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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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Chart based on 229 repairs.
2005 Hyundai Elantra suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (39%)
$100 - $499 (32%)
< $100 (29%)
Chart based on 31 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
| 115500 mi US $90 |
Power steering high pressure line starting to wet and saw 2 or 3 drops in the engine compartment. bought the part and replaced it . Of course, also had to flush the system. It uses ATF-3. |
| 127000 mi US $553 |
While in shop for new clutch, decided to have front struts replaced (coil over) before it was put together (a job I otherwise planned to do myself but have limited time). Cost about $400. in addition to the $553.08 for clutch. |
| 268000 mi US $400 |
Rear struts (coil over) replaced, also replaced plugs and wires in engine. |
| 208000 mi US $400 |
Broken left front coil spring. Replaced both front struts/springs. Cost includes the alignment at a local shop. |
| 250000 mi US $40 |
While doing brakes, noticed the left outer tie rod had play - replaced. |
| 77500 mi | Original Sway bar front left link worn out. Maintenance items like air filter, spark plugs, oil change, rear brakes... |
| 140000 mi US $500 |
Tie-rod ends were replaced. Front left strut seal leaking Replaced both front struts |
| 28520 mi | Steering knuckle located just after the firewall replaced. Was causing steering clunk. Replaced and eliminated the problem. |
2005 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Sedan
138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 168640 mi | All shocks needed replacing. |
| 88000 mi US $800 |
worn tie-rod end |
| 160000 mi | Replace both front wheel bearing due to grinding sound coming from passenger side. |
| 128000 mi | Tie rod boot cracked. Tie rod itself is fine. |
| 42000 mi | Wheel cylinder leaking, replaced. |
| 108300 mi US $300 |
Steering makes loud whinny sounds |
| 54000 mi US $360 |
Replace sway bar links front and rear. |
| 94000 mi US $140 |
power steering hose failed |
| 110000 mi US $735 |
replaced struts to all 4 wheels. Rusted through. |
| 131000 mi US $650 |
replaced the rear struts, they were leaking. |
| 111260 mi C $250 |
front wheel bearing and hub wornout |
| 136400 mi C $800 |
Rack and pinion loose. Needed replacement |
| 155000 mi C $500 |
Front and rear bearings replaced. |
| 161200 mi C $800 |
Front tie rod and boots |
2005 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Hatch
138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 137000 mi US $177 |
Power steering pump replaced. Making a whine noise. |
| 170700 mi US $426 |
Steering pump was source of grinding noise. Replaced. |
| 113000 mi US $350 |
Notified ball joint was about to tear out. Shop replaced driver's front control arm, ball joint, and end link. Notified rear sway bar was "clunking around." For performance, I am going to upgrade to a larger sway bar once I have a new part. |
2005 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Hatch
138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 265000 mi US $860 |
Rear struts. |
| 180000 mi | Struts |
| 127700 mi US $500 |
Struts needed replacement as well as sway bar end links |
| 104300 mi US $500 |
I had an accident and had to repair the lower control arms, replace left front tire, replace lower control arm. |
| 169600 mi US $350 |
Front passenger wheel bearing and rotor were replaced. Excessive dirt and rust |
| 189300 mi | Passenger front wheel bearing had to be replaced. Replacement in August 2012 had to be repeated. Was charged 1/2 price |
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