2012 Hyundai Elantra lights problems

Filed Jul 18, 2025 · Brakes, Lights · MD

The brake pedal stopper pad broke and fell off which resulted in the brake lights remaining illuminated the entire time the car was driving, which is very hazardous. I am not sure how long it had been broken for before I realized that this dangerous condition was occurring. The brake lights remained on even after the car was turned off. I had to tape a piece of cardboard to the brake arm where it hits the brake light switch to get the brake lights to appropriately go off and on and to be able to relatively safely drive the car to a mechanic. The mechanic was able to determine that the broken brake pedal stopper was causing the problem. 2013 elantras were recalled for this problem but not the 2012 models. This recall may need to be expanded to 2012s.

Filed Aug 30, 2022 · Brakes, Lights · FL

The same issue that caused recall of these vehicles for several models years, such as this campaign: 2013-2014 Hyundai Elantra (MD/UD, JK, GD) Brake Pedal Stopper Replacement (Recall Campaign 170), is occurring in this 2012 vehicle, which does NOT yet have this recall. The Brake Pedal stopper Pad has deteriorated. I am reprinting the language of the above referenced recall as it exactly explains the safety issue with this vehicle. "The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released. This will allow the brake lights to remain illuminated continuously. It can also allow the shift lever to be moved without depressing the brake pedal, or activate the engine management brake pedal override feature."

Filed Aug 18, 2020 · Acceleration, Electrical · OK

The dash console continues to go go out to the point the odometer, speed , mileage and other instrument panel information is not visible. When I purchased the vehicle they replaced the dash console and 2 yrs later is needing replacement again.

Filed Feb 28, 2020 · Airbags, Lights · MD

Clicking/thumbing noise when you turn steering wheel either way. Was told steering coupling issue, cost approx. $600 to repair. It looks like numerous people have reported. Should be recalled by now, especially since the dealership states it's a safety issue!! Numerous lights keep going out, was told it was a wiring issue! Airbag light on dash on.

Filed Nov 6, 2019 · Driver assistance, Engine · NJ

This vehicle I have to the mechanic several times this year and it fixed the yellow light goes off for two months or so and comes back on again. This has been going on for the past year.

Filed Oct 9, 2019 · Brakes, Lights · GA

After about 60,000 miles all of my exterior lights are constantly going out completely. Within the last six months I have changed my brake lights at least 8 times. My head lights have been changed about four times and my high beams both went out at the same time. One day I was driving on the inner state and all my back exterior lights went out. Some days they may work if I have the lights position in the on position instead of automatic daylight position and vice versa. This started happening roughly around the end of 2017 and over time it has gotten worse.this is very unsafe to operate a vehicle and all your lights go out not to mention its expensive to continue to replace bulbs that won't work beyond a month.

Filed Sep 16, 2019 · Lights · 104,339 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 hyundai elantra. While the contact's son was taking out the trash, he noticed that the rear brake lights were illuminated on the vehicle without warning. The contact attempted to turn the brake lights off, but was unsuccessful. The contact unplugged the fuse box in order for the brake lights to turn off. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided the contact with reference number: 16138484. No further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 104,339.

Filed Aug 22, 2019 · Lights · 40,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 hyundai elantra. The contact was alerted by a bystander that the rear brake lights were not working. There were no warning indicators illuminated. Capitol hyundai (1050 capitol expressway auto mall, san jose, ca 95136, (669) 253-6081) was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure recurred four to five times within a year. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.

Filed Oct 18, 2017 · Airbags, Engine · 60,000 miles · NV

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 hyundai elantra. While driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle jerked and the air bag indicator illuminated. Also, the brake lights failed to work. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer (henderson hyundai, 46 n boulder hwy, henderson, nc 89015) where it was diagnosed that the fuel injector was clogged and the vehicle had an oil leak. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 60,000.

Filed May 15, 2017 · Driver assistance, Lights · 114,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 hyundai elantra. While driving approximately 35 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the exterior brake lights failed to illuminate. The contact drove the vehicle to an auto part store, but the employee could not determine what fuse the vehicle needed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v871000 (electronic stability control). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 114,000.