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1995 Hyundai Elantra problems

The most common problem on the 1995 Hyundai Elantra is airbags. It has fewer complaints than a typical Elantra model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
112
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
16
Worst area
Airbags
Fuel economy
21-22mpg

The worst 1995 Hyundai Elantra problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Problems by type

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Specific symptoms reported on the 1995 Hyundai Elantra

Airbag light 16No deployment 14Transmission failure 9Fire or smoke 5

Recalls 1

Air bags: frontalReported May 24, 1995 · 14,651 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The driver's side air bag was improperly assembled and could cause the air bag warning light to illuminate from increased electrical resistance.
Risk
An increase in the electrical resistance might prevent the air bag from activating during a vehicle crash.
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.

Recall number 95V101000 · Recall details

See all 1 recalls for the 1995 Hyundai Elantra

Defect investigations

Rear suspension failureOpened November 22, 1996, still open

Odi has received complaints pertaining to rear suspension problems.additional information is needed to fully understand the nature and circumstances of the canadian recall.furthermore, this investigation is opened to evaluate hyundai's rational for not conducting a safety recall campaign to include the unite states population.

SQ96017

Scissor jack failureOpened December 9, 1995, closed March 21, 1996

There is no summary currently available

PE95060

Technical service bulletins for the 1995 Hyundai Elantra 16

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 16 bulletins for the 1995 Hyundai Elantra

1995 Hyundai Elantra fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
1.6L 4‑cylFWD192722
1.8L 4‑cylFWD18-192621-22

What 1995 Hyundai Elantra owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Feb 12, 2004 · Visibility · NC

Seeking assistance to resolve a claim that was denied by the virginia department of transportation. Claim involves request to seek aid in getting a cracked windshield repaired which was a result of a rock hitting the windshield. *ph

Filed Jul 3, 2003 · Airbags · PA

The air bag indicator light stayed on while traveling. Dealer was contacted.*ak ph

Filed Jun 10, 2003 · Transmission · 103,000 miles · PA

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.

Filed Nov 6, 2002 · Suspension · NY

Consumer state while traveling 10 MPH without any indication front end of vehicle drop to the ground vehicle started smoking. Vehicle was towed to body shop technician notice axle and chassi had broken. Dealer has been contacted please provide further information. Mr

Filed May 3, 2002 · Airbags · VA

Airbag light has come on. Dealer has not inspected vehicle.

Filed Mar 7, 2002 · Transmission · TX

While traveling on the highway and without prior warning, vehicle went into neutral. Dealership was aware of problem.*ak consumer states that while driving and pushing the gas pedal down a little to accelerate, the engine revved but the car didn?t go anywhere, consumer let off the gas pedal immediately and the engine revved to idle, hit the gas again and the transmission finally shifted to a forward gear. Consumer replaced the second transmission but the problem still exists.

Filed Jan 24, 2002 · Airbags · VA

Air bag warning light remains illuminated, indicating a malfunction within the system. Dealer replaced air bag module. Please give any further details.

Filed Nov 20, 2001 · Transmission · MO

Transmission is losing speed and revs highly. It jerks before it goes back to normal driving conditions. Transmission was replaced two times before because it was leaking. This is possibly the third time that transmission nees to be replaced. Dealers and other mechanics have not explained reasons for ongoing problems.

Filed Oct 25, 2001 · Transmission · CA

While traveling at 30-35 MPH transmission went out, and vehicle started to lock up and skid across the street.

Filed Sep 10, 2001 · Locks · WI

The rear doors do not want to open and/or unlock at times. They stick . To get open (if you can) you must push in and lift up. Very unsafe would not beable to open from inside either. Car has never been in an accident.

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Questions about the 1995 Hyundai Elantra

Is the 1995 Hyundai Elantra reliable?

Owners have filed 112 complaints about the 1995 Hyundai Elantra, fewer than a typical Elantra model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1995 Hyundai Elantra?

Airbags, with 35 complaints. Next is engine (20).

How many recalls does the 1995 Hyundai Elantra have?

1 recall, covering air bags.

Was there a recall on the 1995 Hyundai Elantra airbags?

Yes, 1 recall: 95V101000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Hyundai Elantra have bad airbags?

The Hyundai Elantra model years with the most airbags complaints are 2013 (168 complaints), 2012 (124 complaints) and 2001 (118 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 1995 Hyundai Elantra get?

Official estimates for the 1995 Hyundai Elantra range from 21 to 22 mpg combined. The most efficient version (1.6L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 19 city and 27 highway.

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