CarRecallWatchThe 2001 Hyundai Elantra has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 315 complaints with NHTSA, including 71 crashes, 4 fires, 59 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (125 reports).
2001 Hyundai Elantra recalls
Most common 2001 Hyundai Elantra problems
Problem areas named in the 315 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 125 |
| Suspension | 86 |
| Structure | 28 |
| Steering | 24 |
| Electrical System | 21 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 21 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 20 |
| Visibility | 19 |
| Power Train | 16 |
| Exterior Lighting | 11 |
What owners report
ELECTRICAL ISSUES WITH POWER LOCKS. THE VEHICLE OVERALL IS UNSAFE DUE TO THE PROGRESSIVE MOTOR, ELECTRICAL, AND COMPLEX ISSUES EFFECTING THE BASIC USAGE OF MY CAR.
THE AIR BAG LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON AND OFF WHILE IN MOTION..
ALL 4 BRAKES STARTED TO RANDOMLY LOCK UP. I WAS DRIVING AND HAD TO RUN IT ALMOST A 1/2 MILE FOR A SHOULDER TO PULL OVER AT. UPON STOPPING, THE BRAKES WERE SMOKING ALL AROUND THE CAR AND THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE ACTUALLY CAUGHT FLAME. I'M GUESSING BRAKE BOOSTER IS THE CAUSE. ALSO FRONT CONTROL ARMS ARE ALMOST RUSTED THROUGH. THE CARS BEEN WELL MAINTAINED AND HAS AROUND 185,000 MILES ON IT. HAS VALVE COVER LEAK INTO SPARK PLUG PORT ON CYLINDER 3 AND HAS A VERY WEAK CLUTCH THAT SOMETIMES SLIPS.
ALL FOUR WINDOWS STOPPED FUNCTIONING AT ONCE. RESEARCHED THIS PROBLEM AND IT IS EXTREMELY COMMON. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY PROBLEM IN CASE WINDOWS ARE NEEDED TO ESCAPE FROM VEHICLE DUE TO ACCIDENT. THE TEMPERATURE OF VEHICLE CAN ALSO EXCEED SAFE DEGREE DUE TO WINDOWS NOT OPENING. NO WARNING WAS GIVEN BEFORE ALL WINDOWS CEASED TO FUNCTION. STARTED VEHICLE AND WINDOWS WOULD NOT WORK FROM ANY CONTROL. HAD TO TAKE MOTHER TO DOCTOR FOR HEAT EXHAUSTION FROM EXCESSIVE TEMPERATURES BUILDING UP IN CAR.
TAKATA RECALL. THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS ILLUMINATED ON DASH. THE VEHICLE HAS NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT YET THE LIGHT IS ON. NOT SURE IF AIRBAGS WILL WORK IF AN ACCIDENT EVER DOES OCCUR. CANNOT HAVE FULL COVERAGE INSURANCE BECAUSE AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON. VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY WHEN LIGHT CAME ON. UNKNOWN WHY THIS FAILURE OCCURED.
2001 Hyundai Elantra questions
Does the 2001 Hyundai Elantra have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2001 Hyundai Elantra: Suspension:Front:Control Arm; Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module-Inactive; Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module-Inactive; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Hyundai Elantra?
Based on 315 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (125), Suspension (86), Structure (28).
How do I check if a recall on my 2001 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.