2003 Hyundai Elantra Hyundai Elantra 2003

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2003 Hyundai Elantra repairs by problem area

Engine (37%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)

Brakes and Traction Control (15%)

Suspension and Steering (15%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (10%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (5%)

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2003 Hyundai Elantra body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (10%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (10%)

< $100 (80%)

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Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Hyundai Elantra

Engine not specified

52000 mi Driver side rear door handle cracked and partially gone but still functional. Not replaced at time of loss. 
36000 mi

US $1400
tire dwell panel needs to be replaced 

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2003 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Sedan

135-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

95900 mi

US $200
Oxidation and loss of clearcoat on roof. Sanded, primed, and repainted with VIN matched paint. 
5000 mi Replaced mirror due to wind-noise. Warranty repair, no cost. 
49700 mi driver's side door trim replaced --developed cracks 

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2003 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Sedan

135-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

65000 mi needed paint (oxidized) 

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2003 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Hatch

135-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

6000 mi Shift knob replaced. (Peeling) 
58000 mi Passenger vanity mirror cover replaced (broke). 
73160 mi

C $50
investigating standing water in spare tire well and hatch wheel well. Re-applied hatch seal with silicone. 
C $25 Found leak in body panel seam above hatch. Added rocker guard paint over seam gap. 

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2003 Hyundai Elantra Body Problems

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