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2011 Hyundai Elantra electrical problems

51 complaints (12% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 60,000. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints
51
of this car's complaints
12%
typical mileage
60,000
crashes
1
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • 12v/24v/48v battery
    2
  • Ignition: anti-theft: immobilizer/proximity: key/sender
    1
  • Horn
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Hyundai Elantra electrical problems in other years

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2011 Hyundai Elantra electrical

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Fire or smoke 7

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2011 Hyundai Elantra owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 16, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · GA

Car stop working once I got home I notice while I was driving the car kept back firing and Jurking while driving .had a mechanic look at the car he tried to start it but it started and shut off..he even tried to jump start the car with the jumping cables but it will not start..he told me it was electrical..I have a brand new battery and a complete tune up on the car..I have not been able to drive the car in 3 weeks

Filed Mar 26, 2024 · Electrical, Engine · KY

Unknown Sensors possibly is the issue

Filed Feb 7, 2024 · Electrical, Engine · AZ

They have failed to address the recall in a timely manner. Sep 22,2023 Manufacturer Recall Number251 the federal safety agency Recall Number23V651000

Filed Nov 30, 2023 · Brakes, Driver assistance · PA

I have been forced to park my car outside in case it catches on fire due to the faulty brake system that cannot be fixed. This puts my car in danger of vandalism and harsh winter conditions. This is unacceptable that Hyundai has not yet found a way to fix the dangerous brake system!!

Filed Aug 27, 2023 · Electrical, Steering · CA

My safety was a risk on August 25th as I was driving back home from work. As I was about to make a right turn, the wheel was hard to turn for second which resulted in me making a wider turn. Thankfully no other cars were around. As I parked, the wheel would swing back and forth and make a swishing sound when touched. A couple of weeks prior to the incident, I had a family friend conduct an oil change. I had mention to him about my steering wheel problem and my tire light being on— all of these problems started at the end of July). He said the steering issue is not normal and not good at all since it ruined the front of my tires. He said in order to fix the tires, I would have to get the steering problem checked and fixed first. He and my warranty recommend me to go to a certified mechanic since he didn’t have the tools to properly diagnose and that I can get it fix through my warranty. After going to United Service Automative, the certified mechanic told me that his diagnosis was pointing to errors in the electrical steering wheel system. Unfortunately, I had to pay for the inspection since my warranty said they couldn’t fix it. The certified mechanic recommended me to go to the actual manufacturer/dealer to get it checked. I have made several calls to Lithia Hyundai of Fresno about this issue since August 24th. I talked about to at least 4 employees that this is a safety concern. Answers I got back were “By appointment your car cannot be seen until January 2024…you can walk-in but we cannot guarantee your car will be looked at and can actually sit in the shop for a week or more until we look at it.” I have been also hanged up on twice and had to go through the sales department. No one seems to be taking me serious or taking precautious measures. I will be doing a walk-in on Monday, August 28th, 2023 requesting a safety inspection and how can I get the car fixed since I am still paying off the car.

Filed Aug 7, 2023 · Electrical · OH

Anti theft system failed my 2011 Hyundai Elantra. My column pas peeled. And they was able to use a usb to start my car!

Filed Jun 28, 2023 · Electrical, Engine · GA

There's a piston slap ,the engine block is damaged to the risk pin bushing ,connecting rods needs replacing the piston slap noise is in the upper end of the engine ,the gas tank want hold gas

Filed May 2, 2023 · Airbags, Electrical · OR

The power steering stopped working while driving in 2019. The steering wheel jolted 1-2", the EPS light blinked and then remained lit. Maintaining control of the vehicle was strenuous, making it impossible to quickly maneuver, especially at low speeds. Safety of the driver and others on the roadways was negatively impacted by the sudden malfunction. The power steering became intermittent while driving, then completely failed. The vehicle was serviced by a Hyundai dealer/service department for diagnostics, but a diagnosis was inconclusive. To remedy, it was recommended to replace the power steering module. This was done, and it provided temporary resolution. Power steering suddenly became intermittent again. Another diagnostic appointment suggested to replace the entire steering column. This has not been done. There was no warning that the power steering would fail. The vehicle is available for power steering inspection upon request. Electronic issues are persistent, effecting multiple areas of the vehicle. The headlights and taillights have gone out much more frequently than expected. The airbag sensor light has recently illuminated. The Tire pressure sensor blinks, then remains illuminated. The Electronic Stability Control Indicator has been illuminated since the power steering failure. This vehicle has had multiple issues arise, and it has had thousands of dollars of work put into it in an attempt to return it to a safely driving vehicle. It is unacceptable for the manufacturer to sell a car that cannot uphold basic safety standards. There have been multiple recalls for power steering issues on Hyundai's surrounding this 2011 model. Clearly there is an issue that needs to be addressed, and Hyundai needs to be held accountable for their negligence. All owners should be entitled to have their vehicle promptly repaired at no cost, and they should be reimbursed for time and repair costs spent trying to resolve this avoidable issue.

Filed Nov 4, 2022 · Brakes, Electrical · CT

El carro aveces pone los frenos muy duros y no se detiene. El mismo se acelera solo y en otras ocasiones baja las revoluciones hasta apagarse. Aveces comienza a temblar y prende la luz de check. Aún desconozco si ha sido evaluado anteriormente por algún especialista. También el mismo demora en prender algunas veces. Me gustaría saber si el mismo puede ser evaluado por algún y especialista ya que entiendo que no es muy seguro el mismo. Me gustaría saber cuál es el costo de esto para así guardar el presupuesto para el mismo. Le agradeceré me dejen saber. Gracias anticipadas

Filed Jun 6, 2022 · Electrical, Engine · 125,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated during acceleration with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to several independent mechanics who diagnosed that the engine and battery needed to be replaced. The dealer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.

Questions about the 2011 Hyundai Elantra electrical

Does the 2011 Hyundai Elantra have electrical problems?

Owners have filed 51 complaints about the electrical of the 2011 Hyundai Elantra, 12% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2011 Hyundai Elantra electrical problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 60,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2011 Hyundai Elantra electrical?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Hyundai Elantra have the most electrical problems?

The Hyundai Elantra model years with the most electrical complaints are 2013 (155 complaints), 2012 (126 complaints) and 2017 (112 complaints).

Other 2011 Hyundai Elantra problems

Engine 97Airbags 77Steering 75Suspension 66Brakes 44Driver assistance 38Transmission 21Wheels 18Acceleration 16Tires 12Lights 10Fuel system 8Visibility 7Body 6Seat belts 2

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