2012 Hyundai Elantra Air Bags Problems
- 75
- 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 75 stored complaint records:
- 16 indicate a crash
- 12 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- airbag light · 33 records
- light came · 16 records
- warning light · 10 records
- clock spring · 10 records
- failure mileage · 7 records
- steering wheel · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 27 |
| 100–150k mi | 13 |
| 30–60k mi | 11 |
| 1–30k mi | 6 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Air Bags
Airbag light is on continuously but is not due to clock spring issues as covered under an extended warranty. Dealer diagnosed the problem as a faulty airbag control module that needs to be replaced. This vehicle has never been in any sort of accident and an airbag system that does not work is not a part of normal wear and tear. This is a serious safety issue that is explicitly hyundai's responsibility.
ODI 11149692
Air Bags · Seat Belts · Service Brakes
2012 hyundai elantra collision to drivers side door. Drivers side and drivers airbags did not deploy.
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 11228458
Air Bags
There is an active recall campaign on the clockspring for this vehicle. The airbag light will turn on and off while turning the steering wheel while driving. Hyundai charged for a diagnosis which revealed a "b1346 driver airbag resistance too high (1st stage)" code, but they would not replace the clockspring under warranty. On hyundai's own website they describe the reason for the additional warranty as: "the clock…
ODI 11111963
Air Bags
Takata recall. The air bag light stays on. It is a serious safe issue. It have to be recall to fix.
ODI 11131693
Air Bags · Horn · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 hyundai elantra. While driving various speeds, the contact noticed that the steering wheel made popping noises and the steering warning indicator illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who stated that the repairs would be expensive; however, the vehicle was still able to be driven. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that there were no…
Crash reported
ODI 11256176
Air Bags
My vehicle was in car accident on 2/13/18, was hit while driving on the street with such a force that the car was pushed across median strip onto on coming traffic. Hitting another vehicle. Which the air bags did not deploy?
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 11072844
Air Bags · Steering
Attempted to switch lanes on the highway at 55mph. Switched lanes successfully, but could not straight the steering back straight, causing crash into concrete barrier! Airbags did not deploy upon impact. Airbags deployed after bouncing back off of the concrete barrier.
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 11047330
Air Bags
It is unacceptable for a vehicle to not cover safety concerns as it is clearly an issue with hyundai's manufacturing.
ODI 11044514
Air Bags
Takata recall. Airbag light is on. Looked online and a lot of other people are having this issue.
ODI 11025301
Air Bags · Steering
Airbag warning light came on as i was driving. It would come on and off at first, but now it stays on the whole time the car is on. Car shakes excessively, especially when idle.
ODI 11064760
Air Bags · Electrical System
Airbag light and tire pressure light came on when i turned on my car. It does go off after driving a few minutes, but always comes back on
ODI 11010513
Air Bags · Service Brakes · Steering
Takata recall. When driving up to 40 mph my steering wheel starts making some funny noise and it shakes really bad at the same time.
ODI 11183228
Air Bags
In my elantra 2012 the light of the airbag is on, the vehicle has not suffered accidents or strong blows, and has followed the maintenance recommended by the manufacturer (following the manual), (95k miles). The dealer says that the airbag light may come on because some of the sensors are damaged; the cost of the repair can range from $ 250 up to $ 3000. With this light on, the airbags will not deploy. Hyundai has a…
ODI 10993042
Air Bags · Electrical System
The clock spring has worn after roughly 55k miles and just being out of warranty. Dealer replacement is $300 and airbags will not deploy without repair. This began after going over rough brick pavers and the light is intermittently on, probably about 80-90% of the time. As i understand it the veracruz and santa fe models had a similar issue a few year prior (11-01-052) and online searches show this is a common issue…
ODI 10992030
Air Bags
The airbag light is on. Clay cooley hyundai dealer in rockwall, texas diagnosis was the clock spring needing replacement. Hyundai told me "no dealer in the country has this part right now because of a defect in the part. The manufacturer must make new parts that will not be available until june 2017." i was sent away and told they would call me when parts are available. Meanwhile, my airbags are deactivated and may…
ODI 10991508
Air Bags · Brake Lights · Engine · Exterior Lighting
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 hyundai elantra. While driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle jerked and the air bag indicator illuminated. Also, the brake lights failed to work. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer (henderson hyundai, 46 n boulder hwy, henderson, nc 89015) where it was diagnosed that the fuel injector was clogged and the vehicle had an oil leak. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not…
ODI 11034363
Air Bags
Airbag light on dash remained on after start, went out for several moments then has remained on. Is remaining on after multiple restarts.
ODI 10968147
Air Bags · Exterior Lighting
I had my car for a year and 3months and haven't had this problem till now i was driving on the freeway i hit a small bump and i've hit bigger bumps and never ever have my air bag light come on, or break light may go out if i hit a bump this needs to be fixed asap and it shouldn't be a fee this is a safety issue and i'm not happy about it please fix this issue
ODI 10966004
Air Bags
Trying to figure out how to reset or get the airbag sensor to turn off. It came on for no reason, i was not in a accident. It is faulty. The dealer gave me a repair quote that was ridiculous - over $3000. Lots of people are having this problem (see online), this should be under warranty for at least 5 years. This is a safety feature i thought i would send a message.
ODI 11129151
Air Bags
2012 hyundai elantra limited has 117,400 miles on it and the airbag light won't go off anymore after starting the ignition.
ODI 10926102
Air Bags
At approx. 70,000 miles: srs airbag warning light illuminates intermittently, then progressively steady illumination while driving. Airbag light comes on after tight right-hand turns, at any speed, then may turn off again when completing a left-hand turn. Over time, light stays on for most of driving time. Brought into dealership; diagnostics performed. Throwing dtc code b148100 driver airbag resistance too high 2nd…
ODI 10909485
Air Bags
Air bag light comes on and stays on. Costs $100 just for a diagnostic, on top of about $400 for repair according to multiple sources with the same issue.
ODI 10917789
Air Bags
After out of warranty like 1 months or so the airbag light is on i do a research online a lot of the elantra owner have the same issue after out of warranty same issues come out --airbag light on when i went to the dealer they changer hundreds to just to run a diagnostic. Hyndai has such a good reputation, something that has to do with safety like this should be covered for at least 5 years, hard to believe after 4…
ODI 10918068
Air Bags
Air bag light coming on in 2012 hyundai elantra, took to the dealership to have a diagnostic done was told it was the clock spring (in the steering column) was no longer functioning. Was told if involved in an accident the air bags will not deploy. This was not covered under warranty period.
ODI 10904337
Air Bags
My airbag light is stuck on. Will be taking to a dealer however have found many other complaints of this problem online. The light will come on as usual when starting, go off after 6 seconds then stay illuminated while driving or go off and on.
ODI 10897468