2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring

Recalls

1 recall names the 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring. Newest first.

• Structure › Frame and members

  Jun 10, 2014NHTSA 14V31000035,000 vehicles

  Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Elantra Touring vehicles manufactured December 15, 2009, through May 7, 2012. The affected vehicles have a support bracket attached to the headliner that may become displaced during a side curtain airbag deployment.

  Risk and remedy

  Risk

  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 recall began on July 28, 2014. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 117.

  Full recall details →

Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Suspension6
2. Air bags4
3. Power train3
4. Electrical system3
5. Wheels2
6. Steering2
7. Tires2
8. Unknown or other2
9. Engine and engine cooling1
10. Exterior lighting1

Latest complaints

• Jul 19, 2019GA102,000 mi
  Steering

  With the engine started and in park you can turn the steering wheel right or left and it has a thumping noise. It seems like it doesn't affect the steering but this IS the car my wife drives and it makes her very nervous. It makes you very uncomfortable driving the car because you don't know if the steering wheel IS going to lock up and cause a serious accident.

• Jun 28, 2019MO
  Exterior lighting
  Unable to read the part of the dash that tells milage during the day. Only able to read it at night. Therefore, when I had my oil changed today, the mechanic had to ask me if I knew the mileage since he was unable to read it. I told him approx what I had last noticed it last night. This IS a…

  Unable to read the part of the dash that tells milage during the day. Only able to read it at night. Therefore, when I had my oil changed today, the mechanic had to ask me if I knew the mileage since he was unable to read it. I told him approx what I had last noticed it last night. This IS a problem when going on trips and my navigation system says to stay on a certain hwy for 16 miles, for example, and I am unable to read the display. It also makes it impossible to check my milage when I fill up with gas during the day.

• Jun 28, 2019IL8,000 mi
  Unknown or other

  I am the original owner of this vehicle. I have had four instrument clusters replaced due to the display panel fading in the hot weather. The problem IS happening again and it would appear that I now need a 5TH instrument cluster. Surely, there must be some thing that hyundai can do to fix this ongoing issue. The odometer, mileage range and gear position display are affected.

• Jun 8, 2019NJ72,000 mi
  Structure › Body · Unknown or other

  The driver window dropped to the door while I was driving. I went to the hyundai dealer who charged me over &400 and stated that this issue IS very common for elantra. I have elantra touring and my car IS no qualified for recall.

• Apr 6, 2019AZ76,000 mi
  Suspension

  In the left rear suspension, the trailing arm broke off where the anti-roll bar IS mounted, to where the anti-roll bar IS no longer connected to the suspension. the clunking noise that resulted from this was first noticed in early march 2019, and occurs when going over bumps in the road. The date of occurrence of 3/1/19 IS approximate.

• Mar 16, 2019WI100,939 mi
  Engine
  My issue IS with automaker hyundai and a known manufacturing defect in the engines of some 2011-2013 hyundai elantra cars. I own one of these cars. It IS for my daughter, 17, who paid the majority of the $7000 with her own money to buy the car. she has put around 6-7 thousand miles on it since she…

  My issue IS with automaker hyundai and a known manufacturing defect in the engines of some 2011-2013 hyundai elantra cars. I own one of these cars. It IS for my daughter, 17, who paid the majority of the $7000 with her own money to buy the car. she has put around 6-7 thousand miles on it since she bought it and despite having the car looked at by a mechanic prior to purchase, the engine has developed a ticking/knocking notice. After taking it to a local dealer in milwaukee, amamto hyundai, they have said the issue IS a bad rod bearing and the engine will have to be replaced. The cost IS in excess of $4000 - more than half if what she paid for the car. I have done some extensive research on the web over the last 10-14 days and have found this problem IS a common issue with these engines, but a recall has not been issued by hyundai for the elantra. It IS interesting to note that they have recently issued recalls for other models for very similar defects in the engine, done in the manufacturing process, that cause the engine to fail and or catch fire in the hyundai sonata and the KIA soul. I have gone to hyundai warranty direct and have filed a complaint, but I was denied as we are the second owner and beyond the 60,000-mile warranty. Hyundai does offer a 100,000 mile on some cars and in some cases have replaced the engine. But, in the research that I have, hyundai tries to 'dodge and deny' at all cost. I have even found a link to a pending class-action suit for my very issue. I have proof and documentation to show you that backs up what I have found. I also have a service bulletin issued by hyundai in march of 2014 (#14-20-002) that clearly states the manufacturing defect causes the engine to knock and the repair IS to replace the engine.

• Jan 7, 2019NE62,500 mi
  Air bags
  The dashboard srs airbag warning light went on yesterday and remained on as long as my vehicle was in motion. After turning off the engine, the warning light did not turn on again. The dealer's service technician thinks it IS probably the clock spring because this IS a common issue. He said to…

  The dashboard srs airbag warning light went on yesterday and remained on as long as my vehicle was in motion. After turning off the engine, the warning light did not turn on again. The dealer's service technician thinks it IS probably the clock spring because this IS a common issue. He said to bring it in right away because the airbag will not deploy if the warning light IS on. He looked up my vin and said my vehicle does not qualify for the 15 year, unlimited mileage extended warranty for the clock spring which hyundai issued for some vehicles. He quoted $140 just to diagnose the problem.

• Feb 15, 2018VA95,000 mi
  Power train

  The power train does not shift at times, sticks in 3RD gear, pops in and out while driving between 30 and 35 mph.

• Apr 15, 2016OH20,000 mi
  Electrical system
  The odometer IS completely unreadable. I know this sounds strange, the only time I can see it completely clear IS in cold fall weather in the early morning. It has been this way for quite a while. It was not covered under warranty when I reported it to the dealer. we cannot afford to replace the…

  The odometer IS completely unreadable. I know this sounds strange, the only time I can see it completely clear IS in cold fall weather in the early morning. It has been this way for quite a while. It was not covered under warranty when I reported it to the dealer. we cannot afford to replace the cluster lighting that would fix it. this IS in motion or stationary. we have no way of knowing how many miles we have on it until the weather IS right for viewing. I know I have seen this issue on forums before. it should be a recalled part.

• Apr 15, 2016OH100,000 mi
  Power train

  When accelerating the car gets stuck between 25 and 40 mph. it wont proceed to the next gear. I have to lay off the gas, let it drop back down and hope that it works the next time I accelerate. The transmission fluid IS not low. the car IS in motion while this issue happens.

• May 5, 2015MI34,000 mi
  Air bags
  My car IS subject to nhtsa campaign number 14v-310 recall for air bags. I received a recall from hyundai that advises me to go to www.hyundaiusa.com/campaign117 to schedule the repair. I have tried 4 times to schedule the repair, but the website does not work. it confirms my vin, but when I…

  My car IS subject to nhtsa campaign number 14v-310 recall for air bags. I received a recall from hyundai that advises me to go to www.hyundaiusa.com/campaign117 to schedule the repair. I have tried 4 times to schedule the repair, but the website does not work. it confirms my vin, but when I enter my zip code, the site locks up so I never get to the site where I schedule the repair. what good IS a recall if hyundai won't let me schedule the repair? help please. *tr

• Jan 12, 2015FL12,200 mi
  Engine and engine cooling · Power train
  While on a trip engine light came on and transmission started to slip. Dealer told me it was cheap gas, which I just filled up with mobil gas. Also I just changed oil and told it was caused by a pint overfill. They must have put on computer and adjusted specs and turned engine light off. I lost 5…

  While on a trip engine light came on and transmission started to slip. Dealer told me it was cheap gas, which I just filled up with mobil gas. Also I just changed oil and told it was caused by a pint overfill. They must have put on computer and adjusted specs and turned engine light off. I lost 5 miles to gallon, also doesn't shift just right. I read some complaints on internet about transmission trouble on my touring model. They stopped making the model in 2012? The dealer was in cocoa beach fl. Car bought at dealer new in npw fl. I plan a 3000 mi return trip soon, afraid to take car incase I get stuck on hwy. *tr

• Jan 7, 2015IL18,000 mi
  Electrical system · Suspension
  I had car jumped 10-12 times, battery replaced ,alternator replaced ,if turn radio on when engine off for 15 minutes car will not start ,this has happened multiple times continue's.furthermore water leaking 2X'S from,passenger side heat vent; leather steering wheel color coming off,1st 4 months of…

  I had car jumped 10-12 times, battery replaced ,alternator replaced ,if turn radio on when engine off for 15 minutes car will not start ,this has happened multiple times continue's.furthermore water leaking 2X'S from,passenger side heat vent; leather steering wheel color coming off,1st 4 months of having car very bad smell I had to drive with my window open or got headache's. I was told this was normal,and would wear off. Also sway bar replaced 2'S, dealer had told me hyundai didn't want to put anymore money into my car,and just to trade it in problems continue. I am awaiting answer from company.i am in outside sales therefore depend on my car, ihave to carry jumper cables with me all the time. Iam awaiting answer from the company. *tr

• Oct 23, 2014FL60,424 miFire
  Tires
  I purchased 4 tires on 6/14/2013, and had to replace them all of three of them on 8/11/2014. For belt separation. The could not drive the car, it would not stay on the road. I contacted bridgestone on 8/20/2014, to report the 3 faulty tires, and they have not gotten back with me. I have reached out…

  I purchased 4 tires on 6/14/2013, and had to replace them all of three of them on 8/11/2014. For belt separation. The could not drive the car, it would not stay on the road. I contacted bridgestone on 8/20/2014, to report the 3 faulty tires, and they have not gotten back with me. I have reached out several times to them with no reply. They gave me a reference# and that was it. I drove approx.20,000 miles on the tires. I want them to look in to the tires to make sure they are not faulty. But I can not get a response from them. The make IS fuzion touring 91H. By sending this email I hope someone will look into this. I would hate to think if I was driving down the hwy. I would have been killed , worst yet the other cars on the road would have been effected. I can not express how scary this was for me. *tr

• Jun 20, 2014PA2,000 mi
  Suspension
  I own a 2012 hyundai elantra limited, while driving on a road with bumps the car skipsor sways back and forth, the car feels like you are going to lose control also if you have the cruise control on and you hit bumps the cruise well turn off by itself causing the car to slow down in traffic.…

  I own a 2012 hyundai elantra limited, while driving on a road with bumps the car skipsor sways back and forth, the car feels like you are going to lose control also if you have the cruise control on and you hit bumps the cruise well turn off by itself causing the car to slow down in traffic. Between the two problems, it's a very uneasy feeling when driving this vehicle over bumps, the feeling of losing control and slowing down IS a very bad problem. I have complained to the dealer ship and try blamed on the low profile tires that come stock on this vehicle...this can happen at any speed or bump sometimes the smallest of bumps can cause this. *tr

• Apr 7, 2014NY7,000 mi
  Suspension · Tires · Wheels

  Car gets blowouts, rim damage, or sidewall bubbles when hitting potholes. The combination of the suspension and tire size does not work . The wheels are p215/45r17. *tr

• Oct 22, 2013FL16 mi
  Steering · Suspension

  Wandering all over the road. Pulls right most of the time. Currently have 19000miles, 7 alignments, new set of ties. After alignment vehicle will drive straight for 15-20 min. Then starts pulling again. This has been an issue since day 1. *tr

• Sep 4, 2013LA39,990 miCrash2 injuries
  Air bags
  I was hit from behind by at super duty ford 250 going approx 50 mph. I was stopped and was pushed a car length into a chevy silverado who was also stopped, my trunk took most of the damage but the front end was pretty bad too, but my airbags didn't deploy. Not sure of the mph of the impact to the…

  I was hit from behind by at super duty ford 250 going approx 50 mph. I was stopped and was pushed a car length into a chevy silverado who was also stopped, my trunk took most of the damage but the front end was pretty bad too, but my airbags didn't deploy. Not sure of the mph of the impact to the front of the vehicle, but both driver and passenger have neck strain and back strain; along with multiple bruises from the seat belt. I know the airbags have a sensor, but could they be messed up? *jb

• Aug 26, 2013SC25,500 mi
  Suspension

  Tire wear IS excessive causing tires to wear on inside to point of dangerous. There IS no adjustment in alignment to take care of this . Found this to happen after 13,000 alignment. Hyundai forum other people having same problem dealer just seems to think it IS owner caused. Need to get new tires or park car! *tr

• May 23, 2013TX1,100 mi
  Electrical system
  Purchased car new june 2012, car was not started for about three days tried to start car, would not start. I jump started car to get it to the shop, said water in battery low, about 1 month later, same thing, dealer kept car, replaced battery several times, unplugged wires, chased wires from front…

  Purchased car new june 2012, car was not started for about three days tried to start car, would not start. I jump started car to get it to the shop, said water in battery low, about 1 month later, same thing, dealer kept car, replaced battery several times, unplugged wires, chased wires from front to back, dealer called twice, went to pick up car, would not start at dealer. out of shop, kept about 3 weeks, same thing, dealer kept in shop for another 35 days, plus this time it had a big dent in left door, gas leak,part of heat shield had not replaced, rust on the frame where battery acid was spilled, rust on engine and surrounding parts. got out of shop, had it for 1 week, same thing not start, dealer called wrecker, hauled off, contacted me said would title it as a lemon. there was a recall on those size tires, matter of fact they were made in vn. *tr

• Jan 5, 2013MA18,000 mi
  Wheels

  The first of several sidewall bulges appeared on the tires. Tires (kumho solus 215/45r17) fail frequently with uneven sidewall wear and blowouts. Expensive to repair on tires that should easily last 50K miles. Overall cabin noise IS ridiculous. We were sold 17 inch alloy rims as a added "feature" on this car but given the car's performance and frequency of tire failure a 16 inch wheel would have been much safer. *tr

• Dec 17, 2012CT1,800 miCrash1 injury
  Air bags
  TL* the contact owns a 2012 hyundai elantra touring. While driving 15 mph through an intersection, a vehicle crashed into the passenger's side of the contact's vehicle. The contact stated that the front passenger sustained a cerebral hemorrhage, a cracked rib and suffered several headaches. The…

  TL* the contact owns a 2012 hyundai elantra touring. While driving 15 mph through an intersection, a vehicle crashed into the passenger's side of the contact's vehicle. The contact stated that the front passenger sustained a cerebral hemorrhage, a cracked rib and suffered several headaches. The contact stated that the air bags failed to deploy. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the air bag failure. The failure mileage was 1,800. .... Updated 02-20-13 *bf the consumer stated the vehicle was totaled according to the insurrance company. Updated 02/25/2013 *js

Defect investigations

NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.

• Headliner Bracket Detachment

  RQ13004Opened Dec 4, 2013Closed Jun 24, 2014Recall 14V310000
  Hyundai is conducting a safety recall to reinforce the attachment of the metal support bracket to the headliner assembly in approximately 35,000 model year (MY) 2010-2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring vehicles built from December 15, 2009 through May 7, 2012 (see NHTSA recall 14V-310 for more information).These Elantra…

  Hyundai is conducting a safety recall to reinforce the attachment of the metal support bracket to the headliner assembly in approximately 35,000 model year (MY) 2010-2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring vehicles built from December 15, 2009 through May 7, 2012 (see NHTSA recall 14V-310 for more information).These Elantra Touring vehicles have a common headliner bracket design while the earlier MY 2009-2010 Elantra Touring vehicles have a headliner bracket design that utilizes a shorter length bracket which, should it become separated from the headliner, is unlikely to be displaced into the path of the driver or any occupant.During this investigation, ODI identified a MY 2010 subject vehicle in a salvage yard with a deployed driver-side curtain air bag that showed the headliner bracket displaced downward into the driver's window area.Also, during a static side curtain air bag deployment test conducted by Hyundai, the headliner bracket almost completely separated from the headliner.The headliner tested came out of a MY 2010 subject vehicle.Finally, ODI identified two warranty claims on the subject vehicles that indicate potential headliner bracket issues.Warranty records for these claims indicate vehicle owners complaining of noise or rattling coming from the headliner area and Hyundai dealer technicians reported finding brackets that came loose or unglued from the headliner.ODI is not aware of any related injury allegations.This investigation was opened to evaluate the scope of NHTSA Recall (13V115) influenced by an earlier ODI investigation (EA12-008).EA12-008 involved the same defect issue on MY 2011-2013 Elantra models, and a similar remedy approach was utilized in the 13V115 recall action.Based on the recall action taken by Hyundai, this investigation is closed.

Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 11000788A class settlement against Hyundai Motor America (HMA) that had alleged that certain 2011 2022 model year Hyundai vehicles that were not equipped with an engine immobilizer (called the Class Vehicles) contain design flaws, including the failure to manufacture the Class Vehicles with an anti-theft device called an engine immobilizer, that make them susceptible to theft and damage. Class Vehicles manufactured without an engine immobilizer have traditional turn-key-to-start ignition systems.
• 11000314A class settlement against Hyundai Motor America (HMA) that had alleged that certain 2011 2022 model year Hyundai vehicles that were not equipped with an engine immobilizer (called the Class Vehicles) contain design flaws, including the failure to manufacture the Class Vehicles with an anti-theft device called an engine immobilizer, that make them susceptible to theft and damage. Class Vehicles manufactured without an engine immobilizer have traditional turn-key-to-start ignition systems.
• 10251285This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming partially separated on the inner side of the wiper blade, which could lead to poor wiping performance and/or possible scratching of the windshield glass. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to properly remove the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all new wiper blades.
• 10251282Hyundai has launched an anti-theft software upgrade and window decal campaign (Campaign 993), combined with an anti-theft steering wheel lock campaign (Campaign P32), and anti-theft ignition cylinder protector campaign (Campaign 9A5) in response to an increase in thefts of certain 2011-2022MY Hyundai vehicles not equipped with engine immobilizers targeted through social media. Campaign 9A8 has also been released to provide a revised software update to certain 2018 model year Elantra vehicles. For certain vehicles that cannot be upgraded with the software under Campaign 993, Hyundai is offering customers an anti-theft ignition cylinder protector to be installed on their vehicle. This Dealer Best Practices Guide provides information to assist dealership personnel with customer questions relating to the immobilizer software upgrade, window decals and steering wheel lock anti-theft solutions available from HMA through Hyundai dealerships.
• 10251275Hyundai has launched an anti-theft software upgrade and window decal campaign (Campaign 993), combined with an anti-theft steering wheel lock campaign (Campaign P32), and anti-theft ignition cylinder protector campaign (Campaign 9A5) in response to an increase in thefts of certain 2011-2022MY Hyundai vehicles not equipped with engine immobilizers targeted through social media. For certain vehicles that cannot be upgraded with the software (Campaign 993), Hyundai is offering customers an anti-theft ignition cylinder protector to be installed on their vehicle. This Dealer Best Practices Guide provides information to assist dealership personnel with customer questions relating to the immobilizer software upgrade, window decals and steering wheel lock anti-theft solutions available from HMA through Hyundai dealers.
• 10249707Hyundai has launched an anti-theft software upgrade and window decal campaign (Campaign 993), combined with an anti-theft steering wheel lock campaign (Campaign P32), and anti-theft ignition cylinder protector campaign (Campaign 9A5) in response to an increase in thefts of certain 2011-2022MY Hyundai vehicles not equipped with engine immobilizers targeted through social media. For certain vehicles that cannot be upgraded with the software (Campaign 993), Hyundai is offering customers steering wheel locks at the dealer (Campaign P32). This Dealer Best Practices Guide provides information to assist dealership personnel with customer questions relating to the immobilizer software upgrade, window decals and steering wheel lock ant-theft solutions available from HMA through Hyundai dealers.
• 10249702Certain Hyundai vehicles may not be equipped with an immobilizer. This bulletin provides the service procedure to install a key cylinder reinforcement protector assembly and installation of two anti-theft decals on the front windows.
• 10247611Hyundai has launched an anti-theft software upgrade and window decal campaign (Campaign 993), combined with an anti-theft steering wheel lock campaign (Campaign P32), and anti-theft ignition cylinder protector campaign (Campaign 9A5) in response to an increase in thefts of certain 2011-2022MY Hyundai vehicles not equipped with engine immobilizers targeted through social media. For certain vehicles that cannot be upgraded with the software (Campaign 993), Hyundai is offering customers steering wheel locks at the dealer (Campaign P32). This Dealer Best Practices Guide provides information to assist dealership personnel with customer questions relating to the immobilizer software upgrade, window decals and steering wheel lock ant-theft solutions available from HMA through Hyundai dealers.
• 10247608Certain Hyundai vehicles may not be equipped with an immobilizer. This bulletin provides the service procedure to install a key cylinder reinforcement protector assembly and installation of two anti-theft decals on the front windows.
• 10247189This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services.
• 10244994Hyundai Motor America is offering steering wheel locks to owners of certain 2011 2017MY vehicles that are not eligible for Service Campaign 993 anti-theft software. This bulletin describes the procedure to provide the steering wheel locks to customers on the dealership service drive.
• 10238383Hyundai has launched an anti-theft software upgrade and window decal campaign (Campaign 993), combined with an anti-theft steering wheel lock campaign (Campaign P32), in response to an increase in thefts of certain 2011-2022MY Hyundai vehicles not equipped with engine immobilizers targeted through social media. For certain vehicles that cannot be updated with the software (Campaign 993), Hyundai is offering customers steering wheel locks at the dealer (Campaign P32).
• 10238381Hyundai Motor America is offering steering wheel locks to owners of certain 2011 2017MY vehicles that are not eligible for Service Campaign 993 anti-theft software. This bulletin describes the procedure to provide the steering wheel locks to customers on the dealership service drive.
• 10235566Hyundai applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships. It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust, acid rain, and industrial fallout. In rare cases, the paint can become clouded under the PPF. These spots are the result of moisture trapped between the PPF and the paint.
• 10230904This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. Lamp assembly replacement is NOT necessary in most cases. This condition can be eliminated by turning on the lamps with the engine running for several minutes or during normal driving operation.
• 10217258Effective June 2, 2008, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 110 (FMVSS 110) established a threshold for correcting load carrying capacity information indicated on tire placards when vehicle weight has been increased before retail sale. This limit is the lesser of 1.5% of GVWR or 100 pounds. If the total added weight exceeds the lesser of the limit, a label must be added to the driver-side B-pillar within 25mm (1 inch) of the original tire placard.
• 10217251Follow the guidelines outlined in this bulletin to inspect and clean or replace certain components of the engine intake system accordingly during engine short block or sub-assembly replacement.
• 10196546Hyundai approves only the ATF, DCT gear oil and IVT gear oil specified in the vehicles owners manual. Use of other ATF may result in improper shift quality or other drivability conditions. Use of other DCT and IVT gear oil may result in reduced durability. Hyundai does not approve the use of any aftermarket ATF or gear oil additives.
• 10190044This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps.
• 10190038This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
• 10189989This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.
• 10183963This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear around the brake caliper area.
• 10183960This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. For all wheel/tire balance claims, the Tire Balance Data Sheet must be fully completed including imbalance and Road Force Variation (RFV) data. The Data Sheet can be found at the end of this bulletin.
• 10178175This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. Lamp assembly replacement is NOT necessary in most cases. This condition can be eliminated by turning on the lamps with the engine running for several minutes, or during normal driving operation.
• 10176182This bulletin provides information on tire maintenance best practices and procedures for dealers and customers to maximize tire life and performance.
• 10176178This bulletin describes the general guidelines to help disinfect and protect vehicle exterior/interior surfaces using recommended safe chemical products.
• 10174808This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: A Battery SOC alert - low Battery State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. A 30 Day alert - vehicle has not started and reported an SOC in 30 days.
• 10174807The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions:
• 10173546This bulletin describes the general guidelines to disinfect and protect vehicle interior surfaces using certain safe chemical products.
• 10172142This bulletin describes the requirements for all wheel alignment and/or vehicle tracking claims and best practices when diagnosing and conducting alignment-related repairs for all models and model years.
• 10170883This bulletin provides guidelines to inspect the USB, head unit, and multi-box for common connection conditions. 2. This bulletin presents guidelines to inspect for common Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connection conditions. 3. This bulletin provides physical differences between the USB 2.0 port and USB 3.0 port.
• 10169370The Blind Spot Detection (BSD) or Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) is a system that measures the speed of and distance from the following vehicles by using two magnetic wave radar sensors attached in the rear bumper. The BSD/BCW detects vehicles within the blind spot zone and gives off an alarm (visual and audible). The two magnetic radar sensors provide these functions for BSD/BCW: ? Senses other vehicles in the BSD/BCW zone and turns on the BSD/BCW warning lamp for the driver. The warning lamp starts blinking, along with an audible sound, when the driver turns on the turn signal lamp to enter the lane where another vehicle is driving.
• 10167253This bulletin provides instruction detailing the proper methodology for scanning and uploading captured GDS data files to the Techline Repository. Compliance with this bulletin ensures that the GDS data files are correctly transferred and matched with a Techline Case number.
• 10160098This bulletin provides the procedure to write the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) during the replacement of the Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Once the VIN has been programmed to the ECM/PCM, it cannot be removed or overwritten.
• 10142693On certain 2012 Elantra Touring (FD), the LCD screen display in the cluster may exhibit no illumination. If there is no illumination, the odometer, gear selection, and door ajar information will not be visible by the driver.
• 10125175Hyundai Motor America is conducting a Service Campaign to inspect and (if necessary) replace the instrument cluster LCD screen on certain 2012 Elantra Touring vehicles. Service Campaign T2N provides a service procedure to inspect and replace the LCD screen.
• 10125161On certain 2012 Elantra Touring (FD), the LCD screen display in the cluster may exhibit no illumination. If there is no illumination, the odometer, gear selection, and door ajar information will not be visible by the driver.
• 10110926Hyundai has announced an extended warranty for the motor driven power steering (MDPS) coupling on the following vehicles: ? 2011-2014 Sonata (YFa), 2011-2014 Sonata Hybrid (YF HEV) ? 2007-2015 Elantra (HD, MD/UD), 2009-2012 Elantra Touring (FD) The MDPS been extended to 10 years from the date of original delivery or the date of first use, or 100,000 miles, whichever occurs first. This warranty extension applies to all original and subsequent owners of the affected vehicles.
• 10110922The MDPS (motor driven power steering) assembly contains a flexible rubber coupling which may wear over time resulting in a slight "clicking" or "thud" type noise when turning the steering wheel. The warranty coverage for this coupling has been extended to 10 years from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use or 100,000 miles, whichever occurs first. This bulletin describes the service procedure to replace the coupling. Refer to the warranty and service parts information outlined in this bulletin whenever MDPS coupling replacement is required.
• 10082455"The pcm or tcm contains logic to adjust solenoid duty and line pressure as needed to compensate for normal clutch wear over the life of the transaxle. This bulletin provides the procedures necessary to reset (erase) and relearn the pcm/tcm adaptive values. After the following repairs have been completed, the pcm/tcm adaptive values must be reset in order to provide optimum shift quality. If the procedure IS not performed, the transmission may experience a shift flare or harsh shift. H replace automatic transaxle or pcm/tcm h reprogram or exchange a pcm/tcm from another vehicle"

Every Hyundai Elantra Touring model year

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