2013 Hyundai Elantra GT
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2013: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 26 |
| 2018 | 51 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 8 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
2 of 5 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing driver clockspring/spiral cassette.
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The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the horn became inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-15
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT. The contact stated that the air bags warning light was illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-05-22
Steering
1 of 5 total reports mentions: steering.
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The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an abnormal clicking sound coming from the steering wheel.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-26
Service brakes
1 of 5 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Engine
1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine.
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The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the electronic traction stability warning light illuminated. The contact stated the vehicle was losing forward momentum.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-05-29
Electronic stability control (esc)
1 of 5 total reports mentions: electronic stability control (esc).
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2013 Hyundai Elantra GT — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.