I was driving the car and the moment I tried to stop at the traffic stop sign the lower arm control from the driver side broke and the wheel broke and the car slid. Thanks god it was at night and no cars were there. I remember the night before I was driving on the highway and nothing happened. I called my insurance and they sent me a towing truck to move the car. I didn't repair the car because it was a big mess. I took some pictures of it and the towing company guy also. I remember I went to hyundai dealer and I was looking for a part their and they took my VIN number to check for the part but never told me about the recall. Can hyundai company give me some money back that I spent for towing and loosing my car because of this incident. I even paid for the car registration weeks before.
2002 Hyundai Elantra suspension problems
95 complaints (28% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 92,909. 5 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 95
- of this car's complaints
- 28%
- typical mileage
- 92,909
- crashes
- 5
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Front: control arm29
- Front27
- Front: control arm: lower arm11
- Rear3
- Front: wheel bearing1
- Front: stabilizer bar1
- Front: control arm: upper arm1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Hyundai Elantra suspension problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2002 Hyundai Elantra suspension
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Suspension: front: control arm
- What is wrong
- Hyundai is recalling 160,904 my 2001-2003 elantra and my 2003 tiburon vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. Road salt used during the winter months in these jurisdictions may result in internal corrosion and thinning of the steel in the front lower control arms. The corrosion may progress to the point where the lower control arm's upper and lower panels become perforated. A perforated front lower control arm may fracture between its ball joint attachment and the forward and rearward pivot attachments to the chassis.
- Risk
- The fracturing of the control arm could an owner's control over their vehicle that may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the front lower control arms for corrosion damage. If specified levels of internal corrosion damage are found, the front lower control arms will be replaced with new front lower control arms incorporating additional holes in the upper and lower panels. If the front lower control arms do not require replacement, the dealer will add drainage holes to the front lower control arms and will treat the front lower control arms with rust-proofing materials to arrest the internal corrosion process. These procedures will be performed free of charge. The recall began on august 17, 2009. Owners may contact the hyundai customer assistance center at 1‑800‑633‑5151.
Recall number 09V125000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Front lower control arms rusting
On april 14, 2009, hyundai motor corporation submitted to odi a defect information report indicating that it would recall a salt-belt population of approximately 155,317 model year (my) 2001 through 2003 hyundai elantra vehicles to remedy a defect that can result in loss of vehicle control with an increased risk of a crash while driving (09v‑125).the affected vehicles cover all my 2001, my 2002, and my 2003 through january 13, 2003 production.these include elantra vehicles that were originally sold or currently registered in connecticut, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia and wisconsin.the total three-year production population for the elantra vehicles is approximately 350,000. According to hyundai, road salt can collect in the outboard portion of the front lower control arm and may result in internal corrosion leading to thinning of the steel in the lower control arms.the corrosion may progress to the point where the lower control arm upper and lower panels become perforated.a perforated front lower control arm may fracture between its ball joint attachment and the forward and rearward pivot attachments to the chassis.this could affect the driver's control over the tire and wheel assembly.hyundai's recall procedure instructs dealers to measure the thickness of the steel in the front lower control arms.if specified levels of corrosion damage have occurred, the front lower control arms will be replaced with new front lower control arms with additional holes in the upper and lower panels. Odi's analysis of front lower control arm complaint and warranty data shows 220 complaints and 1,033 warranty claims for the total approximately 350,000 subject vehicles sold throughout the united states, resulting in a complaint rate of 62.82 per 100,000 vehicles and a claim rate of 0.3 percent.odi's analysis found 7 complaints and 90 warranty claims in 132,475 vehicles sold in non-salt belt states, resulting in a complaint rate of 5.3 per 100,000 vehicles and a claim rate of 0.1 percent. Odi's analysis further found 196 complaints and 943 warranty claims in 155,317 vehicles sold in salt belt states, resulting in a complaint rate of 126.2 per 100,000 vehicles and a claim rate of 0.6 percent.odi identified 34 incidents of lower control arm fracture related to corrosion, all of which occurred in salt belt states.the data do not show a defect trend in vehicles outside the region covered by hyundai's recall. This preliminary evaluation is closed.
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What 2002 Hyundai Elantra owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I have noted a recall #09v125000 related to this make/model/year but for some reason my car with the exact problem is not part of the recall. My right front control arm colapsed. It was completely rusted through. With that side fixed I traveled about 3 miles and my left side control arm broke. My mechanic and I were complexed, but after research I found this problem exist and recalls issued. After contacting hyunda they said this vehicle VIN# was not covered. I don't understand how this life threatening problem was not part of the recall. Something in the records of this car must be in error.
Rear suspension cross member rotted out
My vehicle has control arm rust and perforations in the subframe, covered under an existing recall. Hyundai has admitted that the parts are covered under the recall, but states that they are unable to replace the subframe and control arms due to rust damage on the frame itself. Replacing the damaged portions of the frame will cost well over the price of the vehicle. If the subframe did not have to be replaced, the frame would likely hold for some time and not require replacement in the near future. The frame damage is only an immediate issue because the recall repair needs to be done. Hyundai has offered me to either replace the frame damage at my own expense so they can complete the recall repair, or take a buyout equal to the kelly blue book value of the vehicle. Other compensation such as rental fees was refused. It has taken them ~25 days since receiving the vehicle to make this offer.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 hyundai elantra. While at an independent mechanic for routine repair. The mechanic stated that the front lower control arm bushings were corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was 153,248.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 hyundai elantra. While driving at 25 MPH, the passenger side control arm fractured. The steering wheel became difficult to steer. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the control arm fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000. Updated 07/27/16*lj
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 hyundai elantra. When the accelerator or brake pedals were depressed, a loud abnormal clunking noise emitted from the front end of the vehicle and the vehicle veered to the right. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the lower control arm and ball joint failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 195,000.
2002 hyundai elantra. Consumer writes in regards to salt belt corrosion recall problems. *smd the consumer stated she was never notified of the recall. Hyundai claimed it was because she was not the original owner. The dealer inspected the vehicle and determined the corrosion was too severe for her to drive the vehicle.
There is a rust hole in my right lower front suspension control arm, related to hyundai recall# 091. I contacted hyundai customer assistance case# [xxx]. I was told I would have to pay for the repairs and then attempt to seek reimbursement but was told there is no promise of a refund. I said their recall clearly states vehicles being recalled are in the salt belt states or cars that are registered in these states. My car came from virginia but has been registered and driven here in michigan for two years and should be included in this recall. My request for assistance was denied. All these vehicles were built with poor quality metal components, there are no VIN. Break points and should not matter where vehicle is located as vehicles move from state to state. I should not and will not wait for an incident to occur. I will pay for this repair to assure my families safety. I contacted my local dealer ann arbor automotive and talked to bethany patterson in service and emailed here pictures of the defective component(we have the email confirmation). She stated the service manager would review and get back to me. Three weeks later and no contact. I also took the car to them at ann arbor automotive which is my closest hyundai dealer in ann arbor michigan just to show them the failure which is visible with the steering turned without putting on a lift. The service manager would not come out to look at, they asked me if I had an appointment and then told me I would have to leave the car for at least 3-5 days just to look and contact hyundai with no assurance of anything being done. What a joke. I have tried to contact you buy phone but the calls will not go through, do you still have a phone? There are more procedures that have to be done related to this recall but right now I have to replace this one part to make the car safe for my family. Please help everyone with this. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
I applied brakes at a stop sign and front driver side control arm collapsed. I had it inspected and treated under recall in 2009.
Questions about the 2002 Hyundai Elantra suspension
Does the 2002 Hyundai Elantra have suspension problems?
Owners have filed 95 complaints about the suspension of the 2002 Hyundai Elantra, 28% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2002 Hyundai Elantra suspension problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 92,909 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Hyundai Elantra suspension?
Yes, 1 recall: 09V125000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Hyundai Elantra have bad suspension?
The Hyundai Elantra model years with the most suspension complaints are 2013 (99 complaints), 2002 (95 complaints) and 2001 (81 complaints).
Other 2002 Hyundai Elantra problems
Airbags 70Brakes 34Fuel system 31Body 27Lights 19Acceleration 18Transmission 17Seat belts 16Steering 16Electrical 13Engine 13Tires 10Visibility 8Wheels 6Seats 4Driver assistance 2Locks 2
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