| Component | EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 20V393000 |
| Summary | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Hyundai Elantra and Sonata Hybrid, 2012 Accent and Veloster vehicles. The 12V accessory socket outlet may have been over-tightened during installation, possibly disabling the thermal fuse and allowing the outlet to overheat with prolonged use, such as by using the Tire Mobility Kit air compressor to inflate a tire. |
| Consequence | An overheated accessory outlet increases the risk of fire. |
| Remedy | Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Tire Mobility Kit accessory outlet plug with a direct-to-battery connection wire harness kit, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 193. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Mfr Report Date | 20101029 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 15V871000 |
| Summary | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Elantra vehicles manufactured October 29, 2010, to October 25, 2011. Due to an electronic stability control (ESC) sensor malfunction, the brakes for one or more wheels may be applied unexpectedly and the engine power may be reduced. These symptoms will be accompanied by illumination of the ESC indicator lamp in the instrument cluster. |
| Consequence | If the one or more of the brakes are inappropriately applied, control of the vehicle may be lost, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will verify the proper operation of the ESC sensors, and update the ESC system's calibration, free of charge. The recall began June 6, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 137. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor Company |
| Mfr Report Date | 20101112 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 13V115000 |
| Summary | Hyundai Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Elantra vehicles manufactured from November 12, 2010, through March 5, 2013. A support bracket attached to the headliner may become displaced during a side curtain airbag deployment. |
| Consequence | If the headliner support bracket makes contact with an occupant during a crash, it may cause a laceration injury. |
| Remedy | Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will apply adhesive strips to the headliner, free of charge. The safety recall began during April 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 109. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Data updated January 2023
2012 Hyundai Elantra Recall FAQs (show)
Q: Does the 2012 Hyundai Elantra have any vehicle recalls?
A: Yes, the 2012 Hyundai Elantra has atleast 4 recalls.Q: What are the 2012 Hyundai Elantra recalls?
A: The 2012 Hyundai Elantra recalls include: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL, AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW.
A: Yes, the 2012 Hyundai Elantra has atleast 4 recalls.Q: What are the 2012 Hyundai Elantra recalls?
A: The 2012 Hyundai Elantra recalls include: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL, AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW.