2002 Hyundai Elantra Suspension Problems
- 26
- 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 26 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- lower control · 10 records
- control arms · 7 records
- failure mileage · 6 records
- side control · 4 records
- independent mechanic · 4 records
- needed replaced · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 150–400k mi | 7 |
| 100–150k mi | 5 |
| 60–100k mi | 4 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Suspension
I have noted a recall #09v125000 related to this make/model/year but for some reason my car with the exact problem is not part of the recall. My right front control arm colapsed. It was completely rusted through. With that side fixed i traveled about 3 miles and my left side control arm broke. My mechanic and i were complexed, but after research i found this problem exist and recalls issued. After contacting hyunda…
ODI 11149852
Suspension
REAR SUSPENSION CROSS MEMBER ROTTED OUT
ODI 11057249
Body · Suspension
My vehicle has control arm rust and perforations in the subframe, covered under an existing recall. Hyundai has admitted that the parts are covered under the recall, but states that they are unable to replace the subframe and control arms due to rust damage on the frame itself. Replacing the damaged portions of the frame will cost well over the price of the vehicle. If the subframe did not have to be replaced, the…
ODI 10872416
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 hyundai elantra. While at an independent mechanic for routine repair. The mechanic stated that the front lower control arm bushings were corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vin was invalid. The failure mileage was 153,248.
ODI 10806324
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 hyundai elantra. While driving at 25 mph, the passenger side control arm fractured. The steering wheel became difficult to steer. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the control arm fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000. Updated…
ODI 10746450
Suspension
2002 hyundai elantra. Consumer writes in regards to salt belt corrosion recall problems. *smd the consumer stated she was never notified of the recall. Hyundai claimed it was because she was not the original owner. The dealer inspected the vehicle and determined the corrosion was too severe for her to drive the vehicle. *jb
ODI 10732118
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 hyundai elantra. When the accelerator or brake pedals were depressed, a loud abnormal clunking noise emitted from the front end of the vehicle and the vehicle veered to the right. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the lower control arm and ball joint failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made…
ODI 10745808
Suspension
There is a rust hole in my right lower front suspension control arm, related to hyundai recall# 091. I contacted hyundai customer assistance case# [xxx]. I was told i would have to pay for the repairs and then attempt to seek reimbursement but was told there is no promise of a refund. I said their recall clearly states vehicles being recalled are in the salt belt states or cars that are registered in these states.…
ODI 10662186
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 hyundai elantra. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, there was a loud abnormal noise coming from the front driver side tire. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 165,000.
ODI 10594814
Suspension
I applied brakes at a stop sign and front driver side control arm collapsed. I had it inspected and treated under recall in 2009. *tr
ODI 10615698
Suspension
I applied the brakes at a stop sign and the front driver side control arm collapsed . I had it inspected and treated under recall in 2009. *tr
ODI 10615690
Steering · Suspension
I am an owner of a 2002 hyundai elantra. In 2009 the passenger side lower control arm of my car rusted and broke in half, which i had repaired at my expense. Shortly afterward, i received a recall notice about the lower control arms and took my car in to have it serviced. Instead of replacing the defective parts, hyundai drilled a hole for water to escape and put a wax coating on the control arms, which would later…
ODI 10503058
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 hyundai elantra. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, the rear end of the vehicle swayed uncontrollably. The contact maneuvered to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that the rear driver's side lower control arm fractured. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure…
ODI 10508532
Steering · Suspension
The front lower control arm on my vehicle is rusted out, and is cracked on both sides. Local mechanic says it doesn't have long before it will fail. Researched price on internet and found there was a recall for that part. Dealer says that my vin isn't included in the recall, even though my car was sold and driven in the "snow belt" states that are listed, and kentucky also salts the roads during winter. My vehicle…
ODI 10490330
Suspension
I recently bought a used 2002 hyundai elantra and discovered an abnormal amount of rust on the front control arms. In some places, holes had rusted through the control arms. Hyundai did a recall for over 150,000 of my exact model including those in the state which i live back in 2009. The recall was for this exact problem. When i took the car to the dealer, they inspected the vehicle and saw that my cars problem…
ODI 10487926
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 hyundai elantra. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph and attempting to decelerate, the vehicle exhibited a loud banging noise. Suddenly and without warning, the steering seized and the front passenger side dropped to the ground. The contact inspected the vehicle and discovered that the control arm was severely corroded and fractured in two pieces. The manufacturer advised the…
ODI 10479630
Power Train · Suspension
On 4/8/10 i took my 02 elantra in for the recall control arm rust they replaced both control arms on 5/17/10 my wife was driving down the road when the right tire fell off,the car came to rest in the middle of the road,the control arm fell apart we had it towed back to hyundai were we found out that the bolt was bad it also pulled the axle out of the transmission and to top that off they are refusing to pay for…
ODI 10331514
Suspension
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 hyundai elantra gt. The contact received a recall notice for recall 09v125000 (suspension: front:control arm). The contact was concerned because two dealerships did not have the parts available for the recall repair. The failure mileage was approximately 78,300. The current mileage was approximately 80,000.
ODI 10325377
Frame And Members · Suspension
Received safety recall notice regarding control arm & subframe on our 2002 hyundai elantra on wed. Mar 3,2010. Plan was to contact dealership on sat.(mar 6,2010) to schedule appointment for the following week. Received a panic call from my wife that something had snapped as she was crossing the rhinecliff bridge . Fortunately this occurred just as she was exiting the toll booth. Booth operator assisted her in…
ODI 10317402
Steering · Suspension
Collapse of control arm and loss of steering while driving, never received recall notice. They need to get the recall out before someone is hurt badly. *tr
ODI 10294220
Air Bags · Control Arm · Rim · Suspension · Tires
2002 hyundai elantra. Consumer states vehicle has faulty lower control arms *tgw the consumer stated the lower control arm failed twice. The consumer became of aware of recall and the dealer replaced the lower control arm free of charge the second time. The first time, the consumer went to a repair shop and paid at his expense. The consumer was also informed the air bag light was on, all four struts needed to be…
ODI 10345528
Structure · Suspension
I was coming up on a traffic light and was slowing down when the left lower control arm broke in half. Lost all steering,car had to be towed. *tr
ODI 10267558
Suspension
While driving suspension broke. As a result, vehicle rolled over at least nine times. Driver sustained major injuries.*ak
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10057453
Suspension
The steering wheel and front end shakes at speeds over 65 miles/hr and the vibration can be felt in the car. *nlm
ODI 10023580
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Suspension
Problems with vehicle severely pulling to the right. *mr there was a squealing noise, the tire in the right rear had worn, the left rear tire treads were gone (not wearing evenly), the belts squealed, the front wheel drive would cause the front to spin, but not in the rear, when the a/c was on high, the loud noise would be exhibited in the front, the vehicle pulled to the right, and the vehicle hesitated when the…
ODI 10092756