repaired · 2022 Q1
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
Risk. An electrical short within the ABS Module may cause an engine compartment fire, even when the car is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.
2010 Hyundai Elantra TouringProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 75 owner complaints about the 2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring, most often about the steering. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 20V-061 the manufacturer reports only 31% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 31, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring has problems
75 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
38Steering1 crash/fire/injury
10Electrical system3 crash/fire/injury
9Electronic stability control (ESC)
6Air bags3 crash/fire/injury
4Wheels
4Service brakes
4Suspension
4Tires
3Visibility
159 other systems7 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 38 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 10 | 3 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 9 | 0 |
| Air bags | 6 | 3 |
| Wheels | 4 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 0 |
| Suspension | 4 | 0 |
| Tires | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility | 3 | 0 |
| 9 other systems | 15 | 7 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Steering: electric power assist system
Risk. If power steering assist is lost, greater driver effort would be required to steer the vehicle at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q4
Structure: frame and members
Risk. If the headliner support bracket makes contact with an occupant during a crash, it may cause a laceration injury.
no report yet
Brake lights: switch
Risk. Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Hyundai.
Mileage at failure
When do steering problems start?
69kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 28 steering complaints. 71% were reported before 100,000 miles.
7under 30k miles20under 100k miles8100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2010 vs. every other Elantra Touring year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Elantra Touring median. How we score
'09'10'11'12'13
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring safety ratings
2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring 4-DR. Wagon w/SAB in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring, and the recalls they led to.
- Headliner Bracket DetachmentLed to recall 14V-310
In owners' words
What Elantra Touring owners report
Recent steering complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle became difficult to steer. The Electronic Power Steering (EPS) and electronic control unit (ECU) warning lights illuminated. The contact researched the issue and became aware…
I have gone to multiple Hyundai dealerships to remedy the open recall on my vehicle. None of them are able to accomplish it due to lack of equipment. My electronic power steering recently failed after multiple attempts to accomplish the recall. The most recent attempt was at the Hundai dealership…
I own a 2010 Hyundai Elantra that has experienced a sudden loss of power steering assist on multiple occasions. When this happens, the steering wheel becomes very difficult to turn, especially when maneuvering at low speeds or parking. The EPS light comes on and stays illuminated. This creates a…
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