2001 Hyundai Elantra transmission problems

Filed Feb 24, 2016 · Steering, Transmission · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 hyundai elantra. While accelerating from a complete stop, the transmission began to jerk and the steering wheel seized for a brief moment. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.

Filed Apr 28, 2010 · Transmission · MD

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 hyundai elantra. While the vehicle was being repaired by an independent mechanic, the contact was informed that the front end cv joint boot on the driver and passenger side were broken. The contact called the manufacturer and was informed that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was repaired. The current mileage was 167,314. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Mar 8, 2010 · Transmission, Visibility · 35,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 hyundai elantra. The contact stated when driving 65 MPH the vehicle will shift on it's own to 1st gear, and sometimes the vehicle will stay in 1st gear. The driver stated the vehicle will also shift it's self into neutral and the vehicle will also begin to accelerate on it's own. He had to pull over and turn the vehicle off and then back on. The contact stated the power windows and the windshield wipers are not operating properly as well. The contact stated he had contacted the dealer and they stated that none of these issues are covered under the warranty and he would have to pay out of pocket. The failure mileage was 35,000 and the current mileage was 55,000.

Filed Jan 21, 2009 · Transmission, Visibility · 94,000 miles · VT

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 hyundai elantra. The contact stated that the vehicle will either not accelerate or not accelerate as expected when the accelerator pedal is depressed. He took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the transmission pressure control solenoid valve seals failed. They replaced the transmission and several months later the failure recurred. The manufacturer stated that because the vehicle exceeded its warranty, they would not assist. The failure mileage was 94,000 and current mileage was 97,000. Updated 03-30-09 *bf the windshield wiper was inopertaive. Updated 03/31/09.

Filed Aug 4, 2008 · Engine, Transmission · 69,000 miles · NJ

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 hyundai elantra. The contact stated that the vehicle had numerous failures and was purchased brand new from a hyundai dealer. Initially, the vehicle was pulling hard and the dealer stated that there was nothing wrong; however, they replaced the spark plugs at that time. The failure persisted and the vehicle was taken in for a second time for the pulling of the vehicle, as well as a rear end bulb that had blown. While attempting to start the vehicle, it would not turn over. Upon further investigation, it was discovered that the battery was corroded and there was a green substance leaking from the battery. The hyundai company advised her to call roadside assistance and they advised her to purchase a new battery. Once the new battery was installed, the vehicle still would not start. The failure and current mileages were 69,000.

Filed Mar 14, 2006 · Electrical, Transmission · 26,000 miles · CT · crash · 1 injury

Car accelerated beyond control to ~90 MPH before steering lock and car went into jersey barriers. According to tsb from hyundai this is an electrical component know issue call a tps(throttle position sensor) for 2001 hyundai elantra's with a "1" in the 10th position of the VIN number. The tsb number is 01-36-027. Before we contact hyundai , I wanted to see if this was on recall or safety check and I was not able to find any info.

Filed Aug 9, 2005 · Airbags, Transmission · PA

My air bag light comes on and off randomly while driving. I debated on whether or not to take it back because it wasn't on continuously. They always say we can't duplicate the problem. Well now the air bag light is on continuously and I set up an appointment. They called me and said the computer is showing 12 different codes for the air bags and that they noticed something sticky like pop on the wires. They said they weren't going to cover it under warranty. My first issue with that is they should be sealed off completely so a little pop shouldn't fry the air bag. The only reason I bought my hyundai was because of the warranty and the assurance that I wouldn't have to worry about anything for 5 years. Unfortunately that isn't the truth. After 6 months or so I realized that I had to start my car for atleast 15 seconds before I could actually put it in drive and go. But why wasn't it like that in the beginning? And after the first year I notice rust behind the passenger doors in near the wheel wells where the car is welded together. That's a real high quality car right there when you have a car that's 10 years older and it doesn't have a spot of rust,that shows quality. What does hyundai show? Not much as far as I am concerned. It shows poor quality and a company that doesn't really stand behind their warranty. Lets not forget the fact that the transmission in the car is horrible. It shifts into second gear so hard and sounds like a canon exploding. The light above the license plate burnt out 2 weeks after they replaced it the first time. And the fact that all the wires inside my doors were corroded after two years and had to be replaced. So, now I have a problem with the airbag module being destroyed and they said I spilled pop or something in the console and that's what caused it. After so many problems with wiring in the car they don't see that this could be legitimately a manufacturer defect in the module. *nm abl.pco

Filed Jul 13, 2005 · Transmission · 25,000 miles · VA

When the car is started cold and put into drive, foot applied to the gas, there is a period (approx 10-15 seconds) of hesitation and then the vehicle will jerk forward. This is especially dangerous when starting the car and trying to pull into traffic from a parallel parking space. I have tried to pull the car out into traffic and it hesitates for an extended period. I have almost been hit on several occassions trying to get the vehicle moving.

Filed Jan 3, 2005 · Locks, Suspension · 67,198 miles · CA

The ball joints cracked which caused the front left tire to become detached from the vehicle while driving approximately 70 MPH on the freeway. The consumer contacted the manufacturer but they have not done anything about the issue. *ak the vehicle's TCM/ECM software failed which caused the transmission to slip/surge while driving. The vehicle would not go into reverse due to an internal failure. The dealer replaced the a/t assembly and flushed the a/t fluid. The left sunvisor was coming apart. The visor clips broke and as a result they could not hold the visor in a stable position. Seat belt bolt cover broke. The passenger side door lock was hard for the passenger to unlock from the driver's side. The dealer replaced the door latch and actuator assembly. The vehicle's heater took about an hour to effectively warm the vehicle. The dealer determined that the blend door was loose at the actuator.

Filed Dec 16, 2003 · Transmission · 27,000 miles · NY

When car is started cold and put into reverse, foot applied to the gas, there is a period of hesitation before it goes into gear. After you reach the point to put the car into drive it once again hesitates causing a "jerking" feeling. The car has been brought in twice a month for the past 6 months and the problem is still on going. I have contacted hyundai customer service and spoke with chris. He was no help either. He promised me over and over that the problem would be resolved and once again nothing was done. I contacted kevin at the fucillo import center (they sold me the car) he told me his service department has made several attempts to remedy the problem but they never actually fixed it. They replaced the transmission, sensors, valves and other numerous items only for the same problem to reoccur. The general manager offered to trade me into a used vehicle for. I declined. I have paid lots of money on this car why would I want more problems??? Since the purchase of the car I have had nothing but problems!! The window panels have peeled numerous times. They have been replaced and still peeled. I don't believe this is due to the body shop, I think this has to do with the quality of the product. The car has been taken in to have them replaced and there were times when the body shop was never notified the car was there. Hence they were never replaced. I have told many people who have looked into to buying a hyundai that they are not worth the time, money or aggravation. I hate my car!! Never again will I deal with such rude, unqualified people again!