1995 Hyundai Elantra
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 0 |
| 1991 | 0 |
| 1992 | 29 |
| 1993 | 24 |
| 1994 | 78 |
| 1995 | 112 |
| 1996 | 100 |
| 1997 | 115 |
| 1998 | 55 |
| 1999 | 128 |
| 2000 | 197 |
| 2001 | 315 |
| 2002 | 342 |
| 2003 | 234 |
| 2004 | 182 |
| 2005 | 137 |
| 2006 | 155 |
| 2007 | 266 |
| 2008 | 314 |
| 2009 | 252 |
| 2010 | 379 |
| 2011 | 432 |
| 2012 | 651 |
| 2013 | 1312 |
| 2014 | 382 |
| 2015 | 261 |
| 2016 | 292 |
| 2017 | 766 |
| 2018 | 281 |
| 2019 | 249 |
| 2020 | 250 |
| 2021 | 130 |
| 2022 | 100 |
| 2023 | 97 |
| 2024 | 53 |
| 2025 | 22 |
| 2026 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
32% of complaints: air bags — 36 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal and sensor/control module.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S AIR BAG DURING TWO ACCIDENTS, RESULTING IN INJURIES. *SKD
NHTSA ODI report, 19950615
WAS HIT IN THE FRONT END BY OTHER DRIVER AT 70 MILES PER HOUR AND DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950411
THE AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHT STAYED ON WHILE TRAVELING. DEALER WAS CONTACTED.*AK PH *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20030616
20% of complaints: electrical system — 22 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator and fuses and circuit breakers.
CRASH FIRE19% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 21 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and gasoline.
FIRE17% of complaints: power train — 19 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and manual transmission.
Show complaint excerpts
WHEN I PRESSED DOWN ON THE CLUTCH IN ORDER TO SHIFT, THE CLUTCH PEDAL BRACKET BROKE OFF. I AM NOW UNABLE TO USE THE CLUTCH.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20030610
14% of complaints: service brakes — 16 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG WAS IMPROPERLY ASSEMBLED AND COULD CAUSE THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE FROM INCREASED ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE AIR BAG ASSEMBLY WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR TO DETERMINE IF IT CONTAINS A TERMINAL HOLDER. IF IT DOES NOT, ONE WILL BE INSTALLED.
Campaign 95V101000 — check if this car was fixed
SCISSOR JACK FAILURE
REAR SUSPENSION FAILURE
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1995 Hyundai Elantra — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (36 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (22 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (21 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 95V101000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1995 Hyundai Elantra reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Hyundai Elantra is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Hyundai Elantra?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Hyundai Elantra have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.