2012 Hyundai Elantra Hyundai Elantra 2012

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2012 Hyundai Elantra repairs by problem area

Engine (26%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (12%)

Other (6%)

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2012 Hyundai Elantra brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (20%)

$500 - $999 (10%)

$100 - $499 (20%)

< $100 (50%)

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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.

2012 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Sedan

148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

96100 mi

C $400
Replaced rear brakes and rotors 
96863 mi

US $618
Replaced front brake pads and serviced front rotors. 
42160 mi

C $350
rear calipers seized for non use since I do mostly highways, braking is rare. 
130200 mi

C $1000
seized calipers in the back 
54000 mi blower motor squeaking, was told they could not replicate it 
2800 mi Brake sensor was replaced, as it was causing ECS system to trigger when not needed. 
33700 mi Noticed brakes were sticking on in rear, causing reduced fuel mileage and increased rolling resistance. Dealer determined rear brake calipers were seized and faulty. Replaced under warranty. 
93000 mi

US $1033
Rear brake calipers were seized and leaking again. Replaced with remanufactured calipers and OEM pads. 
96000 mi

US $70
Replacement left rear caliper was visibly corroding and had seized after a month or so. Parts warranty covered cost of new caliper, owner only paid labor. 

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2012 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Sedan

148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD

263000 mi

US $85
replaced rear rotors and pads 

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