2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring: 1 recall, 22 owner complaints and up to 26 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #14V310000 · 2014 · 35,000 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles have a support bracket attached to the headliner that May become displaced during a side curtain airbag deployment.
Why it matters: If the headliner support bracket makes contact with an occupant during a crash, it May cause a laceration injury.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will apply adhesive strips to the headliner, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2014.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Suspension (6): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Airbags (4): the most common themes are fails to deploy (3).
- Electrical (3): the most common themes are leaks (2), won't start (2), electrical failure (2).
- Transmission & drivetrain (3): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (2).
The 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring has 22 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 6 Elantra Touring model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 29). Complaints peaked in 2019 (7 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 25,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2011 (29 complaints, 3 recalls), 2013 (16 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 30 | 26 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 30 | 26 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring problems?
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are suspension (6), airbags (4), electrical (3).
What gas mileage does the 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring get?
EPA ratings run up to 26 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring repair manual?
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