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Expensive Hyundai Elantra Touring repairs by problem area
Engine (23%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)
Brakes and Traction Control (19%)
Suspension and Steering (31%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (4%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)
Other (4%)
Chart based on 26 repairs.
Hyundai Elantra Touring repair cost distribution
$2500+ (19%)
$1000 - $2499 (81%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (0%)
< $100 (0%)
Chart based on 16 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring 4dr Wagon
138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 61938 mi C $1700 |
replaced rusted out Brake lines. |
| 52700 mi C $1500 |
Dealer claimed abrupt clutch failure was due to wear. I do not believe them; this is my 3rd standard car, and the 626 and Rav4 made it well into 200,000km before requiring clutch work. There were no signs of clutch wear. Defect? Beware! |
| 66960 mi C $100 |
Replaced battery |
| 81000 mi C $600 |
Described as front axle - issue was CV joints. Total price was $1,100 but that included oil change, replacement of all brake pads, and headlights. |
| 99200 mi C $300 |
brakes, not clear |
| 37000 mi US $1350 |
clutch totally worn out. |
| 68000 mi US $350 |
Car undercarriage was rattling at speeds under 30 mph, or on rough roads. |
| 108700 mi US $1400 |
Replaced clutch |
| 125000 mi US $1380 |
Shocks replaced, front and rear. I noticed nothing wrong. But the mechanic to whom I took the car advised within thirty minutes of dropping it off that they (the front only) were shot and needed to be replaced. Radiator cap leaking fluid |
| 167000 mi US $165 |
Interior driver's door handle gearing broke. |
| 178600 mi US $1600 |
Replaced worn rear shocks. |
| 183000 mi US $550 |
Driver's side front power window made a cracking noise, then quit working. Dealer replaced the regulator. |
| 198000 mi US $3200 |
Transmission replaced. |
| 17980 mi C $100 |
Left and right front stabilizer bar ushings replaced. |
| 29540 mi C $900 |
Front Link Assembly replaced at 46,512km. The same part was previously replaced around 20,000km under warranty. |
| 32320 mi C $1000 |
Immobiliser replaced again. Still not 100% functional. |
| 31220 mi C $1800 |
Repaired with a scrap yard engine at a local garage for C$1800 including tax. The "new to me" engine supposedly had 52k on it. (Highly recommend Booth St Auto in Ottawa). |
| 43400 mi C $10000 |
Rear springs..x2. Back shocks x2 4 brake pads. Oil change.. Coil spring damaged left rear shock.. |
2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring 4dr Wagon
138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 80440 mi C $1300 |
arms and bushings |
| 117180 mi C $200 |
bushings |
| 71920 mi C $1000 |
Replace rotors/pads front and back |
| 86800 mi C $600 |
Replaced belt. Check for non-start situations (unable to resolve) |
2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring 4dr Wagon
138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 14880 mi C $325 |
Not really a cosmetic issue. Chronic fuel door non-release (unlocks, but a thin object such as a key is required to open door). Lubricated by dealer, the problem persists but only manifests itself on an occasional basis. |
| 33480 mi C $1139 |
Shattered front driver's-side inner fender sleeve due to -30 degrees. Consequent exposure of internal front bumper surface along bottom of wheel well resulted in accumulation of compacted snow/ice at that corner, cracking bumper bottom. Shattered front driver's-side inner fender sleeve due to -30 degrees. Consequent exposure of internal front bumper surface along bottom of wheel well resulted in accumulation of compacted snow/ice at that corner, cracking bumper bottom. |
| 59520 mi C $240 |
Rear suspension knuckle (broken sleeve), |
| 96100 mi C $400 |
Front, passenger-side top plate was replaced due to a design flaw in the materials used, resulting in corrosion and incessant noise. The rear, passenger-side lower suspension knuckle bushing was replaced due to its cracked sleeve, which was making noise. Furthermore, a refrigerant top-up (12 fluid oz.) was required for the a/c (the only maintenance required to this system since purchasing the vehicle new) in order to bring its performance back up to specs. Total cost of parts and labor: $400 CAD. |
| 86000 mi US $1000 |
3 broken engine mounts. |
| 169000 mi US $150 |
Hand brake |
2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring 4dr Wagon
138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 46500 mi C $175 |
Battery was no longer holding charge |
| 248000 mi C $2500 |
Brake line |
| 104000 mi US $1600 |
electronic power steering control unit went out. Intermittantly had issues with ESP and ESC lights coming on during driving |
| 39060 mi C $2300 |
U joint replacement Replaced all 4 brakes, pads and rotors |
| 54560 mi C $1200 |
parking brake cables completely rusted. had to replace entire assemblies + cables |
| 86000 mi US $150 |
OEM Master power window switch was becoming intermittent on the three non driver windows. A used master switch was obtained from ebay. Passenger side window only goes down with the "new" switch but will not go up any longer. |
| 148000 mi US $1117 |
Replaced both lower control arms and front axles |
| 60140 mi C $700 |
Suspension leeking |
| 66400 mi C $1000 |
leaking oil in the rear suspension |
2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring 4dr Wagon
141-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 80000 mi US $1000 |
Had to replace transmission. It was slam shifting from 2nd to 3rd. |
| 92380 mi C $220 |
took car in for safety inspection - failed bad tie rods and worn breaks (est. repair cost $1100) breaks passed after i requested to see ware. 1 week delay for parts 2hr repair. excessive noise right front - noise was present at time of safety inspection, dealer said could not hear noise. (i am a refrigeration Mech.) I know noise so i took the car to an independent garage. |
| 105400 mi C $140 |
transmission sensor failing |
| 59200 mi US $1000 |
Replaced transmission |
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