The contact's wife owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal clicking noise would emit from the engine without warning. The contact had initially taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic who informed him that the clicking noise was a knocking noise that could potentially lead to engine failure. The contact then took the vehicle to a dealer where they acknowledged that metal shavings had entered the engine which caused the knocking noise. He was then informed that the vehicle was out of warranty and there were no recalls on the vehicle. The manufacturer was then notified of the failure. An email was sent to the manufacturer to reconsider placing the vehicle under warranty however, the contact had not received a response. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 101,000.
2013 Hyundai Elantra engine complaints
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At approximately 35,000 to 45,000 miles my car started stopping violently on its own. It would jerk violently,make loud grinding and squealing noises and stop randomly on its own free will. This started happening repeatedly. Then after it would happen the car would not go when pressing the gas pedal. It would take quite a while before the car would get momentum back. This became very dangerous to myself and my kids. I purchased this car brand new. I got rid of it by trading it in at 78,000 miles. I contacted Hyundai and tried to resolve the issue and they were no help whatsoever.
The car experienced (1) poor acceleration, (2) check engine light come on, (3) engine stalling, (4) Tachometer drops to zero. It was first found the MAP sensor was faulty. After the sensor was replaced, the car ran but stalled again intermittently. It was found the problem was caused by crank shaft position sensor (fault code P0335). After the senor was replaced about three weeks ago, the car has been running fine.
My vehicle had been parked in my driveway and when I went to start the car it wouldn't start, but it began making this knocking noise. I had no idea what caused this, but it was extremely embarrassing and the only thing I could think of was to disconnect the battery. And that's when I heard the noise coming from the engine.
We brought our vehicle in, under warranty, for engine noises and stalling. We were told the previous owner could have neglected maintenance and we should do more frequent oil changes to solve the issue(oil sludge). This went on for months and the issue only got worse. By the time the issue was diagnosed(pistons), we were out of warranty and noone would help us. We later found out they covered some bearing issues, but not piston issues. We did everything recommended. They refuse to give me documents, I have asked many times for them(mcgrath hyundai of cedar rapids). This was 2 years ago. We entered a class action suit thinking we would get the help we deserved. We aren't getting help from the settlement and they are now saying we were out of warranty upon purchase of the vehicle. If we had the money to replace we would be getting full reimbursement, but we get nothing since we were financially unable. The people that did get the replacement engine are still having issues. I would like this engine to be recalled because I feel it is unsafe and not the driver/purchasers fault.
113,000-114,000 miles on car. Started making a ticking noise that sounded like it was coming from the top of the motor. Sounded like lifters or a hard knocking. Parked as soon as it started it and towed it to a shop. They said the ticking sound was more than likely from the piston assembly. They called it a piston slap. However upon taking the valve covers off they found the timing chain was slapping around, bent valves and a bad piston. Our daughter done all of her oil changes regularly and didn't hotrod the vehicle. She was also going slow up our driveway when it happened. No noise prior to this at all.
Hyundai has a known factory defective motor for my model of car. It is part of a class action lawsuit called the engine cold engine defective motor case. My model and location makes me eligible for a new motor. Hyundai is denying me a new motor based on a rebuilt title. My car was rear-ended and the body was rebuilt. The engine was not affected by the accident. My engine is knocking and will seize up and quit anytime if my motor is not replaced, which hyundai is refusing to do. They are knowingly sending me down the road with a factory defective motor that could potentially seize up on the highway. This motor should be recalled by hyundai so that all of us effected are able to drive safely.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 hyundai elantra. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was a loud ticking sound coming from the engine. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to woodhouse hyundai of omaha (8410 s 145th st, omaha, ne 68138) where it was diagnosed and the contact was informed that the engine short block needing to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The manufacturer informed the contact that the vehicle was over 100,000 miles and therefore no assistance would be provided. The failure mileage was approximately 133,000.
Engine make tapping noise when a cold starting the noise will slow down will it is worming up but you still hear it was look at by 2 diffrant car shop repair and both said it could be rocker arm or leffters
Bought used 3 weeks ago and it died while driving on incline, has been making a ticking noise, and sluggish, stereo turned off by itself.
A ticking/knocking noise is going on in the engine, powertrain. It's been happening since I bought the vehicle and is worse in cold weather. It is believed to be a valve train issue. The knocking gets worse when I accelerate, also. This appears to be a known problem with 2013 hyundai elantras, but there isn't a recall for the engine. I contacted hyundai and they've been slow to respond. My vehicle is currently with the business that I bought it from. They're using the quick, temporary warranty to get a new used engine, but I'm concerned that the same ticking/knocking noise will occur with the new used engine, because they refuse to use a different brand engine. I'd prefer that hyundai do a straight up recall for the engines that consistently perform this way - with a knocking noise that hinders the performance of the vehicle.
The engine makes piston slap noise when outside temperature is cold around 50 or below fahrenheit. The engine will make loud clapping noise for about 30 seconds. There is a design flaw. Possible cause is piston skirt being to short causing side to side movement when cold. Hyundai is aware of the problem. In canada hyundai has issued a bulletin to its dealers about the problem and has notified them to replace the engine.
When I start my car the engine ticks I believe it's supposed to be a piston issue also my seatbelts don't properly secure I have to use excessive force to buckle it
The fuel rail is leaking, in dangerous of firing. The same/similar issue has been recalled/reported repeatedly
My 2013 hyundai elantra with approx. 75,000 miles, and no mechanical or cosmetic issues, caught fire while parked and turned off for 10 minutes at tavern in the square restaurant in lowell, ma. Patrons who were parked nearby heard what sounded like electrical sparks and then witnessed smoke coming from the hood which then burst into flames. They ran in to retrieve my family and I and the fire department came within 10 minutes to extinguish the flames but the car was completely destroyed by that time. I have videos and pictures that can be forwarded to you. I have attempted to contact hyundai customer service but was on hold for 40 minutes and immediately disconnected before speaking to anyone. This has been extremely stressful emotionally and financially. The car was in our garage just 30 minutes prior and this could have been much worse. There is obviously a history of issues with some other hyundai vehicles which I wasn't aware of until now but I don't see that my car was listed as a possible recall for electrical fires. It was my only mode of transportation and every penny I earned was used to purchase this vehicle less than one year ago. I do not have insurance that would cover this situation so this is a total loss. Please let me know how to proceed and also where to forward the video and photo details.
Motor blown when vehicle had 130000 miles after regular oil changes.
2013 hyundai elantra. While stationary, in city street, turning or not not turning, uncontrolled engine racing to at least 5000 RPM. To stop racing without an accident, I have to put the car in neutral and a) engine speed may go back to normal or b) repeatedly step on gas pedal to disengage racing engine. Or c) turn off engine key and try to restart. This has occurred numerous times
Noticed a oil based leak under vehicle ,have it inspected the leak is coming out of a defective air conditioner compressor ,emitting toxics freon and AC oil to the air and ground. This should be a recall for safety and pollution.
For a year straight the car has been shutting off on my while I'm driving on the street's. This is very hazardous because it randomly happens. The car will just shut off as if it lost battery power while still in driving gear. When restarting the car it can sometimes take awhile because it will make a clicking noise like there is either a problem with the engine or starter for the car. When this happens occasionally the check engine light will come on.
Loud ticking in engine, worse on cold start and acceleration diagnosed as connecting rod bearing damage known and ongoing issue on hyundai engines originally detected on 02/27/2018 check engine light illuminated and cleared by dealership returned on dealership on 02-07-2019. Dealership quoted condition normal. Returned to dealership 02/09/2020 dealership determined connecting rod bearing damage. Hyundai currently only offering 50 % coverage! This is a known and ongoing issue with hyundai engines and should be covered 100%. Vehicle currently has less than 95,000 miles on odometer. Hyundai has issed in extended warranty of $120,000 on several models with the same engine problem. Https://www.hyundaiengineinfo.com/technical-overview/#whattolookoutfor https://www.hyundaiengineinfo.com/ also, the trunk latch has completely failed along with the emergency latch opening in the trunk.
While applying brakes vehicles engine would rev up to over 5000 RPM's making it hard to stop once vehicle was stopped and gear shift was put in park the vehicle was shut off and restarted where it now was running normaly this has happened twice in the last few months once in busy traffic the other while I was pulling into my garage to get the vehicle to stop you really had to put alot of pressure on the brakes my wife won't drive it anymore for she fears she'll be in a accident I'm afraid that these high RPM's may do damage to the brakes , engine and transmission the first time this happened was a few months ago and recently yesterday march 9th 2020
Car chugged and shut off; waited and it started again, but since had ticking noise. Dealer is saying new engine needed; stated hyundai is aware of the engine wearing out prematurely and hyundai is trying to help people out if it is past the warranty by paying 90% of the cost. Hyundai should pay 100% if they are aware that it is a widespread problem. And they say it is going to take 2-4 weeks to repair.
The engine started to make a ticking sound a few weeks ago when the first cold front came in.
Engine light came on car started to skip took two certified mechanic change spark plugs two condensers engine flush and the engine start rattling engine broke loose now engine is destroyed or after a tuneup. Took back immediately and to a different mechanic for second opinion.
I am the second owner and bought it from a hyundai dealership with 45k miles on it. The car currently has 53k miles on it and the engine failed. I was driving the car and heard a knocking sound and without warning the car shut off. Luckily I was able to pull over and avoid an accent but had just gotten off the beltway. I got it towed to a aaa certified garage and they said they have seen the problem frequently with hyundai. I had purchased an extended warranty from a 3rd party and luckily the damage is covered under the 3rd party warranty. However, the engine is being replaced by a refurbished/salvaged engine so I won't know whether or not this issue will happen again and it has hurt my resale value because it will now be listed in the carfax.
Suddenly my car developed a new issue of sudden acceleration while stopped/idle. While my foot is on gas, the car will suddenly jerk forward/RPM increase. However, so far while my foot is on the brake, I haven't moved as far as I can tell but fearful it might happen while driving or it will drive forward even with foot on brake.
I've been driving this vehicle as a secondary owner since 64k miles, it's now at about 71k. I keep up with maintenance regularly, but lately it's developed a bit of a noticeable ticking especially when cold, and idles pretty rough when cold, seems to get better as the vehicle heats up. 3 times, all spaced out by a couple of months I've also experience a refusal to start, trying again usually gets it to start but one of those times it almost sounded like it was misfiring since it seemed to stumble and nearly stall. I've taken it to two shops and not one of them and has been able to determine the underlying issue like it's not even there, one of them only suggested a battery replacement which funny enough seemed to help it until recently, will be taking to hyundai soon perhaps but I see a trend of very similar symptoms on here.
Driving in the passing lane of the highway my vehicle became unable to accelerate then decelerated rapidly. I made my way over to the shoulder in a panic as the vehicle came to a stop and would not start. The check engine light, oil light, and eps light up as the vehicle decelerated. Upon taking to my mechanic I was given a techincal service bulletin and advised to work with the dealership. Once diagnosed at the dealership I was told I need a new engine and it will cost $9,000; I bought this vehicle a year ago and still owe 5,800 dollars on it. I am aware of class action lawsuits against hyundai for this issue as well as the fact that this vehicle was recalled in canada for the same issue. I am horrified at the lack of customer service and sympathy exhibited by hyundai as I made contact with corporate about the issue. I cannot be the only one to experience this safety issue and I am lucky I was able to get to the shoulder safely. This engine should not have failed at 116,000 miles and hyundai knows that though the appear ignorant to this defect when confronted.
Around 5pm on july 18th after starting up my parked car with no issues I pulled out of a parallel parking spot and made a left turn through a green arrow at the light. I was driving straight and slowly accelerating to about 30mph. I took my foot of the gas a bit to coast. I went to put my foot back on the gas but before I could within about 10sec the car slowed down and came to a halt in the middle of the road. Right as the car was slowing down all of the emergency lights such as check engine and all the other ones on the dashboard flashed. The car was completely shut off. The hazard lights did not even come on. I immediately pressed the break and turned the car back on. It started up immediately and I kept driving. Took car to hyundai dealer who found no issues after running a diagnostic.
I was driving the car in heavy traffic when the engine shutdown and was almost run into by several cars behind and beside the car. The cars engine has been determined to be seized up even though there was no warning of either low oil pressure or high engine temp or any engine malfunction indicator. The engine has been regularly maintained. This cold have been a disaster had the driver of the vehicle had not taken heroic measures to get the vehicle safely pulled over and stopped. This action could have caused the driver and possibly the other vehicles beside and behind serious injuries and or possibly a fatality. I have done some research on this issue and there are others that this has happened to. Something needs to be done about this issue before someone loses their life over it.
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