2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring vs 2012 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 Hyundai Elantra Touring | 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 73 | 22 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 37 | 46 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26 | 26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 54,390 mi | 29,750 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Elantra Touring | Hyundai Elantra Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 37 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 4 |
| Suspension | 4 | 6 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 9 | 0 |
| Tires | 4 | 2 |
| Wheels | 4 | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 7 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring
2012 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.