1100. The brakes make a grinding noise and it went off twice within one and a half years even though my quarter kilometres driven was less than 10,000 km.

[@prepsolar787]

I have a 2019 model its my daily driver and I have not had any issues runs smoothly in highway I get 47mpg at 65 miles. it has 35.000 miles on it and I change the oil every 5,000 miles and every 10,000 I change air filter and ac air filter. its a perfect reliable car before my 2019 I had a 2013 model that I past on to my son he still has it and has not have any issues with it

[@bobfearick2297]

Sorry, forgot gas mileage on the 2013 base Elantra automatic trans was 2 to 3 m.p.g. below what they said on the window sticker

[@OgSauce23]

My 18 Limited is still going strong with 26k miles I done a few things here and there to it but still better than what I hear

[@rammadonn3237]

I'm having serious engine issues where the car will loose power and all functions shut down and I have to stop the vehicle put in park then push to start again my vehicle is a 2017 Hyundai elantra gls

[@beatricerodriguez1213]

Just traded my 2010 Elantra in for a 2017 today. I bought her (2010) 12yrs ago and ALL SHE HAD was 42 miles on her literally 42 miles.. I traded he in after adding 185,348 miles & I will tell you now, I didn't ALWAYS treat her good. The Point is that she NEVER LET ME DOWN. I am a SINGLE MOTHER 100% RESPONSIBLE for ALL THE HOUSEHOLD BILLS & it took 11 years and LITERALLY 170,000 miles before I BEGAN to actually FEEL THE DENT OF MAINTENANCE COSTS . if I had Bill Gates; Steve Jobs & Marc Zuckerberg's back accounts all at once, the Hyundai Sedans would WAYS BE A 1ST CHOICE PURCHASE followed VERY CLOSELY by the TOYOTA FAMILY

[@Bobmcjoepants]

I have a 2018 and the only thing its needed is oil And an idle pulley And a steering wheel bearing And an engine coil And I just got it back with a new short block But aside from that, it's worked well

[@johnfranklin5277]

My Experience has been absolutely fantastic. I bought a 2017 Elantra new, loaded with both the popular, and Tech packages in June of 2016. I have a little over 100.000 miles on it now. It has required 0 repairs!, and has had 0 issues! Everything on the car is original except tires, and 1 battery. Even the brake pads were inspected, again, and still im told they don't need replacement yet. Been driving 48 years, have bought 8 brand new cars. This is the only one to go 100.000 miles, and have no problems whatsoever. Gas mileage is good, i always get 37 38 on the freeway doing 80 , and it gets around 39 40 at 70 mph. I bought a new K5 GT LINE with premium package in May of 2021, love it. But kept the Elantra for my 80 miles round trip to work. Also, the Elantra uses no oil. At 4000 miles, when i change the oil, it still right at the full mark. AMAZING LITTLE CAR.

[@ms.dvinelyblessed]

My 2018 is making a motorcycle sound after I start it. And my brakes and motors don’t last longer than 1 month

[@caseysales523]

I have a 2012 Elantra. It already reached more than500k kms. I only change the timing belt 3x and replace oil and brake pads regularly which is typical of any car. No unexpected problem whatsoever. I think people who are complaining are weak creatures. They only use the car and don't care. Since the 70s, I have never had any problems with any car. That goes to show that if you are a car guy, no reports would occur to you.

[@ArnavSingh-gx3zh]

I have 2017 Elantra till 1,30,000 ku it was running good. But now I can the engine light beeping while driving

[@javiercruz4738]

I have a 2017 Elantra se at 40,000 miles and my few problems have been the tires, popping very soon around 10k miles, my lights are just starting to need a change, and some compartments aren’t very durable and not to mention the parts are still high. I should’ve saved and bought a decent used car.

[@1selfmademon]

I was interested in buying a 2017 is it worth it?

[@dnzgarage]

I don’t even like Hyundai but you cannot seriously expect anyone to believe these cars will cost 12,000$ to repair for power steering… that’s ridiculous

[@colfchan]

I’m at 188971 on my 2017 as I’m typing this. The closest it’s been to a shop is discount tire. Yes I’ve done thing to it coil packs, shocks etc. but it’s been excellent for what it is. I drive a lot and bought it used 4 years ago at 47k

[@cmorales228]

2018 elantra now reads 155350 only thing replaced are brakes and aluminum rotors heat up and warp soon to replace are shocks and timing chain and gas pump and starter

[@jdmnismo7]

I have an 03 elantra gt with 137,000, still runs well and low mileage for the year too. Very good car and 20 bucks to fill tank

[@colbybrown4085]

I love my ‘15 SE. I think Gen 5 (11-16) models are the best Elantra’s they made. Style value roominess. After I’m done with this one.. I’ll be hunting down a ‘14 Elantra Coupe. Korean built models are far more better built than the American one’s. Not a knock on anyone in America or who builds them... just IMHO a vehicle is better built from where they originate from.

[@Levelheads4421]

My 2017 is crapping out at 75k miles. Replacing all coil packs and some other issues have cost me nearly $1000 over a few months. I don’t trust this car and getting rid of it asap.

[@jamesconway4821]

We all know that everyone drives their car differently and there are different road conditions and environments. However I can tell you I own a 2018 Hyundai Elantra the very first thing that went wrong with mine in fact it was wrong with mine from the very moment I bought it was the tires. Hyundai uses Nexen Tires and for me they were crap two of the tires split internally before the car even reached 8000 Miles. As a result I was getting as you would imagine a horrible ride the more I drove the car and got closer to 8000 Miles and I had the tires rotated at 5000. However after rotation the problem got even worse to the point where I had to replace the tires with Goodyear Advantage all season rated for 80,000 miles. The plus side to this is my gas mileage instantly got better plus what I thought was a power steering issue went away and the whole car handles much better in steering and ride in fact before I change the tires I honestly thought I had a lemon and after changing the tires I was actually getting better gas mileage than the Hyundai listed mph estimates I was averaging 35 City and 40 or above Highway. However once I started to reach approximately 13000 plus miles I noticed my gas mileage going down again and then my battery went out not having enough power to crank the vehicle no warning one day it worked the next it didn't I was however only three months shy of 5 years so I guess that's pretty good for a battery to last. I just wish it would have given me some kind of warning. I tried to recharge the battery but it would not take a charge and was forced to replace it with an ACDelco AGM battery came with a 3-year warranty with slightly higher cranking amps then the OEM Hyundai solstice battery. Then I noticed the car performing better than it ever had before I know it sounds crazy but the car now shifts so much more smoother and has much more pep energy being able to achieve acceleration much quicker and smoother also it has no problem now going uphill while at the same time I noticed my gas mileage being back to an above the MPG estimate now I'm getting 38 miles City and 42 to 45 miles per gallon Highway. The only thing I can make sense of from what I read up on and researched is the harder the alternator has to work will affect the whole ride of the vehicle and also affect the gas mileage. Because the computer is able to operate at Optimal factory setting Performance and does not have to put the extra energy into charging the battery drawing power from the alternator working overtime. and this could be the reason why so many people are having problems with their MPG. I also noticed that when I switched over to putting pure synthetic Quaker State 5w 20 oil in the car I no longer have a ticking sound and the engine runs a lot smoother. I stopped taking it to the dealership to have oil changes because they were using the cheapest oil possible and they wanted to charge me over $220 even though I'm supposed to have free oil changes because I paid for it when I bought the car. You can get Quaker State synthetic Gold Label 5-quart oil at Walmart for twenty bucks. noticed an instant change in the way the engine sounded it annoyed me when I bought the car that it had a ticking sound but I was told that was normal for the Elantra. However since I have switched to the synthetic Quaker State 5w 20 oil which is also recommended in the owner's manual and underneath the hood of the engine via a sticker placement the car no longer makes the ticking sound and the engine runs noticeably much more smoother. And quieter. So this may also be the reason why so many people are having problems with a ticking sound probably because they're using conventional oil instead of the recommended synthetic Quaker State 5w 20. One more helpful tip make sure that your coolant level is all the way up to the full line when the engine is hot or fully warmed up do not try to remove the radiator coolant cap check the level looking through the clear Reservoir and check to make sure the level is all the way up to the full line. So that it's at the full line when the car is fully warmed up will ensure that the engine runs at best performance. Believe it or not this can also affect your gas mileage if the coolant is too low. I was very upset with Hyundai dealership because they insisted that it should actually be below the full line to allow for expansion and contraction. However when I insisted that they fill it to the full line I noticed a huge difference not only the engine temperature but again the smoothness of the engine. It is also extremely important to make sure that they are using the dark green engine coolant either OEM or made for Asian vehicles make sure that they do not mix colors like orange with green or blue and green this can create a sludge and cause the coolant system or engine to overheat hope this information helps someone out there that drives a 2018 Hyundai Elantra.

[@adolfmohr8676]

Complaint of ‘engine ticking’? It’s direct injection. It’s supposed to tick.

[@LabriaHart]

The engine not supposed to tick. But normally that might mean you need to get a damn tune up. Wth. 😂

[@brandonlin6126]

@@LabriaHart My 2020 hyundai tucsons engine ticked from the day we test drove it on the lot. That's just a weird side effect of GDI engines 🤣🤣🤣

[@toughntiny]

Yep the 2017 saved my life twice. What a terrible car.

[@palsnewfoundlandchannel3589]

If it saved your life isn't that a good thing?

[@henryd1981]

I'm not too surprised that the 2011-2016 Elantras had a poor customer satisfaction rating of 1/5 (Far Below Average) from Consumer Reports. However, this video neglected to show that for the following model years 2017-2019, customer satisfaction was rated higher at 3/5 (Average).

[@luisalbertoarteagatovar1984]

Mine what I found is that my engine oil smell like gasoline and the engine got stuck doesn’t crank at all

[@TonyCanones]

The number of complaints per year is not meaningful if the number of cars on the road for that model year is not provided.

[@StormyBoi]

My 2017's engine just cracked after 5 years of normal, well maintained usage.

[@bobg3221]

I have a 2013 Elantra and with 150000 on her and it gets me point a to point b

[@epbassin5834]

I’m at 262000 miles on my 2013 Elantra I bought it brand new only ever had to do basic maintenance besides fixing the clicking in the steering wheel

[@devkiwi9100]

Just bought a 2018 Hyundai Elantra it’s got 46,012 miles. And I’m loving it very reliable and good on gas.

[@joeb2588]

I have a 2018 2.0 manual transmission. 107k. Changed one wheel bearing. That's it. Car runs like new. I take very good care of it. 4k synthetic 5w30 oil changes. Car is great. I get over 45mpg.

[@bouncingsoul777]

2012 Elantra owner here with 92,000 miles on it. I have not had any of the problems mentioned in this video. HOWEVER, the car has needed to have the alternator replaced, its AC compressor replaced, and the throttle body needed a good cleaning due to idle getting rough. I've put AC compressors in three different Hyundai's between working on family and friends vehicles....not sure what the deal is with Hyundai AC compressors

[@stevenweiss2148]

Bought a 2013 Hyundai Elantra Limited W/ the technology package that includes navigation. This vehicle was not safe because when I was traveling on the Florida turnpike the pull to the right shoulder was to excessive . It just refused to hold a straight line. The hyundai dealer performed 2 alignments one at no charge and one I payed out of pocket. No steering improvement . At the end of 2015 I traded it in with an excellent deal on a leftover 2015 Hyundai Sonata Sport 2.0 Turbo.

[@David-ce2ed]

Engine issues with my 2017 Elantra. It's currently in the shop for the second time with engine problems. Might need a new engine this time around.

[@PizzaDave802]

My wife loves her 18 Elantra. I've done regular maintenance but nothing else and it's got 135k not easy miles here in Vermont either 🙃.

[@alvarodias68]

2008 Elantra 280,000 and still going strong.

[@williampennjr.4448]

I have a 2014 Elantra that I am super happy with it, but whenever the roads are wet and I have to stop suddenly the breaks grinds and pedal wobbles momentarily. I also dont like how they put the gas filter under the back seats so you have to remove them just to change the filter. but on the good side, I've gone 30k miles without having to change any part of the exhaust system or change the brake pads, which in not the case with the Honda civic, Nissan Sentra and Mercury Tracers I've owned.

[@ManjeetKaur-cj9cz]

hii hows this car i sm also going to buy 2014 elantra everyone is scaring me it gives alot me hanical issues, they said honda toyota is good

[@williampennjr.4448]

@@ManjeetKaur-cj9cz Best car I've owned. Better than Honda or Nissan.

[@Mollygirl75]

@@ManjeetKaur-cj9cz I have a 2014 Elantra Limited that I absolutely love. I have had the car for only 1 & 1/2 years and the only issue I have had is the steering seemed to want to mildly stick a little when turning the wheel (even slightly) but that seems to have corrected itself somehow. My husband just put new struts on it because the car was a little rough with dips as it's over 130k miles on it and had the original struts. The 2014 Elantra model is rated better than the years prior and even a year or so after it so I think it's a great car.

[@Mollygirl75]

Also, I just remembered, I had to replace the battery and it was over $100.

[@Jorge-125]

So I just recently got a 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT sport (manual transmission) with 30k miles and I was driving it around today when I noticed a problem. When I put it in first gear I sometimes feel a resistance as if it doesn't want to go into 1st gear. I also own a Ford Focus ST and it rarely has that problem, but it does occur rarely. Anyone else have this problem?

[@georgeparker555]

I've owned a lot of different manual transmission cars (mazdaspeed3, g35, civic si etc.) And all of those cars had resistance when trying to put the car in 1st gear and the car was coming to a stop or still moving. I think it's just a normal characteristic that happens to most vehicles.

[@palebeachbum]

I've experienced that with every manual transmission vehicle I've ever driven. I was always under the impression you're not supposed to downshift into 1st until you come to a stop because of that issue.

[@4orrcountry]

@@palebeachbum BINGO PBB!

[@camshaftshaft2711]

A lot of the engine ticking starts at the higher mileage because it’s a GDI engine ! That means the fuel injectors spray the fuel into the cylinder directly ! So the intake valves don’t get fuel flowing over them to clean them and carbon builds up! Every oil change or every other oil change before for doing that oil change spray a can of intake valve cleaner follow the directions on the can and most of the ticking noise goes away! Mine just turned 100,000 kms and it just started ticking so I sprayed a can of CRC turbo and intake valve cleaner and sure enough the ticking stopped ! Sprayed a can into my 2017 Hyundai at 65,000 kms and haven’t had any ticks at all 👍 I own 2 Hyundai accents 2016 2017 ! My problem with these cars is they eat tires! Need a new set every 40,000 kms and there is no adjustment for alignment!

[@caddydaddy84]

We all need to understand that no matter the car, the people who never do maintenance complain constantly. I have a 2017 hyundai elantra. Bought it used. Got all maintenance up to date. Went on road trip. Made sure to run cruise control at speed limit. Got 41 mpg. Way above the epa estimate. Got 41 mpg consistently. So brother, stop believing people who drive cars into the ground and don't believe in maintenance

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[@vinmangob8555]

Interesting, I have a 2013 with 223000 km,s on it, and get 700 km's per tank, mostly highway driving so I am not complaining. Run's like new and uses no oil at all.

[@PremKumar-nn5eq]

Same here, I own a 2013 with 203200 kms on it, and every full tank gives me ~600kms of gas mileage. No major mechanical problems, still runs like the day it was bought. Had to replace front bearings and 4 brakes after 4 yrs of ownership.

[@spudskie3907]

2002 Elantra with over 260,000 miles. Love it!

[@SilverWatcher.]

I own 2017 limited elantra it's bomb proof. Almost 150hp 5 seater, backup camera, turn signal warnings. It gets Hella good mileage. I owned a 2008 hatchback accent 13 k drove it for 13 years. Thats 1k a year. The 2017 elantra was 32k. 😊

[@hittrewweuy7595]

My Elantra is the best car I’ve had , I don’t know what the hell this guy is talking about and really $12k for steering fix ? BS 👎

[@MatthewLwin]

This is true. My wife had a 2013 and at one point her car started turning off while driving. Also avg'd around 25 mpg I thought it was her bad driving but guess I was wrong 😂

[@bobg3221]

Crank shaft position sensor replace it and your good to go mine did the same thing and fixed it

[@jasmines5677]

My car did that once. I needed oil. After that no issue

[@fartunali4123]

I just got 2022 and I am Having same problem

[@nicolasrenderos2967]

​@@bobg3221does it fix the poor mileage?

[@LannnR]

Hey im sitting around 220k in my 2010 elentra so can't complain

[@marykay8587]

I have a 2010 too but at 150 k /km, that'll all change tho with a trip across Canada and back tho

[@devonvictor3210]

I have a 2016 Elantra GT I bought new in November 2015, never had any issue with it. Just one set of Tires and a battery. I have really enjoyed it, I would buy it again if I had the choice.

[@pokedude104]

I think one thing a lot of people miss is that Hyundai markets SPECIFICALLY to people who don't care about cars or care what they drive, they just want a cheap car to get in and go to work everyday without ever maintaining it. Yeah, its no Honda or Toyota in terms of reliability, but the kind of people who drive these are the kind to skip or forget oil changes, don't even know their transmission has fluid, let alone that it needs to be changed and often they're filthy, full of rust, underinflated tires... Just generally not well looked after. Any brand car will suffer from that kind of abuse. My friend has an 07 pushing 200,000KM and the worst problem it has is rust because after 14 years of it being outside in Canada its just impossible to avoid.

[@mashrurmobin3112]

Misleading. Shoes newer Elantra but keeps talking about older model issues. Came here to see issues with 2018+ due to thumbnail

[@gpsacme]

I wonder how every car starts giving problem after 60k miles or 100k kms. Also, why manufacturers state changing transmission oil at 94k kms. Is it related to when the warranty is about to expire, so let the car fail and let the buyer pay for repairs instead of company paying for it under warranty. This is a carefully thought design and service time-line as to how to get more money from customers while still abiding to government regulations of providing warranties. Its like silently exploiting the general public.