Model year guide

2011 Hyundai Elantra

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2011 Hyundai Elantra is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 209 on record.

2011 Hyundai Elantra — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2011 Hyundai Elantra at a glance

Safety recalls5
Owner complaints460
Combined32 mpg
Typical price$8,181

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2011 Hyundai Elantra recalls 5

Suspension:front:springs:coil Springs NHTSA Campaign #15V629000 · 07/10/2015

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011 Elantra vehicles manufactured November 12, 2010, to March 31, 2011, and Sonata vehicles manufactured December 11, 2009, to February 28, 2010, originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsy…

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front coil springs, free of charge. Interim notifications were mailed on November 17, 2015. The recall began on January 6, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 133. Note…

Electronic Stability Control (esc) NHTSA Campaign #15V871000 · 23/12/2015

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Elantra vehicles manufactured October 29, 2010, to October 25, 2011. Due to an electronic stability control (ESC) sensor malfunction, the brakes for one or more wheels may be applied unexpectedly and the engine power may be reduced. These symptoms will be accompanied by illumination of the ESC indicator lamp in the instrument cluster.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will verify the proper operation of the ESC sensors, and update the ESC system's calibration, free of charge. The recall began June 6, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 137.

Air Bags:side/window NHTSA Campaign #13V115000 · 01/04/2013

Hyundai Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Elantra vehicles manufactured from November 12, 2010, through March 5, 2013. A support bracket attached to the headliner may become displaced during a side curtain airbag deployment.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will apply adhesive strips to the headliner, free of charge. The safety recall began during April 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 109.

Equipment:electrical NHTSA Campaign #20V393000 · 02/07/2020

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Hyundai Elantra and Sonata Hybrid, 2012 Accent and Veloster vehicles. The 12V accessory socket outlet may have been over-tightened during installation, possibly disabling the thermal fuse and allowing the outlet to overheat with prolonged use, such as by using the Tire Mobility Kit air compressor to inflate a tire.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Tire Mobility Kit accessory outlet plug with a direct-to-battery connection wire harness kit, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this rec…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module NHTSA Campaign #23V651000 · 22/09/2023

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine c…

Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyu…

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.

2011 Hyundai Elantra common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 460 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
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.
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.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2011 Hyundai Elantra MPG & running costs

Combined32 mpg
City28 mpg
Highway38 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$1,900

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

What's a 2011 Hyundai Elantra worth?

Low
$6,000
Typical price
$8,181
High
$10,300

From 206 comparable 2011 Hyundai Elantra listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2011 Hyundai Elantra costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$9,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$5,550
Total$15,050
Per mile$0.20

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($8,181) with the same model 5 model-years older ($2,623), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2011 Hyundai Elantra trims & engines on record

Trims
GLS · GLS PZEV · GLS (Middle grade) · Middle level
Engines
1.8L · 2.0L

2011 Hyundai Elantra vehicles on record

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2011 Hyundai Elantra — frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 Hyundai Elantra have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2011 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 2011 Hyundai Elantra?

Based on 460 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, steering, engine.

What gas mileage does the 2011 Hyundai Elantra get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2011 Hyundai Elantra at about 32 mpg combined (28 city / 38 highway).

How much is a 2011 Hyundai Elantra worth?

Comparable 2011 Hyundai Elantra listings run roughly $6,000–$10,300, typically around $8,181 (from 206 vehicles).

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