2010 Audi A3 vs 2010 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 | 2010 Audi A3 | 2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 50 | 73 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 808 | 37 |
| Investigations | 4 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–32 | 26 |
| Median reported mileage | 49,556 mi | 54,390 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A3 | Hyundai Elantra Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 0 | 37 |
| Air Bags | 13 | 6 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 13 | 0 |
| Power Train | 11 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 10 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 0 | 9 |
| Engine | 4 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 12 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 5 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 7 |
2010 Audi A3
2010 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.