| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
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%)
Chart based on 229 repairs.
2005 Hyundai Elantra other repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (15%)
$500 - $999 (8%)
$100 - $499 (15%)
< $100 (62%)
Chart based on 13 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Sedan
138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 22000 mi | In early 2008, the driver seat came loose at floor. It is a recall problem. They fixed it, and now a few months later, it is doing it again. I will try again to fix. |
2005 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Sedan
138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 92000 mi US $20 |
Driver front window came off track. Took door apart and re-glued tab back to glass with two part epoxy. |
| 110000 mi US $250 |
The misaligned headlights were re-aimed. |
| 60000 mi | Driver door window came off track. Dealer fixed, but problem re-occurred within two days. |
| 62000 mi C $1550 |
Driver's power window operating slowly, lugging, stopping. Warranty will replace window track and hardware (but motor is OK) |
| 53000 mi US $1000 |
had to replace washer fluid container, |
2005 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Hatch
138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 75900 mi | Lug nut stripped while in shop getting a tire rotation. Could not drive car home reliably. Got shop to replace lug nut. |
| 102000 mi US $220 |
Interior Driver's door handle ceased working which at the repair shop. They denied responsibility. Cable diagnosed as issue at a second repair shop. Replaced cable. |
2005 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Hatch
138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 17000 mi US $76 |
replaced hatch struts. oil change |
| 245000 mi US $80 |
Hydraulic lift arms x 2. rats infested the glove box while I was on deployment! |
| 60000 mi | Driver's side seatbelt wouldn't retract. Second time in history of car. |
| 203360 mi | Suspected exhaust gas leak at manifold or exhaust system. After extensive investigation it was found to be perished rubbers in floor which was allowing exhaust gas to enter cabin. Rubbers sealed and problem solved. Nil cost, good customer PR |
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