2002 Hyundai Elantra: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed Nov 7, 2016 · Steering · 126,650 miles · CO

On october 28th, 2016 the lower, driver's side, front control arm disintegrated while my wife was driving her elantra in a parking lot. She was making a right turn to leave the lot when she lost control of the car as it made a "terrible grinding noise." the next day I removed the wheel and discovered the control arm was torn in two sections and badly corroded. I went to two hyundai dealers to track down a new part. Neither dealer mentioned the fact that this model hyundai had been recalled for precisely this problem. When I learned of this problem I contacted hyundai motors. They informed me that the recall only applied to vehicles purchased or registered in the so-called "salt belt" states. My wife bought this car new in colorado and has never driven it in the "salt belt." yet it suffered the same corrosion and failure as described in the recall bulletin. This is a very dangerous failure because the corrosion is inside the control arm and cannot be detected by a normal visual inspection. I suspect that the failure that showed up years ago in the "salt belt" cars is now appearing in older cars in other parts of the country. Hyundai apparently does not give a [xxx]. I suggest the nhsta impose a nationwide mandatory recall of these vehicles. If it occurred at highway speeds this failure would result in immediate loss of control, resulting in severe injury or death for passengers in the car. This vehicle is a one owner car that was garaged all its life. It was regularly serviced by a hyundai dealer. It shows no signs of excessive corrosion in any other area or part. I am outraged that hyundai chose to limit the recall of these vehicles to select states. This incident clearly demonstrates the problem is not limited to vehicles exposed to corrosive chemicals. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Dec 7, 2009 · Brakes, Steering · 72,000 miles · PA

My husband and I are the owners of a 2002 hyundai elantra gt, and are the only owners of record and have maintained the vehicle in a reasonable manner. On friday, december 4 2009, I was driving the vehicle at approximately 30 MPH approaching a left turn light, when I needed to stop suddenly to avoid hitting a car that stopped abruptly in front of me. When I applied the brakes, I heard a loud noise and the car began to pull to the left, placing my vehicle into the on-coming traffic lane. Fortunately, my vehicle did not hit any other vehicles or roadside obstacles. After coming to a full stop, I managed to negotiate the left turn, in order to move the vehicle out of a 5-point intersection and into a safer area. Once the vehicle was engaged in the turn, I heard metal grinding against metal. I pulled the car off of the road immediately into the first available turn off, which happened to be a church parking lot. Upon inspection of the vehicle, it became apparent that the vehicle was no longer in a serviceable condition and would need to be towed. The lower control arm on the passenger side of the car was significantly torn between the shock mount and the ball joint. The corrosion damage is significant on the interior of the arm. It looks as if it blew up. There is still a small portion that is still attached but it is completely immobile. The tire is pushed up against the wheel well. We are very concerned about the lack of cooperation that we have received from hyundai corporate office recall division. They have not agreed to fix any damage to the car as a result or reimburse expenses incurred due to the incident. To make matters worse, they claim the reason we didn't get a notice about the recall is because they didn't want everyone to come in at the same time so they are spacing it out! It's completely irresponsible of them to not notify the consumer of this defective product! I am 6 months pregnant and often drive my 2 yr old!

Filed Nov 13, 2009 · Suspension · 41,865 miles · PA

2002 elantra gt made r turn from full stop onto chester pike. Heard grinding from passenger front wheel. Car came to complete stop. Front wheel fell off. Fractured suspension arm was seen. Axle failure was found when care was inspected. Recall was issued 7/10/09. I am the original owner and have not received a recall notice. I do receive weekly ads from hyundai suggesting trade in, so they know where I am. I now need to jump through hoops to get hyundai to pay, as I did not find out about the recall until my car was towed to and repaired by an independent garage. Police were on scene with lights flashing to protect disabled vehicle until tow truck arrived. No report was filled as there was no accident or injury.

Filed Apr 28, 2009 · Suspension · 140,000 miles · NJ

Left front lower control arm rusted through and while turning into gas station experienced severe grinding noise and collapse of wheel. Upon investigation found vehicle undrivable and had flat bedded to garage. My mechanic replaced both lower control arms that had rusted completely through using hyundai replacement parts. Contacted hyundai directly and complained and have case number and hope for reimbursement of monies spent.

Filed Apr 13, 2009 · Suspension · 75,000 miles · NY

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 hyundai elantra. The contact stated that the control arm was rusty in the front end of the vehicle. While driving approximately 5 MPH over a speed bump, it felt as if the passenger side collapsed. He exited the vehicle and did not see any visible signs of damage. After the incident, the contact noticed steering, grinding, and rubbing issues with the vehicle. He took the vehicle to a repair shop and they identified the rusted control arm. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, but the contact has not yet received a response. The manufacturer was not notified and the vehicle has not been repaired. The current and failure mileages were approximately 75,000.

Filed Mar 12, 2009 · Suspension · 68,000 miles · PA

After braking, my elantra jerk, made and awful grinding sound, and was extremely difficult to steer. Upon visual inspection, I could see that a part had broken off. I had it towed to a local mechanic who said that the right front control arm was "rotted through" and that this is often seen in hyundais. The left side also shows signs of deterioration. The mechanic recommended replacing both sides, as the left side might only last a few months given the degree of deterioration. Parts are being replaced.

Filed Sep 14, 2004 · Engine, Suspension · NJ

Problems with vehicle severely pulling to the right. *mr there was a squealing noise, the tire in the right rear had worn, the left rear tire treads were gone (not wearing evenly), the belts squealed, the front wheel drive would cause the front to spin, but not in the rear, when the A/C was on high, the loud noise would be exhibited in the front, the vehicle pulled to the right, and the vehicle hesitated when the A/C was on. *sc

Filed Jan 23, 2003 · Brakes · 5,000 miles · TX

Vehicle brakes continuously squeal, when they are depressed. The brake pads are not worn per the dealership. The dealership replaced the master cylinder, cause the brake pedal was going all the way to the floor. The cause of the squealing noise is unknown. Ts