1998 Hyundai Elantra transmission problems

Filed Oct 13, 2008 · Transmission · 62,000 miles · GA

Car downshifts end engine revs. If put into reverse, forward transmission can then usually be selected. Can put foot on gas and engine/transmission will "idle/rev".

Filed Apr 14, 2007 · Transmission · 65,000 miles · KS

After entering a highway my elantra came to a complete stop on the highway from 65 MPH and the engine died. I later had to replace the front brakes and wheel bearings on the side I swerved into and I'm sure that is what caused the problem. I heard a woman complain about this same situation that happened to her twice to a dealership mechanic while she was having the transmission on her elantra checked out. I think this problem results from there being no lock on the shifter between neutral and drive. It takes very little effort to pop the shifter into neutral (like a coat sleeve) and I think I touched it while reaching for my radio.this sent the engine into very high revs which caused the vacuum system to fail and then caused the power brakes to fall to the floor.

Filed Sep 3, 2005 · Transmission · 96,000 miles · NV

I recently purchased a 1998 hyundai elantra. The problem I have is sporadic and without warning. The vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission. At any given time the vehicle will jerk to almost a complete stop as if someone has pulled the emergency brake on. This will happen at various speeds and happens whether or not the check engine light is on. I have parked the vehicle as it frightens me to drive more than 20 MPH. I use my vehicle frequently for my employment and have been renting a vehicle. I believe the problem is not as uncommon as it appears to be. I have read numerous complaints on hyundai (accent)and elantras where the problem I am having is the same. I think this is very dangerous not only to the driver of the defective vehicle, but also to anyone who may be following close behind. I have had some close calls during the downshift, but luckily no accidents. I have read articles where the transmission has been replaced as many as four times in one year and still the problem was not fixed. As you know, trust worthy auto mechanics are a rare breed, and I can not afford to go through numerous parts replacements while they try to determine the exact cause of the failure. Any information available seems to cost at least $24.95 to obtain and I still don't know if I am getting the information I need. I know that hyundai is aware of the problem and don't think they should be allowed to hide the details from consumers. The last time I drove my vehicle, I arrived home in tears, shaking from holding the steering wheel so tightly in case it decided to jerk to a stop. Please help.

Filed Jun 17, 2003 · Transmission · 74,000 miles · PA

Transmission died at 74,000 miles. No reverse, slips out of first. 8jb

Filed Jun 4, 2003 · Transmission · 72,000 miles · PA

Automatic transmission in 1998 hyundai elantra failed at 72,000 miles and had to be replaced.

Filed Mar 17, 2003 · Transmission · 73,000 miles · VA

Transmission needs to be completely replaced after 77,000.00. The car hesitates or gets stuck in heavy traffic, which poses a safety hazard, especially with children in the car. The dealership were the vehicle was purchased lied to me and told me that it had a 100,000 mile power train warranty. It turned out it only had a five year 60,000.00 mile warranty.

Filed Jul 29, 2002 · Transmission · IL

Consumer stated the transmission was replaced. Ts

Filed Sep 10, 2001 · Transmission · NV

Overdrive was completely gone. Consumer took vehicle to dealer, and transmission was rebuilt four times, but problem still occurs. Please provide any further information.

Filed Mar 6, 2000 · Transmission · MS

After driving car and stopping, car will not shift from park.

Filed Jul 27, 1999 · Acceleration, Brakes · NY

I have terrible mileage on this car and dealer gave me incorrect warranty information. I was told that with my model I would get a 10 year transmission warranty. Today, I was told by the manufacturer that I am only entitled to a 5 year warranty on the 98 elantras.