2011 Hyundai Elantra: headlights failing or too dim

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 Dec 26, 2019 · Electrical, Fuel system · SC

My headlights keep going out , the battery keeps dying and the car will not crank after you put gas in it with the ignition off . I have to leave the car running when I pump gas . My check engine lights comes on and off when it pleases . My tire light is usually always on , just been having lots of trouble with it here recently

Filed Jun 10, 2019 · Engine, Lights · 165,000 miles · FL

Car stalls while in motion and coming to stops. Engine sounds like a diesel truck and also has a ticking noise. Constantly having to replace the headlight bulbs front and back. Also have issues with steering wheel making a winding noise when turning the wheel. My tire pressure light never goes off even when air is put in or all new tires are put on. Also constantly having issues driver side up front tire issues. Had new brakes done and shortly after there making noises again. I always have hyundai do my work on my car except I do however go to walmart to get my tires. I have had this car for about 3 years and constantly have had issues with it. I will never ever buy another hyundai again.

Filed May 8, 2019 · Airbags, Driver assistance · 134,000 miles · OH · 2 injuries

The airbag light comes on and off regularly for some days, then finally it stays on permanently. The steering wheel lights doesn't come on when I turn on the headlights. The car bounces and sway to the side each time I hit a pothole no matter how small the pothole is.

Filed Oct 25, 2018 · Driver assistance, Electrical · MD

The car sensors keep going up. The crank shaft sensor is not sending a signal that the car is in motion. When pull out on to a street or highway and press the accelerator sometimes my car will stall or drop speed. I fear someone will end up running into the back of me. When I come to a complete stop the car will stall or will not accelerate. Also the car headlights and tails tight bulbs blow within 4 or 5 days after putting new bulbs in. The cam sensor for the back up camera does not work as well.

Filed May 23, 2018 · Brakes · 86,500 miles · CA · crash

On may 22nd I was stopped at a red light in heavy traffic. There was a lady in a jeep infront of me. The light turned green, cars slowly began to move and as soon as I accelerated gently the lady infront of me slammed on her breaks about 15 to 20 feet infront of me. Instinctively I slammed on my breaks as well but my vehicle did not stop. Instead it continued forward right into the back of her jeep. At the point of impact my car was going about 10mph. My foot never came off the breaks and I had more than enough space to slow down and stop. Had the breaks not failed me I would not be dealing with an accident. This is my first auto collision and I want someone to be held accountable for these faulty breaks. They have never failed before or failed an inspection. Nor were there any indicators prior to them failing to stop. The ladys jeep only has minor scratches and the whole hood of my elantra is destroyed, the radiator is caved in, grill is smashed, headlight is gone. I believe the car is totalled. The damage is most likely worth more than the car. I never even made it past the stoplight.