2012 Hyundai Elantra vs 2013 Hyundai Elantra
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | 2013 Hyundai Elantra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 652 | 1,313 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 119 | 154 |
| Investigations | 4 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 47 | 93 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 31 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 32 | 31–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 64,235 mi | 50,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Elantra | Hyundai Elantra |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 139 | 233 |
| Steering | 88 | 271 |
| Air Bags | 124 | 168 |
| Electrical System | 126 | 155 |
| Service Brakes | 59 | 164 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 40 | 115 |
| Suspension | 45 | 99 |
| Power Train | 40 | 57 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 77 | 93 |
| Won’t start | 50 | 27 |
| Stalling | 34 | 65 |
| Clunking / rattling | 29 | 75 |
| Check engine light | 14 | 36 |
| Hesitation / surging | 14 | 17 |
| Vibration / shaking | 13 | 47 |
| Rust / corrosion | 11 | 23 |
2012 Hyundai Elantra
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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.