2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring vs 2011 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 Hyundai Elantra Touring | 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 32 | 29 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 39 | 43 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26 | 26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 75,000 mi | 55,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Elantra Touring | Hyundai Elantra Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 11 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 4 |
| Power Train | 2 | 4 |
| Engine | 1 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 1 |
| Tires | 3 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring
2011 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.