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2005 hyundai Elantra airbags problems
severe 65 complaints filed with NHTSA
· avg repair $1,100
Complaints
65
Recalls
2
Crashes
21
Avg fix
$1,100
Related recalls
severeNHTSA 05V47900017/10/2005
CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN ADVANCED AIR BAG SYSTEM
THE POSSIBILITY OF MISCLASSIFICATION OF A CRS AS AN ADULT MAY ALLOW THE RIGHT FRONT AIRBAG OR SIDE IMPACT AIRBAG TO DEPLOY IN A CRASH AND COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO THE RIGHT FRONT OCCUPANT.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE VEHICLE'S OCS ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) TO REMOVE THE FEATURE THAT MAY CAUSE THE CRS TO BE RECOGNIZED AS AN ADULT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 15, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI OF PUERTO RICO AT 1-800-981-0188.
severeNHTSA 05V39500012/09/2005
CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN ADVANCED AIR BAG SYSTEM
THE POSSIBILITY OF MISCLASSIFICATION OF A CRS AS AN ADULT MAY ALLOW THE RIGHT FRONT AIRBAG OR SIDE IMPACT AIRBAG TO DEPLOY IN A CRASH AND COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO THE RIGHT FRONT OCCUPANT.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE VEHICLE'S OCS ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) TO REMOVE THE FEATURE THAT MAY CAUSE THE CRS TO BE RECOGNIZED AS AN ADULT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 31, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI AT 1-800-633-5151.
What owners are reporting
8 most recent
airbags
· filed 12/23/2011
PASSENGER SEAT PPD IS DEFECTIVE AND CAUSING MY AIR BAG LIGHT TO BE ON. DEALERSHIP SAYS I AM NOT UNDER RECALL BUT THERE ARE HUNDREDS OF SIMILAR COMPLAINTS ONLINE ABOUT HYUNDAI AND AIRBAG RELATED ISSUES. *TR
airbags
· filed 12/22/2005
DT: THE CONTACT STATED THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP TWICE. THE FIRST TIME THEY TOLD THE CONTACT THAT THE OCCUPANT WAS NOT SITTING IN THE SEAT PROPERLY. SHORTLY AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND THEY FOUND NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN 05V395000. THEY REPROGRAMMED THE SENSOR, AND THIS DID NOT CORRECT THE PROBLEM. AF…
airbags
· filed 12/05/2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN USE, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. BEAVERTON HYUNDAI (13255 SW FARMINGTON RD, BEAVERTON, OR 97005, (877) 812-0866) WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A RECALL. THE CONTACT PURCHASED A SCANNER AND DIAGNOSED THAT THE AIR BAG OCS ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHIC…
airbags
· filed 11/28/2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED INDICATING THE AIR BAG WAS INOPERABLE. A NHTSA RECALL, #05V395000 WAS PERFORMED ON THE VEHICLE CONCERNING, THE AIR BAG HOWEVER, THE RECALL DID NOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM. THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN TO THE DEALERSHIP THREE TIMES SINCE THE RECALL LETTER WAS RECEIVED HOWEVER, THE PROBLEM PERSISTED.
airbags
· filed 11/27/2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE CAUSING A CRASH. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES, AND A POLICE REPORT WAS TAKEN. THE VEHICLE WAS DEEMED TOTALED.
airbags
· filed 11/25/2017
PASSENGERS SEAT WAS CHECKED .FAULTY SENSOR IN SEAT .$1800. 00 TO FIX .CANT AFFORD TO FIX ON A FIXED INCOME
airbags
· filed 11/19/2013
TOOK SHARP TURN RIGHT TO MISS A CAR THAT WAS HEADED FOR ME HIT A TELEPHONE POLE, NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. INJURIES INCLUDED CONCUSSION, WHIP LASH, BROKEN HAND, BRUISED RIBS, GLASS AND CUTS IN HEAD FROM WINDSHIELD, LIP WAS TORN IN HALF AND BRUISED, TWO DAY HOSPITAL STAY AND A TOTALED CAR. *TR
airbags
· filed 11/08/2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. THE CONTACT STARTED THE IGNITION AND NOTICED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTINUOUSLY. THE MALFUNCTION WOULD OCCUR EVEN WITH THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPIED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 05V395000 (AIR BAGS)…
Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2005 hyundai Elantra?
It's a meaningful issue. 65 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to airbags?
Yes — 2 active recall(s) cover airbags issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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