2002 Hyundai Elantra engine problems

Filed Nov 26, 2015 · Engine, Fuel system · 82,300 miles · GA

Engine stops suddenly almost creating accident. Cause ?

Filed Dec 21, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 78,300 miles · GA

Very dangerous: the vehicles shutsdown while driving without any warning. Dashboard blinks and engine shuts down causing lost of steering and power, slowing car in heavy traffic with vehicles behind. This has happened several times. Mechanics can't solve issues. On the internet, similar incidents have been reported by other hyundai drivers . The crankshaft position sensor, idle control valves, and in/out output sensor transmission are reported as possible problems. In any event is a very dangerous condition. Problem should be studied and reported. It happens not only to this model, but on other hyundai vehicles.

Filed Feb 9, 2012 · Engine, Suspension · 72,807 miles · PA

2002 hyundai elantra. Consumer writes in regards to recall notice concerning front steering or control mechanisms, rust and potential failures *tgw the consumer stated on march 10, 2010, she went to the dealer after receiving a recall notice. Upon inspection, it was determined the parts did not need to be replaced. On january 31, 2012, the same parts that were the subject of the recall failed. The consumer stated when the steering failed, the vehicle was violently forced into oncoming traffic which nearly resulted in a head-on collision and was then violently forced back across the lane in which she had been traveling, narrowly missing another vehicle. The vehicle had to be towed as it could not be driven. The consumer had other problems such as the engine light illuminating, due to an internal failure of the catalytic converter and a broken rear spring, as well as weak struts.

Filed Feb 4, 2011 · Engine · 6,900 miles · CT

I own a 2002 hyundai elantra. When I bought it used in 2005 it ran very quiet. A few months ago I noticed it seemed a little louder. Last week the check engine light came on so I took it to my mechanic to have a diagnostic. Found out there is a crack in the manifold. I am aware that many other 2002 elantras have this problem, and that there was actually a recall on some of them. My car however was not included in this recall. I contacted hyundai consumer assistance dept. And was sent to their dealership to have the car checked out after which I was told that the crack in my manifold did not match the ones that the recall covered. How ridiculous. Obviously their is a problem with all of the manifolds in these 2002 elantras other wise they would not all be cracking. The repair is very expensive and I think it is unfair that any vehicle owner should be made to pay for the repair being told the crack is due to wear and tear.

Filed Jan 29, 2009 · Engine · 120,000 miles · PA

My 02 hyundai elantra has two bad cracks in the exhaust manifold. I know that other 02 elantra's had a recall, and I think it should be extended to include all the bad manifolds. This is a major safety hazard because it can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning. Within a short period of time when the vehicle is stopped in traffic, or stuck in winter conditions carbon monoxide can build up inside the vehicle leading to death of the driver and passengers.

Filed Dec 15, 2008 · Engine · 59,858 miles · NY

Already a recall on 2002 hyundai elantra, but the 2002 elantra that I have is past the recall date of jan. 31, 2002. My car, # was built in march 2002 so not covered on recall campaign #05-01-001-1. Crack between port #3 and #4 on the manifold. The part has been installed on the car so I expect to be reimbursed cost of part and labor to install.

Filed Jul 20, 2005 · Engine · 34,796 miles · OH · crash · fire

Oil pan drain plug stripped. I have been changing oil by myself. I have a toyota camry also which I change oil myself. So there is no abuse regarding oil pan drain plug. It has stripped completely. I had to replace the oil pan which cost almost $400.00.

Filed Jul 7, 2005 · Engine, Suspension · 48,000 miles · NY

Dt: 2002 hyundai elantra, consumer took vehicle to a local garage for an inspection, on 6-20-05, and mechanic rotated/ balanced tires, and replaced two tires with new ones. Also, replaced fuel injection system/ replaced a gasket/ front wheels were aligned/ steering wheel was centered, and they checked caster and camber angles. Then mechanic told consumer that vehicle passed ny state inspection. The consumer started traveling from ny to va on 6-30, and on 7-2 vehicle stalled, check engine light came on, vehicle had completely stopped although engine was still running, oil gauge warning light came on, it went up to highest point. This was first time vehicle stalled. The consumer had the vehicle towed to a mechanic who ran a diagnostic test on the vehicle and told consumer that he should take it to a dealership because of the warranty. Dealership ran a diagnostic and then replaced radiator and radiator pump. They told consumer that was reason for vehicle overheating and stalling. This was after consumer was told by dealership that vehicle was safe to drive. So consumer traveled back home, roads were wet and it was late in da. The check engine light came on again. As soon as light came on the speed reduced but the engine itself was still on but, the vehicle was not able to move at a safe speed and stalled. Consumer's and his family lives were in dangered although there were no actual accidents. Vehicle was towed to the dealership. They told consumer that problem was with transmission. There was a hose not connected properly which caused vehicle to leak transmission fluid.

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 May 27, 2003 · Engine · NC

While driving at any speed the vehicle shut off without warning and the consumer was forced to pull off the road. *nlm.