2008 Hyundai Elantra Hyundai Elantra 2008

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2008 Hyundai Elantra repairs by problem area

Engine (21%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (15%)

Suspension and Steering (22%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (9%)

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2008 Hyundai Elantra body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (100%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Sedan

138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

4200 mi 1.Sunroof leaking 2.Added one quart of oil that was lost from an oil leak. 3.Engine clattering and idle at 1500rpm with miss while wet conditions 4. Strong smell of fuel/exhaust smoke/CEL on 5. Loosing coolant 
19000 mi The console padded top between the two front seats has a crack in it. The dealer says, to bad, not covered by warranty. The dealer stated he has had several complaints about this problem.  
21000 mi they replaced the console cover also - under warranty. 
62700 mi

US $32
Driver's side sun visor broke. Would not stay in up position. Replaced with a used part. 
4960 mi Clearcoat issues on trunklid.. resolved by repainting trunklid.. warranty fix. 

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2008 Hyundai Elantra Body Problems

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