Tl* the contact owned a 2003 hyundai elantra. While driving 30 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and traveled to the floorboard. The brakes failed to respond and another vehicle crashed into the front passenger side of the contact's vehicle. The vehicle spun around several times. Only the passenger side curtain air bags deployed. The contact was taken from the accident by ambulance to a nearby hospital. The contact was treated for neck and lower back pain. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 151,000.
2003 Hyundai Elantra: brake failure
8 of the 234 complaints about the 2003 Hyundai Elantra describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 8
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- typical mileage
- 54,831
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 2 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Brake failure by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 hyundai elantra. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, he experienced a complete brake failure without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis and the contact was informed that all of the brake lines were corroded and caused all the brake fluid to leak from the vehicle. There was also severe sub-frame rust. The manufacturer was notified but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 82,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 hyundai elantra. The contact had to depress the brake pedal down to the floor in order to stop the vehicle. The failure occurred while driving 35 MPH. While at the dealer for an oil change, they tested her power brakes while the engine was running. The brake failure occurred after the test was completed. The front brakes were replaced. The current mileage is 55,000 and failure mileage was 54,831. There was an evap leak. Updated 08/06/07. *jb the consumer provided multiple repair invoices pertaining to the defect. Updated 08/09/07 *tr updated 08/28/07 *tr the dealer stated the transmission was fine but the motor lacks performance. Updated 09/06/07
The consumer's son's brakes failed and lost steering control when driving down an exit ramp. *sc recall campaign: the federal safety agency item number: 10004464. Campaign 061 provides the procedures for repositioning the rear brake tubes to prevent contact with the front suspension crossmember's steering gear box mounting brackets. The vehicle hit the back of another vehicle as a result of loss of brakes and steering. Earlier in the week the consumer felt a vibration at 60 MPH.
Brakes failed, and consumer's vehicle rear ended another vehicle at 35 MPH. Steering failed, and air bags did not deploy. Consumer was not notified of any recalls. Recall 03v496000 was issued.
The vehicle was taken to the dealer four times because it was not stopping when braking. On 9/9/2003, while trying to stop at a stop sign, the brakes failed. The vehicle hit a truck and the front air bags did not deploy. Driver sustained injuries to the pelvic area and bruises on the upper legs. Front passenger's head broke the windshield, and passenger suffered seizures. Child in the rear, age 11, sustained arm bruises. Driver and passengers were transported to the emergency room for treatment. The vehicle was assessed by a repair mechanic, who determined air bag sensors were impacted, and the brakes failed. *ak the vehicle would tremble, the A/C did not work, the engine light was intermittent (go on and off), and the seat belts were inoperative. (which occurred 2 weeks after purchase) *sc
Driver received the federal safety agency recall 03v496000 concerning brake failure. Consumer contacted the dealer for an appointment, but mechanic told consumer that the dealer did not have the machinery to do repairs.
While driving 55 MPH driver applied brakes and pedal went to the floor. Vehicle skidded into a parked vehicle. Both airbags did not deploy. The vehicle was towed.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, the brake tubes for the rear brakes can contact the steering gearbox mounting brackets.
- Risk
- Contact between the rear brake tubes and the steering gearbox mounting brackets may result in rear brake tube wear and corrosion, increasing the risk of brake fluid leakage. Brake fluid leakage could result in reduced braking capability, which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reposition the rear brake tubes, install brake tube clips, and apply anti-corrosion material to the rear brake tubes. Owner notification began january 22, 2004. Owners should contact hyundai of puerto rico at 1‑800‑633‑5151.
Recall number 03V496000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, the rear brake tubes pass behind the front suspension crossmember. Two steering gearbox mounting brackets are welded to the crossmember. On vehicles equipped with an antilock brake system (ABS), the rear brake tubes could contact both steering gearbox mounting brackets. On vehicles that are not equipped with ABS, the rear brake tubes may contact only the left mounting bracket. Contact between the rear brake tubes and the steering brackets could cause wear and corrosion that could result in brake fluid leakage.
- Risk
- Fluid leakage could result in reduced braking capability increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reposition the rear brake tubes so they do not contact the mounting brackets, install brake tube clips to control the location of the rear brake tubes, and apply anti-corrosion material to the tubes in the areas where contact with the mounting brackets may have occurred. Owner notification began on october 13, 2003. Owners should contact hyundai at 1‑800‑633‑5151.
Recall number 03V257000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2003 Hyundai Elantra brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 2003 Hyundai Elantra?
8 of 234 owner complaints about the 2003 Hyundai Elantra (3%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 2013.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2003 Hyundai Elantra?
There are 2 recalls and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2003 Hyundai Elantra
Ball joint 47No deployment 23Airbag light 12Headlights 12Check engine light 10Stalling 7Grinding brakes 6Seat belt 5Sudden acceleration 5Tire blowout 5
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