2009
Hyundai
Elantra
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138 hp @ 6000 rpm
Horsepower
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
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Performance
Engineered for the perfect balance of power and efficiency
138 hp
Horsepower
136 ft-lb
Torque
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
5-speed
Transmission
Efficient
Advanced engineering for optimal fuel economy
Fuel TypeGasoline
Combined Efficiency6.4 - 8.9 L/100 km
Fuel Capacity53.0 L
Interior
Thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality
5
Seating
688 L
Cargo
1,105 mm
Front Legroom
927 mm
Rear Legroom
Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Convenience
Keyless Entry
Power Windows
Power Door Locks
Seating
Lumbar Support
Technology
Advanced connectivity and intelligent features
AM/FM Stereo
Steering Controls
Safety
Comprehensive protection for you and your passengers
Airbags
Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Front Side Airbags
Stability
ABS Brakes
Monitoring
Security
Security System
Child Safety Locks
Dimensions
Carefully crafted proportions for optimal space and style
Length
14 ft8.6"
4.49m
Width
5 ft9.5"
1.77m
Height
4 ft11.8"
1.52m
Wheelbase
8 ft10.3"
2.7m
Gallery
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Colors
Express yourself.
Regatta Blue
#20305E
Quicksilver
#E1E1E1
Natural Khaki
#A8AEAA
Apple Red Pearl
#740706
Black Pearl
#000000
Carbon Gray
#474747
Purple Rain
#6B4570
Trim Levels
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Safety Reports
277 complaints reported to NHTSA
277
Total Reports
28
Crashes
24
Injuries
10
Fires
Most Common Issues
STEERING
139
AIR BAGS
50
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
27
SERVICE BRAKES
27
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
21
ENGINE
14
Recent Reports
ODI #11695102
Oct 22, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Taylor Hyundai of Findlay FAILED too complete these recalls. X3 times !
Incident: Jan 1, 2025VIN: KMHDU46DX9U***
ODI #11682757
Aug 25, 2025
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Got in the car to come home put the key in ignition turned it and battery was dead went to turn off and something popped and cloud of smoke started rolling out from underneath the hood once hood was up the smoke got stronger from behind the motor the battery we had to get the battery unplugged and pulled out to get the electricity out the vehicle because of the battery being dead but sill plugged up at the time it would continue smoking more and more and thicker thicker so My husband pulled the battery out immediately as doing so we both inhaled some smoke but we was more concerned about it catching on fire so we pulled through it . We are confused on how or why this happened nothing has broke or went wrong with my vehicle but serpentine belt brake and tire ware my mother had car inspected and service back in May nothing was said that there is or will be wrong with my car. We had no idea that there was anything wrong no warning lights no signs of any problems up to this incident.
Incident: Aug 24, 2025VIN: KMHDU46D19U***
ODI #11661164
May 15, 2025
Crash
SEAT BELTS
During a car accident yesterday. Upon impact at about 30 mph the seatbelt ripped and provided no deceleration during a head on collision. If it wasn’t for the airbag I would have been very seriously injured. It has not yet been inspected by insurance but I have a few videos of the failure for the seatbelt to work.
Incident: May 14, 2025VIN: KMHDC86E79U***
ODI #11624328
Nov 9, 2024
STEERING
About 3 years ago the EPS light came on. Brought it to the dealer who said it needed 3500.00 dollars worth of work to replace the steering column. Refused the work and they reset the light. Now after checking i see this was part of a recall 127 . My car was checked and stamped fine so out of luck. Car works good for 3 years now it is doing it again. Just driving straight down the road and power steering stops working, then starts working. Right now steering is fine and the PS light is on all the time. Any help would be appreciated. Car only has 120,000 miles and is in great shape except forthe steering.
Incident: Nov 6, 2024VIN: KMHDU46D49U***
ODI #11622643
Oct 30, 2024
STEERING
I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD MY EPS LIGHT CAME ON AND POWER STEERING STOPPED WORKING. THAT IT INDICATES A PLROBLEM WITH THE VEHICLE'S POWER STEERING SYSTEM. I HAVE SHARCHED AND READ THAT THERE WAS A RECALL. ON MY 209 HYUNDIA ELANTRA BUT WHEN I VIN IT SAYS NO OPEN RECALLS. DOES THIS MEAN IT HAS BEEN FIXED BEFORE OR IS MINE NOT COVERED UNDER ECALL. MY VIN IS [XXX] ANY HELP WOULD BE HELPFUL. I AM A DISABLED MAN. THAT THIS IS MY ONLY CAR TO TAKE CARE OF MINE AND MY DISABLED SON NEEDS. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Incident: Oct 20, 2024VIN: KMHDU46D89U***
ODI #11619495
Oct 12, 2024
STRUCTURE
I previously brought my car in for a recall in 2014 for underbody corrosion and it was repaired; however, now there has been severe corrosion of the underbody, not just the components listed in the recall but nearly the whole underbody is severly rusted and corroded (see pictures below). My mother was driving my car in July 2024 when the rear subframe completely snapped near the control arm while she was driving. Luckily she did not get injured or hurt, but it could have been potentially fatal especially with this happening. I reported this to Hyundai Motor America and towed my car to the dealership. The dealership has submitted a goodwill request to cover the repairs of the recall not the other ones; however, I raised a potential oversight for the previous recall whereby the corrosion of other components not explicitly named in the campaign such as the sway bars and backing plates which could also directly impact the vehicle’s structural integrity and safety if corroded. The omission of ALL of the components that would be subject to corrosion in the recall campaign could have been an oversight and the recall should have covered all critical underbody components prone to corrosion, not just the ones explicitly listed in the recall. Other parts corrosion are a direct consequence of the same environmental factors that led to the corrosion of the subframe and control arms. Since these components are interconnected, and since Hyundai has acknowledged the issue with the crossmember corrosion through the recall, it stands to reason that the other components’ damage should also be addressed as part of the overall remedy. These additional parts would have been exposed to the same environmental factors (e.g., road salt, moisture) that caused the other components to corrode. Since Hyundai acknowledges that these environmental factors led to corrosion in the subframe and control arms, it stands that the other components would also be affected too.
Incident: Jul 29, 2024VIN: KMHDU46D09U***
ODI #11617601
Oct 1, 2024
1 injured
AIR BAGS
I backed into my driveway, placed the vehicle in park and as I was setting the parking break the drivers side airbag deployed. The vehicle was still running.
Incident: Oct 1, 2024VIN: KMHDC86E29U***
ODI #11617075
Sep 29, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The radio turns on and off in its own heat blows threw the vent when heater is off abs lock showed not working when inspection then showed as it was working air bag light always on none of the dash board lights work lock buttons work when it wants to
Incident: Aug 22, 2024VIN: KMHDC86E29U***
Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are submitted by vehicle owners and may not represent verified defects.
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