2011 Hyundai Elantra Electronic Stability Control Problems
- 30
- 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 30 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- stability control · 10 records
- electronic stability · 9 records
- light came · 5 records
- indicator illuminated · 4 records
- control part · 4 records
- parts distribution · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 5 |
| 100–150k mi | 5 |
| 1–30k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Power Train
Car jerks into reverse hard. When going down road car loses power. Just acts like its not going anywhere. Very low miles onvthis car.
ODI 11270946
Electronic Stability Control
I recently had to slam my brakes due to a driver in front of me. And right at about a month later the acceleration to my car while in drive will not go. Took it to a mechanic and its reading a couple of codes t the sensors. I saw that in a search while trying to fix the issue that it has been recalled due to the esc. I am very upset that i was not made aware of the recall that is related to my vin number. This…
ODI 11231618
Air Bags · Electronic Stability Control · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai elantra. The contact stated that the engine light and air bag light flashed as the brakes had been applied however, the wheels spun unexpectedly and the engine power was reduced resulting into a crash into another vehicle. The air bags had not deployed. The driver sustained no injuries for medical treatment. A police report was filed. The manufacturer had not sent notification…
Crash reported
ODI 11220632
Electronic Stability Control · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai elantra. While driving, the electronic stability control (esc) indicator illuminated. The contact stated that the accelerator sensor was causing the vehicle to lose power for approximately three seconds. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal again and the vehicle operated normally. If the contact pushed the esc button, the vehicle would operate normally. The contact called…
ODI 11161386
Air Bags · Electronic Stability Control · Steering
The airbag light comes on and off regularly for some days, then finally it stays on permanently. The steering wheel lights doesn't come on when i turn on the headlights. The car bounces and sway to the side each time i hit a pothole no matter how small the pothole is.
2 injuries
ODI 11206161
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Exterior Lighting
The car sensors keep going up. The crank shaft sensor is not sending a signal that the car is in motion. When pull out on to a street or highway and press the accelerator sometimes my car will stall or drop speed. I fear someone will end up running into the back of me. When i come to a complete stop the car will stall or will not accelerate. Also the car headlights and tails tight bulbs blow within 4 or 5 days after…
ODI 11142631
Air Bags · Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control
Got my 2011 hyundai elantra in 2017 at 94k miles. Air bag light is continuously illuminated, esc light had been on for approx. 6-8 weeks. Also, none of the controls on the steering wheel work. None of the controls have worked since i got the car. No cruise control, i can't reset my trip odometer, i can't control the volume for my radio, nor can i control the bluetooth for my hands free usage. Was told by dealership…
ODI 11141064
Electronic Stability Control · Steering
My 2011 hyundai elantra is under hyundai recall 137. My vehicle has been at the dealership for regular service since 8/31/16. I mentioned the esc was malfunctioning and the service advisor indicated it would require diagnostics at an additional charge. They diagnosed the problem and estimated by phone the repair would be about $1,700 because the yaw sensor of the esc system had failed and damaged the steering column…
ODI 10903888
Electronic Stability Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai elantra. The contact stated that the esc warning light illuminated. The vehicle was serviced under nhtsa campaign number: 15v871000 (electronic stability control), but the remedy failed to repair the vehicle. The contact mentioned that the light remained illuminated after the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage and vin were…
ODI 10874843
Electronic Stability Control
The rev light comes on and my car loses power. I have teken it twice to an authorized hyundai dealer, and it is still not fixed
ODI 10862127
Electronic Stability Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai elantra. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v871000 (electronic stability control); however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts…
ODI 10860376
Electronic Stability Control
I took my car to the dealer on 3/21/2016 to have campaign 137 done per the recall notice. Ever since the recall was performed the esc light on the dash has remained on. I called the dealer and they have refused to fix it. I want to file a complaint.
ODI 10898100
Electronic Stability Control
2011 hyundai elantra. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle state inspection failure due to recall repairs. *smd the consumer was informed by the state inspection inspector, the battery must have been unhooked recently. The consumer stated the vehicle was at the dealer, for a recent recall and the dealer never informed her to drive 40-80 miles to reset the cycle of the car to onboard diagnostic. (obd). *jb
ODI 10864901
Air Bags · Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai elantra. The contact stated that while driving at 20 mph and coming to a stop, the vehicle started jerking and required a longer stopping distance when the brake pedal was depressed. The contact crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was not filed. The contact did not sustain any injuries. The contact received a notification of…
Crash reported
ODI 10862166
Electronic Stability Control
I rec a recall but this is the second recall in the past few months. The first one was fro a front-end coil, that could have snapped and punctured my tire, causing a crash. The recall i have now, is for the esc system. They tell me to wait for another letter of remedy or i can call and make an appt with the dealership. If there is more than one recall, is this vehicle safe or should i assume it will be, when remedy…
ODI 10837648
Electronic Stability Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai elantra. While driving at approximately 55 mph, the esc sensor warning indicator illuminated continuously. When the ignition was turned off and back on, the warning indicator did not illuminate. After driving for approximately one minute, the esc warning indicator illuminated continuously. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign…
ODI 10825163
Electronic Stability Control
I saw a recall for a car i traded in. Will the new owner receive a notice?
ODI 10820074
Electronic Stability Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai elantra. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v871000 (electronic stability control); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
ODI 10882086
Electronic Stability Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai elantra. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v871000 (electronic stability control); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. Parts distribution disconnect.
ODI 10873227
Electronic Stability Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai elantra. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v871000(electronic stability control); however, the parts to do the repair were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. Updated…
ODI 10854362
Electronic Stability Control
The 2011 elantra has severe under steer and over steer i don't want to drive the car till it is fixed. It is scary.
ODI 10837776
Electronic Stability Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai elantra. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, when the brake pedal was depressed there was an abnormal vibration in the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the rotor was warped and needed to be turned or replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number:…
ODI 10837559
Electronic Stability Control
My grandson was making a left turn when the esc stopped the car in the middle of the road. Almost got hit broadside ,before it released. It had happen to me in july dealer made a repair, said it was a front wheel bearing and repaired under warranty. The car has a warning light on for the esc. This is extremely dangerous . I have apt on wednesday with the dealer 08 -26-2015. .....updated 12/03/15 *bf
ODI 10758735
Electronic Stability Control · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
While driving my vehicle on the freeway traveling at speeds of about 60 mph, my tire pressure light came on, although all 4 tires were previously checked for pressure. When the tire pressure light came on, it triggered the traction control light to begin blinking uncontrollably. The engine then began to clicked loudly as my speed decreased, out of my control, to about 40 mph, although i had my petal to the floor. I…
ODI 10640945
Electronic Stability Control · Steering
I haven't had any accidents but i had many almost accidents. It is very dangerous and scary. I can't even go over a bump or look to the left or right because it steers off so bad. I have to hold it very tight the whole time. I'm scared for my life as well as whoever is with me. Hyundai dealership just says its because its electric steering but i think they just dont want to deal with it. I hope there is something…
ODI 10608817