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2012 Hyundai Elantra recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2012 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 5
Park-it warnings: 1
Complaints: 675
Latest campaign: Sep 22, 2023

Recall summary by component5

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Park‑it	Latest	Campaign IDs
Service brakes, hydraulic	1	1	Sep 22, 2023	23V651000
Equipment	1	–	Jul 2, 2020	20V393000
Electronic stability control (ESC)	1	–	Dec 23, 2015	15V871000
Structure	1	–	Jun 10, 2014	14V310000
Air bags	1	–	Apr 1, 2013	13V115000

Safety recalls5

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

1Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Sep 22, 2023Latest campaign


Sep 22, 202323V651000	Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip control unit/module An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. Park outside, away from structures DetailsHide details for campaign 23V651000 What's wrong Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving. Risk An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. Remedy Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251. Filed under Elantra Campaign NHTSA 23V651000 · Sep 22, 2023
Jul 2, 202020V393000	Equipment: electrical An overheated accessory outlet increases the risk of fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 20V393000 What's wrong Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Hyundai Elantra and Sonata Hybrid, 2012 Accent and Veloster vehicles. The 12V accessory socket outlet may have been over-tightened during installation, possibly disabling the thermal fuse and allowing the outlet to overheat with prolonged use, such as by using the Tire Mobility Kit air compressor to inflate a tire. Risk An overheated accessory outlet increases the risk of fire. Remedy Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Tire Mobility Kit accessory outlet plug with a direct-to-battery connection wire harness kit, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 193. Filed under Elantra Campaign NHTSA 20V393000 · Jul 2, 2020
Dec 23, 201515V871000	Electronic stability control (ESC) If the one or more of the brakes are inappropriately applied, control of the vehicle may be lost, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 15V871000 What's wrong Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Elantra vehicles manufactured October 29, 2010, to October 25, 2011. Due to an electronic stability control (ESC) sensor malfunction, the brakes for one or more wheels may be applied unexpectedly and the engine power may be reduced. These symptoms will be accompanied by illumination of the ESC indicator lamp in the instrument cluster. Risk If the one or more of the brakes are inappropriately applied, control of the vehicle may be lost, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will verify the proper operation of the ESC sensors, and update the ESC system's calibration, free of charge. The recall began June 6, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 137. Filed under Elantra Campaign NHTSA 15V871000 · Dec 23, 2015
Jun 10, 201414V310000	Structure: frame and members If the headliner support bracket makes contact with an occupant during a crash, it may cause a laceration injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V310000 What's wrong Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Elantra Touring vehicles manufactured December 15, 2009, through May 7, 2012. The affected vehicles have a support bracket attached to the headliner that may become displaced during a side curtain airbag deployment. Risk If the headliner support bracket makes contact with an occupant during a crash, it may cause a laceration injury. 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. Filed under Elantra Touring Campaign NHTSA 14V310000 · Jun 10, 2014
Apr 1, 201313V115000	Air bags: side/window If the headliner support bracket makes contact with an occupant during a crash, it may cause a laceration injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 13V115000 What's wrong Hyundai Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Elantra vehicles manufactured from November 12, 2010, through March 5, 2013. A support bracket attached to the headliner may become displaced during a side curtain airbag deployment. Risk If the headliner support bracket makes contact with an occupant during a crash, it may cause a laceration injury. Remedy Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will apply adhesive strips to the headliner, free of charge. The safety recall began during April 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 109. Filed under Elantra Campaign NHTSA 13V115000 · Apr 1, 2013

Merged from NHTSA model names: Elantra, Elantra Touring. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Hyundai recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component675

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

675Complaints filed

49Involving a crash

12Involving a fire

47Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Engine	140	21	3	7	4
Electrical system	129	19	4	1	3
Air bags	128	19	27	0	30
Service brakes	98	15	8	3	7
Steering	90	13	9	0	5
Unknown or other	68	10	4	0	0
Suspension	51	8	0	0	0
Electronic stability control (ESC)	44	7	8	0	4
Power train	43	6	0	1	1
Hydraulic	40	6	0	3	0
Vehicle speed control	27	4	4	0	5
Wheels	19	3	1	0	0
Exterior lighting	18	3	0	0	0
Tires	18	3	0	1	0
Structure	17	3	2	2	1

12 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names Elantra, Elantra Touring.

Latest reports

Service brakes
“Rear metal brake line is heavily corroded and leaking. Failed approaching intersection and had to use emergency brake to avoid crash.”
Filed 09/28/2026 · ODI 11767324
Engine
“The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The check engine warning light illuminated after the failure.”
Filed 08/20/2026 · ODI 11758279
Service brakes
“The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the brake pedal felt spongy while depressed.”
Filed 08/03/2026 · ODI 11754439

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2012 Hyundai Elantra recall questions

How many recalls does the 2012 Hyundai Elantra have?

NHTSA lists 5 safety recall campaigns for the 2012 Hyundai Elantra. The most recent, 23V651000 (reported September 22, 2023), concerns service brakes, hydraulic. 1 campaign carries a park-it or park-outside warning. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2012 Hyundai Elantra?

Engine is the most-reported component, named in 140 complaints out of 675 filed with NHTSA (21%). Across all complaints, owners reported 49 crashs and 12 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2012 Hyundai Elantra?

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Recall summary by component5

Safety recalls5

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip control unit/module

Equipment: electrical

Electronic stability control (ESC)

Structure: frame and members

Air bags: side/window