2012 Honda Fit vs 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Honda Fit | 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 113 | 22 |
| Recall campaigns | 11 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 44 | 46 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 29–31 | 26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 50,500 mi | 29,750 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Fit | Hyundai Elantra Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 41 | 4 |
| Steering | 16 | 2 |
| Power Train | 14 | 3 |
| Engine | 12 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 3 |
| Suspension | 3 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
2012 Honda Fit
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.