2009 Honda Fit vs 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Honda Fit | 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 287 | 32 |
| Recall campaigns | 11 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 54 | 39 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 23 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 29–31 | 26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 60,800 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Fit | Hyundai Elantra Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 104 | 8 |
| Steering | 46 | 11 |
| Power Train | 33 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 23 | 4 |
| Visibility | 17 | 0 |
| Structure | 14 | 2 |
| Tires | 12 | 3 |
| Engine | 13 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 14 | 0 |
| Stalling | 13 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 10 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 6 |
2009 Honda Fit
2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.