'takata recall' while driving at highway speed if I hit a slight bump or irregularity in the road rear end of car jumps around. On wet or slick roads it is even worse. From the complaints I have read I am not the only one with this problem. Hyundai needs to recall these vehicles and fix this problem before someone loses their life. I noticed an issue with stability while driving on the highway…
2013 Hyundai Elantra suspension problems
moderate 62 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $900 · see suspension across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
62
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$900
2crashes
What stands out
Of the 11 model years of Hyundai Elantra we track for suspension problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 62.
Owners have filed 62 suspension complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
Only when wet braking starts to make noise and act like it want stop. It has new brakes.*dt*jb
No spare tire , no jack or tire iron.
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Common questions
How serious is the suspension problem on the 2013 Hyundai Elantra?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 62 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $900 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the suspension typically fail?
Across the 43 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most suspension failures cluster between 11,420 and 38,431 miles, with the median around 20,500. A quarter of owners report trouble before 11,420; a quarter make it past 38,431. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $900 for suspension 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 suspension?
No active recalls currently cover suspension 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.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2013/Hyundai/Elantra.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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