CarComplaints.com Notes: So far the 2011 Elantra doesn't have the same volume of transmission problems that 2010 owners are fighting with. It also doesn't have the same pattern of steering and braking complaints that are piling up with the 2013 model year.

We're not saying the 2011 is perfect -- I mean, what were they thinking advertising their MPGs -- but there are worse choices.

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
11 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
7 / 0
Average Mileage:
65,050 miles

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2011 Hyundai Elantra seat belts / air bags problems

seat belts / air bags problem

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2011 Hyundai Elantra Owner Comments (Page 1 of 4)

problem #76

Jul 032024

Elantra

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Air bag fault light is on.

- Goshen, NY, USA

problem #75

Oct 012023

Elantra

  • miles
On October 1, 2023, I started my vehicle in the driveway to having the red airbag warning light appear as a dashboard symbol. No accidents have occurred. I do not see any recalls on this issue. I-??ll be visiting the Hyundai dealership today- October 3, 2023.

- Taylorville , IL, USA

problem #74

Jul 252023

Elantra

  • miles
As the driver in a front end crash, my driver side airbag did not deploy. There was heavy front end damage and the car was unrepairable due to the front end damage. There was no prior indication that the airbag(s) were not working properly. The collision center where the car was towed was also surprised that there was no air bag deployment.

- Parma, OH, USA

problem #73

Jul 012019

Elantra

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

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.

- Albany, OR, USA

problem #72

Sep 062022

Elantra

  • 102,700 miles
The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle had not yet been taken to an independent mechanic or local dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 102,700.

- Lowville, NY, USA

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problem #71

Nov 022022

Elantra

  • miles
The air bag light on the dashboard came on and has stayed on. I got into my car in the morning as I do everyday, and the air bag light came on. The light goes out when I turn off the ignition. But the light stays on while the car is running and while I'm driving the car. This has been a problem for over a week. I haven't been involved in any accidents or incidents that led to the light coming on. And I haven't had any work done to the car that would cause this problem. I'm worried that the air bags won't deploy if I was involved in an accident. I see others all over the internet that have been having the same issue. The cost is prohibitive to have it checked and fixed. A recall should be issued. There's no reason that the air bag light should just come on and stay on. I would like Hyundai to cover the cost of checking and fixing this safety issue.

- Bronx, NY, USA

problem #70

Sep 012021

Elantra 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • 150,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that the airbag warning light was illuminated. The contact called the local dealer who informed the contact about diagnostic testing. The contact declined the diagnostic fees. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

- Rocky Ridge, MD, USA

problem #69

Jul 122021

Elantra

  • miles
The airbag light goes on and off intermittently. I've not had any accidents or anything so I'm not sure why it's doing this. A lot of people are complaining about the same problem on blogs on the internet. I think this should be a recall and be fixed for free.

- Fairfield, IL, USA

problem #68

Feb 092021

Elantra

  • miles
Airbag light

- Brooklyn, NY, USA

problem #67

May 012020

Elantra

  • 99,400 miles
The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving 35 mph, the air bag warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact was unable to activate the cruise control. The vehicle was taken to independent mechanic and was informed that the clockspring needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer empire Hyundai Inc located at 428 pleasant St, fall river, MA 02721, (833) 345-8027, and the dealer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of failure. The failure mileage was approximately 99,400.

- Fall River, MA, USA

problem #66

Jul 252020

Elantra

  • 120,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

There was no major or minor incident that would indicate an issue with the airbags. At about 07/10/20 I began to notice my airbag service light would light up after a couple minutes of driving indicating the driver seat airbag would be inoperable; however, the passenger airbag light that typically is lit "off" would not be lit indicating the passenger airbag would be currently operational. In addition I noticed that when I had a passenger the passenger airbag light ("off") would not be lit as designed and my driver seat airbag light would never turn on (indicating it being not operational.) most recently, on 07/25/20 I began to notice that the driver seat airbag would be lit from the moment I turn on the engine. It remains lit for the entirety of the drive and now the passenger side airbag seat will turn on or off spontaneously and having a passenger no longer has an effect on the driver seat airbag light.

- Kennewick, WA, USA

problem #65

May 132020

Elantra

  • 131,000 miles
Airbag light came on at wont turn off. Shop said the clock spring has to be replaced or the airbag won't deploy in a crash.

- Lemoore, CA, USA

problem #64

Jun 272020

Elantra 4-cyl

  • 127,000 miles
The light appeared with no apparent cause. When it initially came on, my husband was driving down a main road. It turns on then will go away, only to turn on again. Called the dealership and they requested I come in for a diagnostic test at $140, and I was asked to drop the vehicle off. Also, this would only be for the test and I would be charged to fix the problem once discovered. This is inconvenient as I have 2 small children and only one vehicle. I do not understand why I am being charged for something that is a safety issue, especially when I have no accidents.

- Hampton, VA, USA

problem #63

Jun 132020

Elantra 4-cyl

  • 122,350 miles
I was driving down the road going 55 mph and my airbag warning light came on. I didn't hit any large bumps. It comes on for a few minutes and then turns off.

- Champaign, IL, USA

problem #62

Jun 042020

Elantra 4-cyl

  • miles
I didn't notice exactly when happened, but basically the air bag light came on and it hasn't left. Most likely the vehicle was moving.

- Tampa, FL, USA

problem #61

Jun 022020

Elantra 4-cyl

  • 120,028 miles
While I was driving on a non-highway street my airbag light turned on. I was not turning, I did not hit any bumps, I have no idea what could have caused it. The light will stay on for a few minutes, then it will shut off and repeat. This has been occurring for about 1 week now.

- Alden, NY, USA

problem #60

Jan 012019

Elantra

  • 100,000 miles
The airbag light came on and will not go away. I have not gotten into accident nor have the airbags deployed.

- Collegeville, PA, USA

problem #59

Jun 302019

Elantra

  • 111,000 miles
The airbag light is on! I've never been in a vehicle accident or a fender bender for the life of the vehicle.I can't get an inspection sticker

- Shirley, MA, USA

problem #58

Oct 112019

Elantra

  • miles
Air bag light intermittently appears and goes off on the driver dash.

- Jacksonville, FL, USA

problem #57

Oct 042019

Elantra

  • 90,050 miles
Airbag light came on when car is started and stays on even while starting to drive. It may come off intermittently while car is motion but mostly remains on. (the only recent work accomplished was an alternator replacement by professional mechanic a week and a half prior.)

- Wesley Chapel, FL, USA

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