2001 Hyundai Elantra Air Bags Problems
- 52
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 52 stored complaint records:
- 16 indicate a crash
- 12 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- control module · 8 records
- light illuminated · 6 records
- indicator illuminated · 6 records
- instrument panel · 6 records
- without warning · 5 records
- warning indicator · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 11 |
| 30–60k mi | 8 |
| 150–400k mi | 7 |
| 1–30k mi | 7 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Air Bags · Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Abs system failed during braking, causing rear end collision air bags did not deploy. *jb
Crash reported
ODI 10185241
Air Bags
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 hyundai elantra. The air bag warning indicator was illuminated on the instrument panel. The dealer stated that the air bag computer control module needed to be replaced, which prevented the vehicle from passing inspection. Months later, he received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign id number 08v532000 (air bags:frontal:sensor/control module). The contact called the dealer and stated that…
ODI 10251789
Air Bags · Engine And Engine Cooling · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 hyundai elantra. While driving approximately 30 mph, the brake pedal extended to the floor when it was depressed. The brakes were pumped several times before the vehicle came to a complete stop. A small amount of smoke appeared underneath the hood. The air bag and engine warning lights illuminated intermittently on the instrument panel. In addition, the contact exerted more effort to turn…
Fire reported
ODI 10242443
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 hyundai elantra. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated upon starting the vehicle and remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the failure where the dealer discovered a connection problem and cleared the failure codes. The failure recurred within one year. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer and again, the dealer reconnected the wiring…
ODI 10386106
Air Bags · Floor Shift
My air bag light comes on and off randomly while driving. I debated on whether or not to take it back because it wasn't on continuously. They always say we can't duplicate the problem. Well now the air bag light is on continuously and i set up an appointment. They called me and said the computer is showing 12 different codes for the air bags and that they noticed something sticky like pop on the wires. They said…
ODI 10132165
Air Bags · Wiring
Air bag warning light, on dashboard, continues to remain illuminated. The paramus hyundai dealer has supposedly repaired this problem 4+ times. I was told that while this warning light is on, the airbags would not deploy in the event of an accident.*jb abl.pco
ODI 10164915
Air Bags
There was a spontaneous deployment of the passenger side airbag in our 2001 hyundai elantra. The vehicle made a right turn and was in motion, proceeding normally down the road, when the airbag went off; there was no wreck, no bump in the road, no impact of any sort. No one was in the passenger seat at the time, so there were no injuries. There was significant damage to the interior of the car.*ak abl.pco
ODI 10093336
Air Bags · Heater Core
When the heater was on black dust came out of the heater vents. Also, air bag light illuminated. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak abl.pco
ODI 10073970
Air Bags
Tl*- the contact stated that her 2001 hyundai elantra gl, airbag light has been on for the past three years. She stated that she took the vehicle to dealership at that time and they informed her that her vehicle was not apart of any recall, and she needed to have the airbags checked. The contact chose not to have the airbags tested. She stated that the light stayed on and she took the vehicle back to the dealership…
Crash reported
ODI 10185767
Air Bags
I was involved in a pretty intensive accident on 2-3-04 and i could have really hurt myself bad and the airbags did not release to save my life. I could have really been hurt, i bought my car based on its safety features and at the time when i need my car to work the most the safety was not there. *jb
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10109939
Air Bags
The vehicle was involved in a frontal collision at 30 mph in which the vehicle was also hit on both sides by another motorist. None of the air bags deployed upon impact. As a result the driver sustained injuries to her neck, head, shoulder and hip. *jb *mr
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10055731
Air Bags
Consumer complained about a consistent problem with the air bag light. Took vehicle to the dealer, technician indicated that computer corroded, but it was not under warranty. *ak the door molding was hanging and the check engine light was on. *sc *jb abl.pco
ODI 10051921
12v/24v/48v Battery · Air Bags · Power Window Devices And Controls · Structure · Unknown Or Other
While driving, the air bag light illuminated. The cause of the problem had not been identified. *ak the consumer stated the air bag light continued to be a problem, the dealer would just reset the code without identifying the problem. The driver side window went up and down by itself, the dealer replaced the master switch, the black rubber stripping was missing from the door, the cigarette lighter was inoperative,…
ODI 10039808
Air Bags
The vehicle's air bag light illuminated intermittently. *nm the vehicle was taken to the dealer three times to alleviate this problem but with no success. The only way the consumer could get the light to go off was to adjust the seat a certain way. December 2004 a recall was issued for air bag light issues. T he consumer was told that her vehicle was not included in the recall because her vehicle was too old. *nm…
ODI 10110810
Air Bags
Hit other car going about 45-50mph. Both driver and passenger airbags did not diploy. Would have had 2 fatalities if seatbelts were not worn.*ak
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 10051127
Abs Warning Light · Air Bags
Abs warning light intermittently flashes on and stays on while driving. This could result in either none deployment or premature deployment of air bags. Cause of the problem undetermined. *ak abl.pco
ODI 10034369
Air Bags · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Air bag light continued to illuminate even after (4) attempts by the dealership. The actual cause had not been identified. Mr also the vehicle experienced brake problems. Ph *jb abl.pco
ODI 8020796
Air Bags
We purchased a 2001 hyundai elantra gt in sept. 01. Since that time, we've had problems with the air bag sensor twice. Both times it was fixed by the dealer. In our accident, a 35mph front end collision, our air bags did not deploy. We have registered a complaint with hyundai, who says it will take approx. 30 days to decide whether or not they deem an investigation necessary. The dealership will not deal with us,…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10070097
Air Bags · Steering Wheel/Handle Bar · Suspension
This vehicle is hazardous to be on the road. It has front end steering and suspension problems. It has a terrible vibration from 35 mph and up. If traveling on the highway the wheel shakes so badly that your hands go numb. I have had the vehicle in for service and repeated time over a two and a half year period, and the dealership has done nothing. I have also spoken with the manufacturers on several occasions, and…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10041157
Air Bags
Consumer states that when hit at 35 mph in the front center of the vehicle the air bag did not deploy causing minor injuries to the consumer. Dealer notified. Mr
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 8022689
Air Bags
As i applied the brakes on a wet road surface, the brakes locked and i hydroplaned. In an attempt to avoid hitting another vehicle, i swerved and slammed into a utility pole. The car hit the pole just a few inches off dead center, causing such severe damage to the car it has since been totalled by the insurance company. In the accident i sustained neck, back, mouth and hand injuries. None of the 4 front air bags…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 769887
Air Bags
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 hyundai elantra. The contact was involved in a crash on august 22, 2002 and the air bags failed to deploy. The contact was struck by another vehicle and the entire driver's side of her vehicle was crushed. The contact was injured on the left side of her body. Her head struck the window and the steering wheel. She also dislocated her jaw and had to endure therapy to regain her speech. The…
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 10250863
Air Bags · Foundation Components
Consumer applied brakes at 30-35 mph, vehicle did not slow down. Consumer pumped brake pedal numerous times, no braking action, vehicle hit a concrete wall. Vehicle was totalled.*ak driver and passenger suffered injuries. None of the air bags deployed in the accident. *jg
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 8011759
Air Bags
While traveling at 50 mph, a vehicle pulled in front of consumer. Consumer hit the vehicle, causing consumer to t-bone. None of the airbags deployed. *jg
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 8022733
Air Bags · Body · Electrical System
Air bag light on instrument panel is illuminated. Dealership examined vehicle for this problem, and determined an unknown fluid from cup holder caused an electrical short in an unknown component for air bag system. Please provide any additional information / documentation.*ak abl.pco
ODI 6900614