Hyundai Elantra problems
266 owner complaints with NHTSA, no active recalls. Here's where owners say it breaks.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Repair exposure runs above average — only with money set aside and eyes open.
- Steering: 33 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 54,592–125,000 mi
- Electrical system: 27 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 35,000–101,450 mi
- Reliability score 7.4/10 — around the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
Steering wheel start making a noise and becomes hard to steer driving about 35 miles per hour coming out of a highway turning into a city street. *tr
Key gets stuck in 2007 Hyundai elantra. It will turn off the engine and power to dashboard but it cannot be released from the ignition. It is constantly stuck in the ignition releasing sporadically or when the battery is completely drained because the key is always in. I…
Tl* the contact owned a 2007 Hyundai elantra. The contact stated that she parked her vehicle at home for about an hour and a neighbor informed her of a fire in the front endunder the hood. The vehicle was parked in the contact's driveway and the fire department was contacted to…
Air bag sensor has failed three times. Car was taken to the dealer today and the dealer has ordered new sensor. Air bags on the car are currently not functional. *tr
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Common questions
Is the 2007 Hyundai Elantra reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.4 out of 10 based on 266 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Hyundai Elantra is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2007 Hyundai Elantra?
The 2007 Hyundai Elantra is a higher-risk ownership prospect. Repair exposure runs above average — only with money set aside and eyes open. The record behind that call: Steering: 33 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 54,592–125,000 mi; Electrical system: 27 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 35,000–101,450 mi; Reliability score 7.4/10 — around the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2007 Hyundai Elantra?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is visibility, with 55 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 81,577 miles. Average repair cost runs about $350 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The visibility is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $350 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 81,577 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Hyundai Elantra has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Hyundai Elantra?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 266 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $350, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.