Hyundai Elantra Third generation (XD) (2001 - 2003)



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Third generation (XD) of Hyundai Elantra has been in production since 2001 by 2003.

In addition to external changes, the model has undergone changes in technical terms. Third generation (XD) is longer than the previous generation by 3 inches , is wider by 0.8 inches , is higher by 1.2 inches. The weight of the car has increased by 9 lbs.

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Hyundai Elantra Third generation (XD) dimensions and specs


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Third generation (XD)
Body style Wagon, Hatchback, Sedan
Engine options G4GC, 2.0L I-4, 138 HP, 136 lb/ft
Length 177 - 177.1 in
Width 67.70 in
Height 56.10 in
Wheelbase 102.70 in
Curb weight 2635.00 lbs
Number of doors 4
Seating capacity 5
Front hip room 53.00 in
Rear hip room 55.60 in
Front Headroom 39.60 in
Rear Headroom 38.00 in
Front shoulder room 54.70 in
Rear shoulder room 53.50 in
Fuel tank capacity 14.50 gal
MPG (City/Highway) 24 - 25/33
Towing capacity 1500 lbs
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph 8.2 - 8.5 sec
¼ mile time 16.35 - 16.7 sec

Hyundai Elantra Common Problems generations


Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Hyundai Elantra Third generation (XD) production period from 2001 to 2003 drivers have reported 880 complaints. The most common problems are AIR BAGS, SUSPENSION, FRONTAL.
Model Year Complaints
2003 Elantra
225
2002 Elantra
340
2001 Elantra
315

Problem Category Number of Problems
AIR BAGS
while driving 55 mph driver applied brakes and pedal went to the floor. vehicle skidded into a parked vehicle. both
119
~ 66405 miles
SUSPENSION
the vehicle's tires were out of alignment and all four tires had to be replaced. *nlm ...
88
~ 95968 miles
FRONTAL > AIR BAGS
the vehicle was involved in a collision and the driver's air bag did not deploy. *jb ph *jb...
76
~ 33323 miles
FRONT > SUSPENSION
i have a 2003 hyundai elananta gt. there is a whining noise from both sides of the front of the...
60
~ 78747 miles
CONTROL ARM > FRONT > SUSPENSION
tl*the contact owns a 2003 hyundai elantra. the contact was told that the front suspension control arm was corroded and...
58
~ 62950 miles
STEERING
brakes failed and consumer's vehicle rear ended another vehicle at 35 mph. steering failed and air bags did not deploy.
47
~ 80044 miles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
the vehicle was taken to the dealer four times because it was not stopping when braking. on 9/9/2003 while trying...
33
~ 72158 miles
BODY > STRUCTURE
while driving from 45 mph or greater with a cross wind across the car (left to right) the car will...
30
~ 62356 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
while driving at 50 mph and brake pedal was depressed it went to the floor and hesitated to engage. this
29
~ 23901 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
2003 hyundai elantra. i'm having problems filling the gasoline tank every time i have to put gas. it triggers the...
28
~ 56251 miles
SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE > FRONTAL > AIR BAGS
air bag controller sensor is located underneath the cup holder. in the event of a liquid spill the air bag
28
~ 46423 miles
HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
headlights will read dim but light will actually be on high beam causing problem to other drivers. dealer notified. *ak...
27
~ 23045 miles
LOWER ARM > CONTROL ARM > FRONT
tl*the contact owns a 2003 hyundai elantra. while driving 5 mph the front passenger side wheel failed and fractured which...
24
~ 67460 miles
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
car was coming up to speed on the highway when the traffic started to slow down. the brakes were applied...
23
~ 36616 miles
FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE
a truck stopped without warning in front of me. i hit my brakes and turned the wheel to the left...
22
~ 110099 miles
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
my car problems started approximately 6-8 mos after purchasing the vehicle. i was having problems with the car starting engine...
21
~ 58837 miles
ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2003 hyundai elantra: vehicle completely lost power while entering freeway on-ramp. had to pull off road to avoid rear-end collision...
21
~ 13910 miles
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
while driving consumer's vehicle rearended another vehicle. upon slaming on the brakes gear automatically put itself into neutral causing the
20
~ 31998 miles
SIDE/WINDOW > AIR BAGS
consumer's vehicle was hit on the passenger side door at 45 mph by another vehicle. . this occurred while...
20
~ 43143 miles
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
hyundai elantra--when going 45 mph or faster i get the same loud scraping noise that others have reported. the dealer...
19
~ 25079 miles
TIRES
2003 hyundai elantra makes loud noise and thumping sound from front tires when driving at highway speeds. i have seen
18
~ 31562 miles
STRUCTURE
extremely loud wind noise when driving into or with a crosswind. noise seems to emanate from front of vehicle. dealer
17
~ 42716 miles
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
on march 4 2006 i purchased a pre-owned 2003 hyundai elantra with 33 855 miles from buhler & bitter dodge...
15
~ 43546 miles
SEAT BELTS
the driver side seat belt was to tight around the drivers neck. *jb...
13
~ 54160 miles
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
head light bulbs keep burning out. i have to replace the headlights in my car about every 3-6 months since...
12
~ 54042 miles
HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
contacted hyundai usa (file # 815991) and local dealership (hemet ca) about service brake recall (03v49600). both advised that they
11
~ 17909 miles
SERVICE BRAKES
tl* the contact owns a 2003 hyundai elantra. the contact stated that while driving 45 mph he experienced a complete...
10
~ 108300 miles
WHEELS
during a rapid stop at low speed the passenger side control arm snapped rendering the vehicle unsteerable. had this occured
9
~ 70809 miles
ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
brakes failed and consumer's vehicle rear ended another vehicle at 35 mph. steering failed and air bags did not deploy.
9
~ 28511 miles
POWER TRAIN
front passenger side control arm fractured allowing wheel to turn 90 degrees to the right resulting in an uncontrolled slide...
8
~ 74038 miles
WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
consumer stated that while she was on the freeway driving at about 65-70 mph she witnessed an object flying by....
8
~ 20679 miles
FRONT > SEAT BELTS
consumer states while driving the vehicle at 50mph. the consumer was in a vehicle accident hitting another vehicle from the
8
~ 43762 miles
SEATS
2003 hyundai elantra defective seat and head restraint. consumer sent in a statement from a court proceeding. ***nar*** *kb the
8
~ 14233 miles
UNDERBODY SHIELDS > FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE
thankfully no incident my mechanic pointed out to me during normal maintenance on the car the lower control arm had...
7
~ 93143 miles
EQUIPMENT
i have had to replace the driver's side headlamp 3 times in 3 years. apparently i am not the only...
7
~ 78281 miles
ENGINE
my car problems started approximately 6-8 mos after purchasing the vehicle. i was having problems with the car starting engine...
7
~ 78749 miles
RETRACTOR > FRONT > SEAT BELTS
twice already approx. 3 months apart driver side safety belt on 2003 elantra somehow twist and does not retract lacking
7
~ 29338 miles
DOOR > BODY > STRUCTURE
we get a wind noise when driving into the wind and other misc times. noise sounds like an alarm clock...
7
~ 6857 miles
ACCELERATOR PEDAL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
consumer purchased vehicle on 01/02/03. while driving approximately 35mph on highway consumer noticed car was continuing to accelerate without any...
7
~ 44335 miles
TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
tl*the contact owns a 2003 hyundai elantra. when the contact attempted to place fuel in the vehicle gas spilled onto...
6
~ 43590 miles
WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY
01/10/07 windshield wiper failure to clear windshield when using the wipers to clear snow from windshield the middle of both...
6
~ 49754 miles
POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS > VISIBILITY
consumer can't get windows open if power is off. vehicle has all power with no manual crank. if there is...
6
~ 31282 miles
FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
when brakes were applied in a panic stop pedal went to the floor causing extended stopping distance and resulting in
6
~ 7 miles
EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ever since i have bought the 2003 hyundai elantra new 2 years ago i had nothing but problems. i have...
5
~ 37352 miles
GASOLINE > ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
when pressing on the accelerator pedal vehicle accelerates slowly. vehicle was taken to the dealer on 7/2/2003. dealer stated the
5
WHEEL CYLINDERS > DRUM > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
dt*: the contact stated prior to the brakes failing an odor of brake fluid was noticed. after the vehicle was...
4
~ 40316 miles
VISIBILITY
the ball joints cracked which caused the front left tire to become detached from the vehicle while driving approximately 70...
4
~ 89050 miles
TREAD/BELT > TIRES
poor general performance of the tire wet weather and winter conditions poor braking poor accelleration excessive tread wear for a
4
~ 9775 miles
REAR > SUSPENSION
when braking consumer would hear a knocking noise coming from the rear end. dealership was notified but did not resolve...
4
~ 43389 miles
MANUAL TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
we get a wind noise when driving into the wind and other misc times. noise sounds like an alarm clock...
4
~ 50240 miles
RIM > WHEELS
we get a wind noise when driving into the wind and other misc times. noise sounds like an alarm clock...
4
~ 13442 miles
BUCKLE ASSEMBLY > FRONT > SEAT BELTS
all of the rear seat belts are designed incorrectly. consumer states that the belt buckles are not locking. dealer has
4
~ 3250 miles
ROTOR > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
almost every time the brakes were depressed there was a loud clanking sound coming from the driver's side. consumer heard
4
~ 32480 miles
STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR > STEERING
the breakaway bolt in the steering column had not been seated during assembly as a result steering was not prevented...
4
~ 3062 miles
CLUTCH ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN
2003 hyundai elantra : clutch / transmission failure at 28 000 miles. warranty will not cover. hyundai has issue with
3
~ 25333 miles
LATCH > HOOD > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
while driving the hood popoed up. driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and pulled over. then driver
3
~ 3328 miles
AIR CONDITIONER > APPLIANCE > EQUIPMENT
the vehicle was taken to the dealer four times because it was not stopping when braking. on 9/9/2003 while trying...
3
~ 4111 miles
WHEEL BEARING > FRONT > SUSPENSION
vehicle had whining/grinding noise coming from both front and rear begining in aug 04 @ 10200 miles. car has been...
3
~ 30067 miles
PEDALS AND LINKAGES > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
brake/gas pedals are too close causing driver to push gas/brake at the same time.*ak *mj...
3
~ 30742 miles
SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY > VISIBILITY
sun roof leaks advisor say built that way.*ak...
3
~ 24500 miles
CRUISE CONTROL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
when vehicle comes to a full stop it will hesitate and will cut off.*ak...
3
~ 13333 miles
DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY
defective windshield-2003 hyundai elantra gls. *mr there was a terrible glare from the sun hitting the windshield which made it...
3
~ 23000 miles
MECHANICAL > EQUIPMENT
brake rotors feel as if there warped when vehicle sits for 2 or 3 days without driving. when driven after...
2
~ 60000 miles
VALVE > TIRES
i purchased new tires for my vehicle in 2006 i drive only about 8000 miles a year. i have had...
2
~ 31729 miles
PARKING BRAKE
the calipers on the rear brake do not release when the parking brake is released inside the passenger cabin. in...
2
~ 12696 miles
COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
my wife was driving on a freeway approx 65 mph when she heard a loud pop looking at the dash...
2
~ 28800 miles
PADS > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
the brakes on my 2003 hyundai elantra began grinding at only 39k miles. i contacted the dealership and was told...
2
~ 59000 miles
LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS > WHEELS
lug nuts frozen and bolts have to be broken to take the tire off. this is the fifth time this...
2
CABLES > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
dt: 2002 hyundai elantra. the cruise control cable stuck at full throttle. the vehicle was towed to the dealership. the...
2
~ 13294 miles
RADIATOR ASSEMBLY > COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
dt: 2002 hyundai elantra consumer took vehicle to a local garage for an inspection on 6-20-05 and mechanic rotated/...
2
~ 79000 miles
ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT
headlamp bulbs burn out every couple of months. i was using aftermarket bulbs which have no warranty. after i went...
2
~ 13847 miles
VISIBILITY/WIPER
issues with pumping fuel i don't know what to call it but while pumping gas i can pump 15 +/-...
2
~ 20000 miles
12V/24V/48V BATTERY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
brought 2002 hyundai elantra-july of 2002-in a little less than a year after losing 3 days of work due to...
2
~ 35000 miles
HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
while starting vehicle consumer noticed it would not turn and a strong fuel smell came from inside vehicle. consumer inspected...
2
~ 39000 miles
DRUM > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
brakes engage unevenly causing the rear end of car to swing to the left on snow or slippery conditions. this
2
~ 15897 miles
BUMPERS > BODY > STRUCTURE
vehicle is low to the ground. when pulling into the driveway the bumper hit the ground at least ten times
2
~ 3600 miles
LATCH > DOORS > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
the weather stripping on the front doors are losing the seal around both doors. consumer is afraid that carbon monoxide
2
~ 42599 miles
DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
at less than 11 000 miles my elantra's front brake rotors had to be turned and machined. new brake pads...
2
~ 500 miles
INFLATOR MODULE > DRIVER SIDE > FRONTAL
while driving at any speed air bag light came on. consumer had the air bag module replaced once and another
2
~ 73243 miles
REAR/OTHER > SEAT BELTS
all of the rear seat belts are designed incorrectly. consumer states that the belt buckles are not locking. dealer has
2
~ 2000 miles
PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE) > CLUTCH ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN
while driving 45 mph the consumer's vehicle crashed into a vehicle in front of her. the seat belt was worn...
2
~ 8000 miles
LINKAGES > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
when at a stand still and foot on the brake the vehicle automatically surged forward. ts...
2
~ 8000 miles
HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS > DOOR > BODY
from day of purchase i noticed a vibration in the steering starting about 42 mph. took the vehicle to dealer...
2
~ 20 miles
WINDSHIELD > VISIBILITY
when travelling at around 45mph i noticed crack on windshield.i mmediately went to dealer who told me that it's not...
2
SHOES/LININGS > DRUM > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
the defect stated in the brake hose recall 03 v 257 000 occurred while driving at 50-60 mph. this resulted
2
~ 170 miles
SIDEWALL > TIRES
consumer requesting information of failure in mchelin radial xse tires. there was a loud noise and vehicle went out of...
2
ANTILOCK > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
consumer complained about a brake problem. a recall notice was mailed to consumer one year after vehicle was in an...
2
TURN SIGNAL > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
tl* the contact owns a 2003 hyundai elantra. while activating the turn signals in either direction the signal lights would...
1
~ 80000 miles
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2002 hyundai elantra. the contact stated that the traction control sensor warning light flickered and...
1
~ 91000 miles
SWITCH > BRAKE LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
tl* the contact owns a 2001 hyundai elantra. the contact stated that the brake lights remained illuminated until the vehicle...
1
~ 35700 miles
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
vehicle shuts down without prior sign of malfunction. has occurred several times. *tr...
1
~ 80100 miles
CATALYTIC CONVERTOR > EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM
2002 hyundai elantra. consumer writes in regards to recall notice concerning front steering or control mechanisms rust and potential failures...
1
~ 72807 miles
FILLER PIPE AND CAP > TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE
when pumping gas there seems to be a blockage of some sort. the gas pump keeps kicking off as if...
1
~ 96188 miles
UPPER ARM > CONTROL ARM > FRONT
tl* the contact owns a 2002 hyundai elantra. while driving at speeds of 10 mph one of the tires disconnected...
1
~ 80000 miles
CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT > DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN
tl*the contact owns a 2001 hyundai elantra. while the vehicle was being repaired by an independent mechanic the contact was...
1
PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS > TIRES
on july 30 2008 i was sold 2 new tires by walmart after only 20 000 miles on a 60...
1
~ 63458 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
the car just started spilling out fuel after hours of being filled. we took the car directly to the dealer...
1
~ 30600 miles
TANK VALVE/GAUGE > LPG SYSTEMS > RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
the car just started spilling out fuel after hours of being filled. we took the car directly to the dealer...
1
~ 30600 miles
EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
tl*the contact owns a 2003 hyundai elantra. the contact had to depress the brake pedal down to the floor in...
1
~ 54831 miles
STABILIZER BAR > FRONT > SUSPENSION
tl*the contact owns a 2002 hyundai elantra. while driving 25 mph the vehicle lost steering control and swerved left on...
1
~ 95000 miles
ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
headlights burning out frequently was the first sign of problems replaced them as the dealer said this was inherent to...
1
~ 40000 miles
INJECTORS > FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
headlights burning out frequently was the first sign of problems replaced them as the dealer said this was inherent to...
1
~ 40000 miles
CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
car accelerated beyond control to ~90 mph before steering lock and car went into jersey barriers. according to tsb from...
1
~ 26000 miles
INTERIOR/UNDER DASH > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2001 hyundai elantra. while driving 40 mph he smelled something burning. the contact attempted to...
1
~ 120000 miles
FLOOR SHIFT > LEVER AND LINKAGE > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
my air bag light comes on and off randomly while driving. i debated on whether or not to take it...
1
FUEL PUMP > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
my fuel pump went out on my 2003 hyundai elantra 40 miles from home on the highway on a day...
1
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER > EQUIPMENT
i was rear-ended at high speed and struck the car to my front with significant impact. my car is a...
1
~ 71500 miles
AXLE ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN
dt: the contact's vehicle was in an accident on march 3 2005 the vehicle received damage to the right front...
1
LINKAGES > WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY
after driving approximately 5 minutes during a snow storm the driver's side windshield wiper quit working. the wiper would not...
1
ANTI-THEFT DEVICE > COLUMN LOCKING > STEERING
while driving consumer's vehicle rearended another vehicle. upon slaming on the brakes gear automatically put itself into neutral causing the
1
LOWER BALL JOINT > CONTROL ARM > FRONT
the ball joints cracked which caused the front left tire to become detached from the vehicle while driving approximately 70...
1
~ 67198 miles
UPPER BALL JOINT > CONTROL ARM > FRONT
the ball joints cracked which caused the front left tire to become detached from the vehicle while driving approximately 70...
1
~ 67198 miles
TRUNK LID > BODY > STRUCTURE
the complaint was filed via e-mail. "i have been hurt on 4 occasions by the trunk lid of this vehicle....
1
FUEL PUMP > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
while driving vehicle hesitated and slowed down then it stalled. consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection
1
AUTOMATIC (ASC) > ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
the front suspension/braking/tires system's under perform during slippery road conditions. on three seperate occasions my vehicle has sustained damage in...
1
STRAP/WEBBING > TETHER > CHILD SEAT
complaint regarding the tether locks attached to the back seat of the car that holds the car seat.*mr while taking...
1
FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
on the evening of 6/27 my son was driving our 2002 hyundai elantra. there were three other passengers in the...
1
~ 23000 miles
DRUM > DRUM > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
rear drum brakes producd a squeaky noise. dealer replaced the part five times however the problem recurred. *ak...
1
~ 3500 miles
HEATER CORE > DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY
when the heater was on black dust came out of the heater vents. also air bag light illuminated. dealership was
1
~ 51000 miles
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
check engine light came on three different times first repair was engine manifold second repair was oxygen sensor third time...
1
~ 17000 miles
ABS WARNING LIGHT > ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
abs warning light intermittently flashes on and stays on while driving. this could result in either none deployment or premature
1
~ 19000 miles
CARBURETOR SYSTEM > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
i bought a brand new hyundai elantra on 5-8-03 and on 6-30-03 and again on 7-30-03 i have had to...
1
~ 3854 miles
IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl*the contact owns a 2001 hyundai elantra. the contact was driving approximately 35 mph when the air bag warning light...
1
~ 7364 miles
ACCESSORY SCISSOR/SCREW/BOTTLE JACK/LIFT > MECHANICAL > EQUIPMENT
the jack collapsed and center stem fell over and punctured the fuel tank while in use.*jb...
1
HUB > WHEELS
there is a terrible howling noise coming from the front end of the vehicle while driving on the highway. the...
1
FOOT CONTROL/VALVE > CONTROLS > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
brakes failed. unable to stop. had to initiate emergency measures--emergency brake put car into park....
1
~ 59900 miles
WEBBING > FRONT > SEAT BELTS
rear center seatbelt would not come loose and started to choke child's neck. police had to cut seatbelt in order
1
ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT > WINDSHIELD > DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
while air system is cut off outside air still enters vehicle. *ak out side air enters both in fresh mode
1
RACK AND PINION > STEERING
numerous problems with vehicle since day one. power steering pump replaced one month after purchase. tcm module replaced in transmission...
1
~ 39000 miles
REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY
i have had some electrical problems from the day i purchased the car. tried to resolve these with hyundai but...
1
SWITCH > TURN SIGNAL > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
i have had some electrical problems from the day i purchased the car. tried to resolve these with hyundai but...
1
INTERIOR LIGHTING
while driving dashboard lights illuminated causing vehicle to become inoperable. dealer has serviced vehicle for same problem several times however
1
GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) > STEERING
no summary listed for above vehicle. *ak...
1
HEAD RESTRAINT > FRONT ASSEMBLY > SEATS
2003 hyundai elantra defective seat and head restraint. consumer sent in a statement from a court proceeding. ***nar*** *kb the
1
COLUMN > STEERING
while driving at 45mph the vehicle will make front end vibration. dealer has inspected the vehicle and could not duplicate
1
AUTOMATIC > SLACK ADJUSTERS > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
consumer had to constantly put brake fluid in vehicle. when the brakes were applied the brake pedal went to the
1

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    • ✔️ The strongest bumper lip you can buy; Heavy duty material offers excellent protection
    • ✔️...

Fender flares

  • EZ Flares – The Original Universal Flexible Foam Rubber 1-Inch Fender Flares

    EZ Flares – The Original Universal Fle...

    • ENHANCE & PROTECT YOUR RIDE – The universal fender EZ Flares are a fast, easy, and low-cost way to give your car an aggressive, off-road look! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
  • EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal Flexible Foam Rubber 2-Inch Fender Flares

    EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal ...

    • MAXIMUM PROTECTION & TIRE COVERAGE – The universal EZ Flares XL are fast, easy way to give your truck an aggressive, off-road look and stay legal! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
  • GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip,Bumper Shield Retainer Clip Assortment 6506007AA 68039280-AA 6030441 for Jeep Wrangler Chrysler Ford GMC [60 Pcs] + Bonus Fastener Remover

    GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker...

    • 20 Pieces of Nylon Blind Rivets: Replaces GM: 10184895, 20452072 Ford: N803862-S, Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA
    • 20 Pieces of Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip:Replaces Chrysler: 68039280-AA Jeep Wrangler JK & Wrangler Unlimited JK 2007 -
  • Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Flare Moulding Clips - Compatible with: Chrysler, Jeep - Wrangler, Liberty - Replaces OEM #: 55157055-AA, 55157065-AA, 68039280-AA

    Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Fla...

    • Precision-engineered to push firmly into a 10 mm hole and lock into place.
    • Ready to fit snuggly into your vehicle with the 14 mm stem length and the 38 mm head diameter.
    • Compatible with Chrysler:...
  • 50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim Fastener, Fender Flare Retainer Clips Compatible with 4Runner, FJ Cruiser, Highlander, RAV4, Tacoma - Replace OEM: 75495-35010 75397-35010

    50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim...

    • [High quality material]: Fender Flare Clips are made of high quality Nylon material, which is wear-resistant and corrosion resistant. It is equipped with black foam for better sealing, smaller swing, and is not easy to...
  • A-Premium 4 Pcs Black Universal Splash Guards Mud Flaps Mudflaps Mudguard Fender Flares for Car Pickup Truck SUV with Hardware Front and Rear

    A-Premium 4 Pcs Black Universal Splash G...

    • Upgraded Universal Mud Flaps Splash Guards; Drilling Holes Required
    • Compatible Makes: Universal; For All Body Styles: Car, Pickup, SUV, Van, Truck, etc.
    • Package Includes: 4 Pcs (1 Set) --- Front and Rear
    • Color: Black; Material:...

Rims

  • All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips for Curb Rash Prevention – Universal Fit (Black)

    All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips...

    • Car Wheel Rim Protection Strips Available In 7 Standout Colors ?
    • 25 Feet of OEM Grade Wheel Rim Material That Won't Rip Or Tear
    • Package Includes Enough Rim Trim Wheel Protection For Four 24 inch...
  • Tallew 4 Pcs Push Through Wheel Center Caps 4.25 Inch Stainless Steel Push Through Center Caps Car Trailer Wheel Center Caps for Truck Auto Wheels and Rims, Silver

    Tallew 4 Pcs Push Through Wheel Center C...

    • Quality Material Selection: made of quality stainless steel, the wheel center cap is sturdy and solid, reliable and long lasting, strong enough against breakage, deformation and abrasion, serving you for long
    • Notable Size Details: the...
  • VARGTR 4 Pcs Tire Valve Stem Caps,Luminous Skull Tire Air Valves Stem Caps,Night Glow Luminous Wheels Cap Tire Valve Stem,Tire Valve Caps Wheel Rim Dust Cover for Car Truck Motorcycles SUVs (Red)

    VARGTR 4 Pcs Tire Valve Stem Caps,Lumino...

    • [Material] The valve dust cap is made of high-quality and durable ABS plastic, which is dustproof and waterproof and can be used for a long time.
    • [Fluorescent Design] The wheel tire valve absorbs light when...
  • 4 Pcs Wheel Cleaner Brush Wheel Barrel Brush Long Car Rim Cleaning Brush Soft Bristle Master Wheel Brush Extended Reach Wheel Gerbils Angled Wheel Rim Brush Tire for Wheels Tire Rims Motorcycles

    4 Pcs Wheel Cleaner Brush Wheel Barrel B...

    • Practical Combination Set: you will receive a total of 4 pieces of wheel cleaning brushes, including 3 pieces of rim brushes for cleaning wheels in 3 different sizes, 1 piece of long soft bristle truck...
  • Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch Up Paint Rim Scratch Repair Pen Quick And Easy Wheel(BLACK)

    Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...

    • If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
    • It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
  • Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch Up Paint Rim Scratch Repair Pen Quick And Easy Wheel(silver)

    Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...

    • If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
    • It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...

Coilovers

  • Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6'-9' Front Bumper Lip Splitter Diffuser Strut Rod Tie Bars Compatible with Most Vehicles [Silver]

    Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6"-9" Front Bu...

    • ?2 pieces of front bumper lip splitter rod strut tie bars, universal for cars use.
    • ?Package includes fully articulated top and bottom joins which allow them to be installed at any angle.
    • ?Made with premium...
  • Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler Splitter Diffuser Protector Body Kit with Adjustable 10'-13' Support Splitter Rod Compatible with Honda Accord Civic, Volkswagen MK5 MK6 MK7, Black w/White

    Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...

    • 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
    • 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
  • Yaruicar Custom Car Floor Mats Automotive Floor mat (Mats Color 19)

    Yaruicar Custom Car Floor Mats Automotiv...

    • Car Floor Mats fit for Honda, Toyota, Ford, Cadillac, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Chevrolet, Volkswagen, Buick, Porsche, Acura, etc. Model,Click the customize button start your order
    • All the colors are in stock. The processing will be...
  • Godspeed MSS0101-A MonoSS Coilover Lowering Kit, Fully Adjustable, Ride Height, Spring Tension And 16 Click Damping, compatible with Hyundai Elantra (DN) 2001-06

    Godspeed MSS0101-A MonoSS Coilover Lower...

    • Compatible With Hyundai Elantra Sedan (DN) 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006
    • Spring Rate (Front/Rear) : 6 kg/mm/4 kg/mm; Damping Levels: 16 Rebound Force Levels
    • 52mm Mono-Tube Stainless Steel Shock With 16 Levels of Damping...
  • Brake Light Flasher Strobe Brake Light Strobe Tail Light Strobe Brake Flasher LED Flash Module Flash Strobe Controller for Motorcycles Cars Trucks Brake Light Tail Stop Light 12-30 V (4 Pieces)

    Brake Light Flasher Strobe Brake Light S...

    • What you can receive: there are 4 pieces of flash strobe controllers and 4 pieces of double sided adhesive tapes in the package, which can alert the vehicles behind you to stop to avoid rear-end...
  • J2 Engineering Black LN-T7-011-15-BK

    J2 Engineering Black LN-T7-011-15-BK

    • Heavy Duty T6-7075 Forged Aluminum Construction, Anodized Finish
    • 25mm Outside Diameter / 50mm Height
    • Open End Design, Spline Drive Style Locks
    • Comes as a Set of 20 Lock Nuts / 1 Lock Key
    • Fits Conical...

Decals

  • 24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker Large Funny Bandage Vinyl Decal for Car Truck Vehicle Window Funny Decals Automotive Decals

    24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker...

    • What Will You Get: this package contains 2 pieces 24 x 6.6 inches of large size car stickers for easy replacement and sharing, this will be the ideal present option, and if you have a...
  • Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS Safety Warning Stripe Adhesive Decals, Night Visibility Diamond Grade Reflective Decoration for Bumper, Universal for Car, Truck, Motorcycle, Bicycle

    Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS...

    • 【Safety Warning Stickers】: This car sticker is designed with a diamond-grade, high-brightness reflective prism structure, which can have a good reflective effect even in low light. It is not only a cool decorative item, but...
  • 8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals Reflective Car Stickers Automotive Decals Hash Stripe Stickers for 18-21 Inch Wheels Tire Rim Safety Decoration Accessories (Red)

    8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...

    • Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
  • 7 inch Snow Mountain Tree Stickers for Car, Mountains Graphic Logo Decals, Premium Badge Decals for Car Trunk Tailgate Emblem, Auto Decoration Accessories Universal for Truck, SUV, Laptop, Wall

    7 inch Snow Mountain Tree Stickers for C...

    • 【Works for A Long Time】: This forest snow mountain sticker is made of high quality PVC material, not only waterproof and anti-fading, but also not easy to fade very durable. We use a high level...
  • SINGARO Funny Car Stickers Exterior Accessories, High Gas Consumption Decal, Universal Fuel Gage Stickers, Suitable for Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles, SUVs

    SINGARO Funny Car Stickers Exterior Acce...

    • Funny stickers: Decorate your beloved car with this funny car sticker.
    • Sticker composition: The sticker consists of three parts, the first layer is a transparent transfer film, the second layer is a car sticker, and...
  • 3D Aluminum Alloy American US Flag Decal, 2PCS 3.8' X 0.6' Patriotic Stars Stripe USA Flag Car Stickers for Laptop/Car/Truck/Window/Bumper

    3D Aluminum Alloy American US Flag Decal...

    • Note: Please refer to picture 2 for size. The size of each shape is different. Please confirm the shape and size you need carefully before purchasing.Waterproof, light, no shrinkage, no fading, no rust.
    • Quality: High...


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