2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes, Hydraulic (6) · Steering (1) · Latches/Locks/Linkages (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/Module 2023-09-22 · campaign 23V651000 · 1,649,478 vehicles ⚠ PARK OUTSIDE
Defect: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
Service bulletins (23)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Back Over Prevention: Warnings 2026-10-15 · 26-GI-004H · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some hyundai vehicles may be equipped with a parking distance warning (pdw) sensor(s) that may trigger various dtcs and display warning messages on the instrument cluster, resulting in the pdw sensor(s) failing to detect nearby objects or triggering multiple false alarms. this condition may be a res
Engine 2026-10-08 · 26-EM-016H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. this bulletin outlines the combustion chamber cleaning procedure for vehicles diagnosed with this condition. all internal combustion engines consume some engine oil during normal operatio
Engine 2026-10-07 · 26-EM-015H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
certain vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. this bulletin provides the inspection and repair procedures for vehicles exhibiting this condition. all internal combustion engines consume engine oil as part of normal engine operatio
Air Bags 2026-08-26 · 26-BE-022H DCS · Warranty Program/Extension
the warranty coverage for the clock spring has been extended to 15 years with unlimited mileage from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use. refer to the warranty and service parts information outlined in this bulletin whenever clock spring replacement is required.
Air Bags 2026-08-25 · 26-BE-022H DN · Warranty Program/Extension
the warranty coverage for the clock spring has been extended to 15 years with unlimited mileage from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use for original & subsequent owners.
Air Bags 2026-08-25 · 26-BE-022H TSB · Warranty Program/Extension
the warranty coverage for the clock spring has been extended to 15 years with unlimited mileage from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use. refer to the warranty and service parts information outlined in this bulletin whenever clock spring replacement is required.
Showing the 6 most recent of 23 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2025-03-21 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 168,202 mi“the contact owns a 2013 hyundai elantra coupe. the contact stated while driving 20 mph, the vehicle lost motive power. the contact pulled over to the right side of the road to wait for assistance from a local tow company to have the vehicle towed back to the residence. the contact disconnected the battery terminals to prevent a fire. the vehicle wa…”
2025-01-30 · Engine And Engine Cooling · 26,000 mi“the contact owns a 2013 hyundai elantra coupe. the contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated. the contact noticed an abnormal exhaust odor. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that there was a fuel leak. the vehicle was repaired. the contact stated that af…”
2024-05-02 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic“the contact owns a 2013 hyundai elantra coupe. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 23v651000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. the local dealer was contacted. the contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the…”
2024-01-25 · Steering · 113,000 mi“the contact owns a 2013 hyundai elantra coupe. the contact stated that the vehicle was difficult to start and made abnormal sounds. while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was running rough and shaking. the contact stated that the steering wheel was making an abnormal clicking sound while turning left and right. there was an abnormal burning a…”
2024-01-12 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic“the contact owns a 2013 hyundai elantra coupe. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 23v651000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. an unknown local dealer was contacted. the contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repa…”
2024-01-05 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic“the contact owns a 2013 hyundai elantra coupe. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 23v651000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. the local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available. the contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded …”
2024-01-04 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic“the contact owns a 2013 hyundai elantra coupe. the contact stated that the brakes failed to operate upon depression of the brake pedal, with the abs warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was diagnosed with a defective abs module. the contact then received notification of nhtsa campaign number:…”
2024-01-02 · Latches/Locks/Linkages · 120,000 mi“the contact owns a 2013 hyundai elantra coupe. the contact stated that the trunk locking mechanism had failed. the contact stated that while attempting to use the key fob to unlock the trunk, the contact heard a sound as if the locking mechanism was activating however, the trunk failed to open as designed. the contact had not taken the vehicle to a…”
2023-12-27 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic“the contact owns a 2013 hyundai elantra coupe. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 23v651000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. the contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was not made aware…”
2023-11-09 · Engine · 160,000 mi“the contact owns a 2013 hyundai elantra coupe. the contact stated while driving 30 mph, the contact heard an abnormal sound and became aware that the vehicle had lost motive power. the check engine warning light was illuminated. the vehicle had not been diagnosed by an independent mechanic or dealer. the vehicle had not been repaired by an independ…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.