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2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA Safety Overview

The 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 4 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
  • Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
  • Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as an engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for HYUNDAI ELANTRA owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA 23V651000

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hyb...

An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 23V651000: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/22/2023
2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA 17V769000

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Elantra sedan, coupe and GT vehicles.

If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted, then the transmission can be shifted out of PARK without depressing the brake pedal. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 17V769000: If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/30/2017
2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA 16V574000

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model 2013 Elantra vehicles manufactured Dec...

If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted, then the transmission can be shifted out of PARK without depressing the brake pedal. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 16V574000: If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 8/2/2016
2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA 13V115000

Hyundai Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Elantra vehicles manufactured fro...

If the headliner support bracket makes contact with an occupant during a crash, it may cause a laceration injury.

NHTSA Recall 13V115000: If the headliner support bracket makes contact with an occupant during a... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/1/2013

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.