MYRModel Year Report

2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring

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2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:26:31.105Z

Only 22 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 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Hyundai Elantra Touring Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2012 highlighted. 2008: 1 complaints 2008 2009: 32 complaints 2009 2010: 73 complaints 2010 2011: 29 complaints 2011 2012: 22 complaints 2012 2013: 16 complaints 2013
2012: 22 complaints
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YearComplaints
20081
200932
201073
201129
201222
201316

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 22 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

6 of 22 total reports mention: suspension.

AIR BAGS

4 of 22 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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I WAS HIT FROM BEHIND BY AT SUPER DUTY FORD 250 GOING APPROX 50 MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130904

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 HYUNDAI ELANTRA TOURING. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH THROUGH AN INTERSECTION, A VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE PASSENGER'S SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20121217

THE DASHBOARD SRS AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT WENT ON YESTERDAY AND REMAINED ON AS LONG AS MY VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. AFTER TURNING OFF THE ENGINE, THE WARNING LIGHT DID NOT TURN ON AGAIN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190107

POWER TRAIN

3 of 22 total reports mention: power train.

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THE POWER TRAIN DOES NOT SHIFT AT TIMES, STICKS IN 3RD GEAR, POPS IN AND OUT WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 30 AND 35 MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180215

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 22 total reports mention: electrical system.

WHEELS

2 of 22 total reports mention: wheels.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 20131204 — RQ (closed 20140624)

Headliner Bracket Detachment

R 20140728 — structure

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Elantra Touring vehicles manufactured December 15, 2009, through May 7, 2012.

Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will apply adhesive strips to the headliner, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2014. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 117.

Campaign 14V310000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 14V310000 (structure) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring 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 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.