TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE SUN VISORS WOULD NOT REMAIN SECURE IN THE UPWARD POSITION. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE DEFECT. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 97,000.
2007 Hyundai Elantra visibility problems
moderate 55 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $350
Complaints
55
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$350
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
BOTH THE DRIVER'S SIDE AND THE PASSENGER'S SIDE SUN VISORS FELL COMPLETELY OFF WHILE I WAS DRIVING (THIS HAPPENED THREE WEEKS APART). BECAUSE THERE IS A VANITY LIGHT IN EACH VISOR, THE WIRES BROKE WHEN THE VISORS FELL. THE BARE WIRES TOUCHED AND SHORTED OUT MY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. IT'S NOT UNDER WARRANTY ANYMORE, BUT IT SEEMS AS THOUGH THIS MUST BE SOME KIND OF MANUFACTURING DEFECT SINCE IT HAPPE…
Common questions
How serious is the visibility problem on the 2007 Hyundai Elantra?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 55 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $350 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the visibility 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 $350 for visibility 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 visibility?
No active recalls currently cover visibility issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
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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