2001 Hyundai Elantra problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2001 Hyundai Elantra have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2001 Hyundai Elantra. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

Q: What gas mileage does the 2001 Hyundai Elantra get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2001 Hyundai Elantra at about 25 mpg combined (21 city / 30 highway).

Q: How much is a 2001 Hyundai Elantra worth?

Comparable 2001 Hyundai Elantra listings run roughly $550–$2,650, typically around $1,506 (from 22 vehicles).

2001 Hyundai Elantra at a glance

Safety recalls6

Owner complaints330

Combined25 mpg

Typical price$1,506

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2001 Hyundai Elantra recalls 6

Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module-inactive NHTSA Campaign #08V533000 · 14/10/2008

HYUNDAI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MY 2001-2002 ELANTRA VEHICLES. MOVEMENT OF THE SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG WIRING HARNESS MOUNTED UNDER EACH FRONT SEAT, POSSIBLY CAUSED BY CONTACT FROM MATERIALS PLACED UNDER THE SEAT, MAY RESULT IN AN ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE THAT WOULD CAUSE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATION.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR CLIPS AND REVISED SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG WIRING HARNESS ATTACHMENTS UNDER THE DRIVER'S AND FRONT PASSENGER'S SEATS. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING THE FOURTH QUARTER OF 2008, AND WILL BE SENT OUT IN SIX MAILINGS. OWNERS MA…

Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module-inactive NHTSA Campaign #08V532000 · 14/10/2008

HYUNDAI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MY 2001 ELANTRA VEHICLES. IF A LIQUID IS SPILLED IN THE AREA OF THE CUPHOLDER ON THE CENTER CONSOLE, IT MAY SEEP THROUGH THE CONSOLE OPENING FOR THE PARKING BRAKE LEVER AND THEN DRIP ONTO THE AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR. THE SPILLED LIQUID MAY CONTAMINATE THE AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE AND ITS ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR TO THE AIR BAG WIRING HARNESS AND CAUSE THE SUPPLEMENTAL RE…

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A PROTECTIVE COVER OVER THE VEHICLE'S AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE CONNECTOR. THE RECALL OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 30, 2008, AND LETTERS WILL BE SENT OUT IN SIX MAILINGS. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI AT 1-800-633-5151.

Suspension:front:control Arm NHTSA Campaign #09V125000 · 16/04/2009

HYUNDAI IS RECALLING 160,904 MY 2001-2003 ELANTRA AND MY 2003 TIBURON VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. ROAD SALT USED DURING THE WINTER …

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARMS FOR CORROSION DAMAGE. IF SPECIFIED LEVELS OF INTERNAL CORROSION DAMAGE ARE FOUND, THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARMS WILL BE REPLACED WITH NEW FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARMS INCORPORATING ADDITIONAL HOLES IN THE UPPER AND LOWER PANELS. IF THE FRONT LOWER CONT…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings NHTSA Campaign #03V257000 · 22/07/2003

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE REAR BRAKE TUBES PASS BEHIND THE FRONT SUSPENSION CROSSMEMBER. TWO STEERING GEARBOX MOUNTING BRACKETS ARE WELDED TO THE CROSSMEMBER. ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS), THE REAR BRAKE TUBES COULD CONTACT BOTH STEERING GEARBOX MOUNTING BRACKETS. ON VEHICLES THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH ABS, THE REAR BRAKE TUBES MAY CONTACT ONLY THE LEFT MOUNTING BRACKET. CONT…

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPOSITION THE REAR BRAKE TUBES SO THEY DO NOT CONTACT THE MOUNTING BRACKETS, INSTALL BRAKE TUBE CLIPS TO CONTROL THE LOCATION OF THE REAR BRAKE TUBES, AND APPLY ANTI-CORROSION MATERIAL TO THE TUBES IN THE AREAS WHERE CONTACT WITH THE MOUNTING BRACKETS MAY HAVE OCCURRED. OWNER NOTIFIC…

Air Bags:side/window NHTSA Campaign #00V332000 · 17/10/2000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM SIDE AIR BAG SATELLITE SENSORS INSTALLED WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED, CAUSING THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE AND THE SIDE AIR BAGS TO NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TWO SATELLITE SENSORS.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings NHTSA Campaign #03V496000 · 03/12/2003

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE BRAKE TUBES FOR THE REAR BRAKES CAN CONTACT THE STEERING GEARBOX MOUNTING BRACKETS.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPOSITION THE REAR BRAKE TUBES, INSTALL BRAKE TUBE CLIPS, AND APPLY ANTI-CORROSION MATERIAL TO THE REAR BRAKE TUBES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JANUARY 22, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HYUNDAI OF PUERTO RICO AT 1-800-633-5151.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2001 Hyundai Elantra common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 330 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Suspension

Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

2001 Hyundai Elantra MPG & running costs

Combined25 mpg

City21 mpg

Highway30 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,450

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2001 Hyundai Elantra worth?

Low

$550

Typical price

$1,506

High

$2,650

From 22 comparable 2001 Hyundai Elantra listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2001 Hyundai Elantra costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$12,250

Fuel only$12,250

Per mile$0.16

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2001 Hyundai Elantra trims & engines on record

Trims

GLS · GT

Engines

2.7L

2001 Hyundai Elantra vehicles on record

2001 Hyundai Elantra GLSKMHDN45D21U157119

2001 Hyundai Elantra GLSKMHDN45D51U169006

2001 Hyundai Elantra GLSKMHDN45D81U241462 2001 Hyundai Elantra GLSKMHDN45D91U092396

2001 Hyundai Elantra GLSKMHDN45D11U075995

2001 Hyundai Elantra GLSKMHDN45D91U034787

2001 Hyundai Elantra GLSKMHDN45D01U050327

2001 Hyundai Elantra GLSKMHDN45D91U111108 2001 Hyundai Elantra GLSKMHDN45D81U241543 2001 Hyundai Elantra GLSKMHDN45D11U212417

2001 Hyundai Elantra GLSKMHDN45D81U233135

2001 Hyundai Elantra GLSKMHDN45D31U083970

2001 Hyundai Elantra GLSKMHDN45D61U056150 2001 Hyundai Elantra GLSKMHDN45D21U155208

2001 Hyundai Elantra GLSKMHDN45D71U182517

2001 Hyundai Elantra GLSKMHDN45DX1U166408

2001 Hyundai Elantra GLSKMHDN45D11U146936 2001 Hyundai Elantra GLSKMHDN45D01U236014

2001 Hyundai Elantra GTKMHDN55D81U038822

2001 Hyundai Elantra GLSKMHDN45D51U079970

2001 Hyundai Elantra GLSKMHDN45D71U107672 2001 Hyundai Elantra GLSKMHDN45D81U210518 2001 Hyundai Elantra GLSKMHDN45D81U084113

2001 Hyundai Elantra GLSKMHDN45D01U059089

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2001 Hyundai Elantra — frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Hyundai Elantra have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2001 Hyundai Elantra. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Hyundai Elantra?

Based on 330 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, suspension, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2001 Hyundai Elantra get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2001 Hyundai Elantra at about 25 mpg combined (21 city / 30 highway).

How much is a 2001 Hyundai Elantra worth?

Comparable 2001 Hyundai Elantra listings run roughly $550–$2,650, typically around $1,506 (from 22 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.