Recalls ·2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe

2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe; the most frequently affected component is service brakes, hydraulic — control unit/module. Owners filed 79 complaints, most often about service brakes. 1 recall carries a do-not-drive or park-outside warning. Among the 3 model years of this model in the database, 2013 ranks #1 for number of recalls.

Recalls1
Complaints79
Do-not-drive / park-outside1
Crashes reported4in stored complaints
Fires reported7in stored complaints

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Recalls (1)

Service brakes, hydraulic — Control unit/moduleCampaign 23V651000 · 22 Sep 2023

Park outside — fire risk

Problem: 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.

Remedy: 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.

What owners complain about

Share of the 79 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Service brakes25 · 32%
Engine20 · 25%
Electrical system13 · 16%
Air bags12 · 15%
Unknown or other11 · 14%
Steering11 · 14%
Hydraulic9 · 11%
Power train6 · 8%

When complaints were filed

202423
202532
202624

From owner complaints

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled and lost motive power. The contact stated that the vehicle was restarted. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with piston failure. The contact was informed that…

Engine · Dec 2024 · NHTSA complaint record

My engine is ticking. The auto shop told me that my motor is shot and the same thing happened to my sons car. We both have the same car same year. There has been a law suit for this issue.

Power train · Oct 2024 · NHTSA complaint record

Vehicle Issue Description for NHTSA Complaint: Component/System Failure: The engine of my 2013 Hyundai Elantra (VIN: [insert VIN]) completely failed at 51,000 miles. The alternator also failed and had to be replaced. There was a persistent smell of gasoline inside and outside the vehicle, creating a fire hazard. All…

Electrical system · Mar 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

1. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The brake hydraulic system failed due to a rusted and leaking brake line running from the front to the rear of the vehicle. The damaged brake line is still on the vehicle and is available for inspection upon request.…

Service brakes · Jan 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

20131
20141
20151

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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