1994 Hyundai Elantra Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 1994 Hyundai Elantra has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 76 complaints with NHTSA, including 21 crashes, 2 fires, 16 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (33 reports).

2Recalls
76Owner complaints
21Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Elantra?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1994 Hyundai Elantra recalls

Air Bags:Frontal

Recall 95V101May 24, 199514,651 vehicles affected

Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator

Recall 94V090May 11, 1994600 vehicles affected

Most common 1994 Hyundai Elantra problems

Problem areas named in the 76 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags33
Electrical System20
Power Train10
Engine And Engine Cooling9
Structure7
Service Brakes, Hydraulic6
Exterior Lighting5
Steering4
Visibility3
Seat Belts2

What owners report

2002-09-10, Air Bags
WHILE DRIVING AT 40MPH ON A DOWNWARD INCLINE AND WITH NO WARNING AIR BAGS DEPLOYED FOR NO REASON, DISTRACTING CONSUMER'S VIEW, AND CAUSING CONSUMER TO PULL OVER. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK
2001-11-28, Air Bags
DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON DASHBOARD. CONSUMER TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC, AND HE HAD TO RESET MODULAR . DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM. THERE WAS A CAMPAIGN BULLETIN FOR AIR BAGS; BUT, THIS VEHICLE NOT INCLUDED DUE TO VIN.*AK
2001-08-20, Electrical System
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK
2001-07-11, Power Train
SHIFTING TO REVERSE; METAL SOUND SCRAPING GROUND. *AK
2001-03-08, Seats
WHILE BEING HIT FROM BEHIND DRIVER SEATBACK FAILED BACKWARDS, CAUSING INJURY TO CONSUMER'S BACK. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORDMATION.*AK

1994 Hyundai Elantra questions

Does the 1994 Hyundai Elantra have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1994 Hyundai Elantra: Air Bags:Frontal; Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1994 Hyundai Elantra?

Based on 76 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (33), Electrical System (20), Power Train (10).

How do I check if a recall on my 1994 Hyundai Elantra has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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