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2013 Hyundai Elantra recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2013 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component4
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns | Park‑it |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 2 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | – |
| Air bags | 1 | – |
Safety recalls4
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Sep 22, 202323V651000 | Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip control unit/moduleAn engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. Park outside, away from structures DetailsHide details for campaign 23V651000
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| Nov 30, 201717V769000 | Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkagesIf the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate… DetailsHide details for campaign 17V769000
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| Aug 2, 201616V574000 | Exterior lighting: brake lights switchIf the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate… DetailsHide details for campaign 16V574000
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| Apr 1, 201313V115000 | Air bags: side/windowIf the headliner support bracket makes contact with an occupant during a crash, it may cause a laceration injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 13V115000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: Elantra, Elantra Coupe. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
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Owner complaints by component1,335
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 284 | 21 |
| Steering | 272 | 20 |
| Engine | 236 | 18 |
| Air bags | 171 | 13 |
| Electrical system | 155 | 12 |
| Unknown or other | 128 | 10 |
| Hydraulic | 117 | 9 |
| Suspension | 99 | 7 |
| Wheels | 81 | 6 |
| Exterior lighting | 73 | 5 |
| Power train | 57 | 4 |
| Tires | 57 | 4 |
| Structure | 51 | 4 |
| Vehicle speed control | 50 | 4 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 47 | 4 |
17 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 GT.
Latest reports
- Service brakes
“The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine failed to turn over, with several unknown warning lights illuminated.”
- Air bags
“Drivers air bag high resistance too high (2nd stage) B149000- PODS(passenger occupant detecting system) sensor (Bladder) Defect Start with replacing the clock spring assembly maybe be other problems.”
- Unknown or other
“UNKNOWN There is no incident happened.”
Other Hyundai Elantra model years
- 20174 recalls794 complaints
- 20162 recalls300 complaints
- 20153 recalls263 complaints
- 20142 recalls396 complaints
- 20134 recalls1,345 complaints
- 20125 recalls675 complaints
- 20118 recalls462 complaints
- 20104 recalls455 complaints
- 20094 recalls286 complaints
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2013 Hyundai Elantra recall questions
How many recalls does the 2013 Hyundai Elantra have?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2013 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 are the 2013 Hyundai Elantra recalls for?
The largest group is service brakes, hydraulic, with 2 campaigns. Others: exterior lighting (1), air bags (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2013 Hyundai Elantra?
Service brakes is the most-reported component, named in 284 complaints out of 1,335 filed with NHTSA (21%). Across all complaints, owners reported 95 crashs and 31 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2013 Hyundai Elantra?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Hyundai recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Hyundai dealer.
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