2005 Hyundai Elantra Hyundai Elantra 2005

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2005 Hyundai Elantra repairs by problem area

Engine (41%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (15%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (15%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (5%)

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2005 Hyundai Elantra body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (10%)

$500 - $999 (10%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (80%)

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2005 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Sedan

138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

16 mi Replaced colour defective interior door trim piece at delivery of the Elantra. 

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2005 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Sedan

138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

75200 mi Multiple sites of paint blister and rust appearance. 
62000 mi

C $1550
Rubber on steering wheel decaying and "chipping" off 

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2005 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Hatch

138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

24000 mi Warranty work to fix finnicky power mirrors, loose driver's seat and a loose interior trim panel. 
45000 mi Original steering wheel vinyl deterioration. Replaced under warranty. Original steering wheel vinyl deterioration. Replaced under warranty. 
57000 mi

US $10
Passenger side vanity mirror separated from visor. Epoxied it back into place. Passenger side vanity mirror separated from visor. Epoxied it back into place. 
110800 mi

US $6
Rubber seal on antenna was worn, replaced with part from Hyundai dealer. 

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2005 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Hatch

138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

60000 mi Crack around rear lock.  Cover on front lights turning opaque.  
62000 mi

US $5
All trim on the inside of the hatchback is coming off. It covers the electrical systems etc. First piece broke off years ago. Multiple shops have said they would order it etc. Last shop said parts not available. Used duct tape to fix.  

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2005 Hyundai Elantra Body Problems

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