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2005 Hyundai Elantra repairs by problem area
Engine (40%)
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 230 repairs.
2005 Hyundai Elantra suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (38%)
$100 - $499 (34%)
< $100 (28%)
Chart based on 32 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. |
| 276447 mi US $394 |
After very hard braking to avoid hitting a dog on rough pavement the R/F control arm failed allowing the wheel to roll back against the wheel well. This required towing. It was found that rust had weakened the control arm and it failed under pressure. The other side was inspected and is OK. The R/F control arm was 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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