1996 Hyundai Elantra problems
The Hyundai Elantra, also known as the Hyundai Avante (Korean: 현대 아반떼), is a compact car produced by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai since 1990. The Elantra was initially marketed as the Lantra in Australia and some European markets. In Australia, this was due to the similarly named Mitsubishi Magna Elante model; similarly, in other markets, the name Avante is not used due to its similarity with Audi's "Avant" designation, which is used for their line-up of station wagons. The name was standardized as "Elantra" worldwide in 2001 (except in South Korea and Singapore).
First generation (J1; 1990)
The Elantra (codename J1) was launched in October 1990, and received a mid-term facelift in 1993.
It was sold in Europe from the spring of 1991. It replaced the somewhat larger on the outside Stellar, although that model had not been offered in many markets. The Elantra competed with the likes of the Ford Sierra and Vauxhall Cavalier/Opel Vectra, but at a considerably lower price.
The Elantra was powered by a Mitsubishi-designed 1.6 L (1595 cc) straight-four. This DOHC 16-valve 1.6 L unit produced 113 PS (83 kW) at 6000 rpm and could push the Elantra to 60 mph (97 km/h) in 9.5 seconds. The quarter-mile (0.4 km) run took 17.1 seconds and produced 129 km/h (80 mph). Top speed was 187 km/h (116 mph). The Elantra got 22 mpg‑US (11 L/100 km) in the city cycle. Starting in 1993 a Mitsubishi-designed 1.8 L (1836 cc) inline-four option was available; this unit produces 135 PS (99 kW) at 6000 rpm and replaced the twin-cam 1.6 in the home market.
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Common 1996 Hyundai Elantra problems
The Hyundai Elantra, produced since 1990, has been a popular compact car choice for many drivers. However, like any vehicle, it has faced its share of issues, particularly in the 1996 model year. Here are some of the common problems reported by owners of the 1996 Hyundai Elantra:
- Engine Faults: The 1996 Hyundai Elantra has been known to experience engine faults, which can lead to stalling or failure while driving. These faults can be caused by various factors, including worn-out engine components or faulty electrical systems.
- Steering Component Trouble: Another common issue reported by owners of the 1996 Hyundai Elantra is trouble with the steering components. This can lead to difficulty steering the vehicle, particularly at low speeds or while parking.
- Electrical System and Service Brake Faults: The 1996 Hyundai Elantra has also been known to experience electrical system and service brake faults. These faults can lead to various issues, including warning lights on the dashboard, difficulty starting the vehicle, or problems with the brakes.
- Transmission Problems: Some owners of the 1996 Hyundai Elantra have reported transmission problems, including issues with shifting or stalling. These problems can be caused by various factors, including worn-out transmission components or faulty sensors.
- Engine Noises: Some owners of the 1996 Hyundai Elantra have reported ticking or other unusual noises coming from the engine. These noises can be caused by various factors, including worn-out engine components or low engine oil levels.
- Brake Problems: Some owners of the 1996 Hyundai Elantra have reported issues with the brakes, including grinding noises or difficulty stopping the vehicle. These problems can be caused by various factors, including worn-out brake components or faulty brake systems.
It's important to note that these issues are not exclusive to the 1996 Hyundai Elantra and may be found in other model years as well. However, these issues have been reported frequently by owners of the 1996 model year. If you're considering purchasing a 1996 Hyundai Elantra, it's important to have the vehicle inspected by a qualified mechanic to ensure that these issues are not present or have been properly addressed.
What is the most common problem with the Hyundai Elantra?
A prevalent problem that the Hyundai Elantra's have is a subpar starter. A few signs of a bad starter are noises, smoke, and if the car won't start. Noises such as clicking, grinding, or a high-pitched sound can indicate that the starter is bad.
Are old Elantras reliable?
These are some tips for shopping for a used Hyundai Elantra, as well as ways to keep your car in top condition. Overall, the Hyundai Elantra has a reliability rating of 69.25, which is much higher than the industry average of 57 and on the higher end of Hyundai cars.
What year Elantras have engine problems?
Elantra owners have made 937 complaints about the 2011–2016 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it second to last in overall reliaibility , with significant engine and brakes concerns.
What is the top speed of the 1996 Hyundai Elantra?
Top speed, estimated, 110 mph. Fuel consumption, EPA city and h ighway, 22 and 31 mpg.
1996 Hyundai Elantra car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Hyundai Elantra problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Power train problems
- Fuel system problems
- Air bags problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1996 Hyundai Elantra vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1996 Hyundai Elantra
The NHTSA has received 109 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1996 Hyundai Elantra. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1996 Hyundai Elantra vehicles.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-04-29
- VIN: KMHJF24M7TU
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. THE VALVE STEMS ON THE VEHICLE CONSTANTLY FAIL AND CAUSE THE TIRES TO FLATTEN. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VALVE STEM FAILED AND FLATTENED THE TIRE. ON MAY 22, 2008, WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VALVE STEM FAILED AGAIN, THE TIRE LOST AIR, AND THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE BEGAN WOBBLING. WHEN THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE TIRES, THEY WERE FINE WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE VALVE STEM. THE STORE FROM WHERE THE TIRES WERE PURCHASED STATED THAT THE RIM WAS BENT AND THE TIRE WAS HIS RESPONSIBILITY. FOUR VALVE STEMS WERE LOST IN FIVE WEEKS. THE CONTACT WANTED TO MAKE IT CLEAR THAT THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE TIRES, ONLY THE VALVE STEMS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 98,000. UPDATED 07/22/08 *BF UPDATED 07/29/08 *BF
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-07-28
- VIN: KMHFC46F46A
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: HEADLIGHTS BLINK FOR NO APPARENT REASON SINCE NEW IN JULY 2006 ON MY AZERA LIMITED. *TR
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-03-31
- VIN: KMHJF24M1TU
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM - LOCATION POINT THAT CONNECTS TO THE LINKAGE STRIPPED CAUSING IT IN WET WEATHER TO SEND THE WIPERS TO GO COMPLETELY GO OUT PASS THE END OF WINDSHIELD. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-05-16
- VIN: KMHJF34M0TU
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. THE CONTACT SMELLED A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. SHE TOOK HER VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY FOUND NO FAILURES. FOUR YEARS LATER, THE DEALER REPLACED THE VEHICLE ACCORDING TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 00V095002 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY). TWO YEARS LATER, THE CONTACT WAS ADMITTED TO THE HOSPITAL FOR GASOLINE POISONING. AFTER BEING DISCHARGED FROM THE HOSPITAL, SHE TOOK HER VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT HER FUEL TANK WAS CRACKED AND SHE WOULD HAVE TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE AT HER OWN EXPENSE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN REPAIRED ACCORDING TO THE RECALL IN 2004. SHE FILED A FORMAL COMPLAINT WITH THE MANUFACTURER. SHE HAS A COPY OF ALL THE WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE IN REFERENCE TO THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 36,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 40,000. UPDATED 04/18/08 *BF
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-09-01
- VIN: KMHJF24M0TU
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR HANDLE AND WINDOW HANDLE(MANUAL WINDOWS) BROKE. THERE WAS NO ABNORMAL USAGE--JUST NORMAL WEAR. HOWEVER, THE INTERIOR PLASTIC HANDLES ARE POORLY MADE. WHAT IF I HAVE TO EXIT THE CAR QUICKLY IN AN EMERGENCY???*AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: KMHJF34M9TU
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: CONSUMER RECEIVED NHTSA RECALL 00V09002 CONCERNING FUEL TANKS, BUT NEVER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR RECALL REPAIRS. SIX MONTHS LATER CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR RECALL REPAIRS, AND MECHANIC INFORMED CONSUMER THAT RECALL REPAIRS HAD BEEN DONE ALREADY. CONSUMER CLAIMED THAT RECALL REPAIRS WAS NEVER PERFORMED BECAUSE HE NEVER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER. *AK
AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: KMHJF24M7TU
- Components: AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE
- Summary: AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT AN IMPACT OR COLLISION. *LA THE CONSUMER STATED THE DOOR HANDLE BROKE. *JB
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-01-13
- VIN: KMHJF24M6TU
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH VEHICLE SHOOK HEAVILY. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO PULL OUT OF THE ROAD, AND NOTICED THE PASSENGER'S SIDE WHEEL FELL OFF. DEALER INDICATED ONE OF THE SCREWS WHICH HELD THE STRUT FELL OFF. *AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-12-26
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHEN STARTING THE IGNITION TRANSMISSION LOCKED UP, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO CUT OFF. IT WOULD BE HARD FOR THE CONSUMER TO RESTART VEHICLE. DEALERSHIP/MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER OF THE TRANSMISSION FAILURE, BUT WAS UNABLE TO RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-11-03
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
- Summary: I OWN A 1996 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. MY EX PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE FROM A USED CAR LOT. WE HAVE HAD THE CAR FOR OVER 3 YEARS. ON MONDAY MORNING I WAS ON MY WAY TO THE DENTIST AND NOTICED A VERY LOUD "LOOSE BUMPING" SOUND..I KNOW THAT PROBABLY DOESN'T MAKE SENSE....UPON MY QUICK RETURN HOME I NOTICED THAT THE DRIVER REAR TIRE (THE ENTIRE THING) SEEMED TO BE LOOSE AND WOBBLY...I HAD A FRIEND COME AND TAKE A LOOK TO SEE WHAT WAS WRONG. AFTER JACKING THE CAR UP, WITH THE CAR IN THE AIR AND THE TIRE STILL ON THE GROUND HE THOUGHT THAT THE STRUT WAS BROKEN. SO AFTER FURTHER INVESTIGATION, IT WAS NOTICED THAT THE STRUT MOUNTING T THE FRAME HAD FALLEN THRU A RUSTED HOLE IN THE FRAME OF MY CAR. DISTRAUGHT AS I WAS, AND WITH NO HELP FROM THE HYUNDAI DEALER IN THE LOUISVILLE AREA, I WAS OUT OF LUCK ON HOW TO RECTIFY THIS SITUATION. NOW I AM STILL PAYING FOR A CAR THAT I CAN NEVER DRIVE. I AM WANTING TO KNOW IF ANY OTHER HYUNDAI OWNERS HAVE THIS PROBLEM. I MEAN THE CAR IS NOT EVEN 10 YEARS OLD...AND THE FRAME IS RUSTING OUT ON ME.....THERE ARE NO OTHER RUST SPOTS ON THE CAR ANYWHERE....I AM JUST TRYING TO UNDERSTAND WHY MY CAR IS BROKE AND NO ONE IS ABLE TO HELP ME FIX IT.*AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-09-19
- VIN: KMHJF24MXTU
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER RECALL #00V095000. THE PROBLEM STILL EXIST AS FAR AS SMELLING FUEL INSIDE VEHICLE. HAVE CONTACTED DEALERSHIP AND INFORMED WILL REPAIR BUT NOT FREE. PETERSBURG HYUNDAI 804 862 1000 IN VA. *AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-05-21
- VIN: KMHJF24M4TU
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TRANS. SLIPS. WHEN YOU RELEASE GAS PEDAL AT HIGH SPEEDS AND ATTEMPT TO REGAIN ACCELERATION TRANSMISSION DOES NOT RESPOND IMMEDIATELY,THERE IS AT LEAST A 5 SEC. PAUSE. I AM NOW GOING IN TO A SHOP FOR A DIAGNOSES DUE TO THE LOSS OF POWER AND NO REVERSE GEAR PRESENT. *NLM
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-08-26
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: HOOD LATCH RELEASED WHILE I WAS DRIVING CAUSING HOOD TO SLAM BACK AGAINST THE WINDSHIELD AND TOTALLY OBSTRUCTING VISION WHILE ON MAIN ROAD. CAR NEEDED TO BE TOWED AND HOOD REPLACED. AUTO BODY OWNER FOUND LATCH, BOLTS, NUTS WERE ALL RUSTED. IN RECENTLY SPEAKING WITH HIM AGAIN HE MENTIONED THAT SHORTLY AFTER I HAD MY HOOD REPLACED HE HAD ANOTHER HYUNDAI ELANTRA COME IN THAT ALSO HAD RUSTED NUTS/BOLTS/LATCH. MY CAR IS A 1996 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. *NLM
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: KMHJF24M7TU
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR HANDLE HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE AND THE HANDLE IS STILL NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. *JG
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: KMHJW24M4TU
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: VEHICLE STALLS WHEN TURNING , SLOWING OR STOPPING. NLM
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-07-25
- VIN: KMHJW34MRTV
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: IF THEY TURN OFF VEHICLE IT WOULD BE HARD TO START IT BACK UP. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-06-15
- VIN: KMHJF24M8TU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING, THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON AND THEN THE VEHICLE STALLED OUT. VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS AND THE PROBLEM IS RECCURRING. *JB OXYGEN SENSOR AND COIL PACK WERE REPLACED. FUEL INJECTORS WERE CLEANED, THROTTLE BODY REPLACED. BUT PROBLEM STILL EXISTED UNTIL DEALER FOUND BATTERY HAD DEAD CELL. *TT
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: CONSUMER TRIED TO CONTACT THE HYUNDAI CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER FOR MOTOR VEHICLE RECALL FOLLOW-UP ABOUT THE EVAPORATING EMISSION SYSTEM (00V-095), BUT HE HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO REACH ANYONE TO SET UP AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE TO REPAIRS MADE.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: CONSUMER TRIED TO CONTACT THE HYUNDAI CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER FOR MOTOR VEHICLE RECALL FOLLOW-UP ABOUT THE EVAPORATING EMISSION SYSTEM (00V-095), BUT HE HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO REACH ANYONE TO SET UP AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE TO REPAIRS MADE.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-07-06
- VIN: KMHJF34M8TU
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: VEHICLE LOST ALL DRIVE GEARS WHILE AT HIGHWAY SPEED. DEALER SERVICE REPORTS TOTAL TRANSMISSION FAILURE. OCCURED WIHOUT WARNING , NO NOTICABLE CHANGE IN TRANSMISSION FLUID, AND AT ONLY 69,975 MILES (MOSTLY IN-TOWN 20 MILE WORK COMMUTE). DEALER CLAIMS NO WARRANTY COVERAGE. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-07-07
- VIN: KMHJW24M4TU
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: RIGHT FRONT BRAKE PAD SEPARATED FROM BACKING PAD WHILE DRIVING. SITUATION RESULTED IN REDUCED BRAKING CAPABILITY WHEN BRAKES WHERE UTILIZED. BRAKE PADS HAD APPROX 25 - 35% LIFE REMAINING.*AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-06-05
- VIN: KMHJF34M9TU
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AS CONSUMER WAS DRIVING HE HAD TO SWERVE TO AVOID HITTING ANOTHER CAR. VEHICLE WENT UP ON A CURB, CAUSING BOTH AIRBAGS TO DEPLOY. WINDSHIELD WAS CRACKED BY AIRBAGS/ FRONT END WAS PUSHED BACK. PLEASE ADD ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-05-01
- VIN: KMHJF24M5TU
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: BOTH FRONT ROTORS HAVE MULTIPLE HAIRLINE CRACKS -NEVER BEEN CUT WITH PLENTY OF BRAKE LINING LEFT -- ALL HIGHWAY DRIVING NOT STOP AND GO . *AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-12-18
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KMHJF24M7TU
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 50 MPH AND CROSSING A GREEN LIGHT ANOTHER VEHICLE WAS ONCOMING TRAFFIC TRYING TO MAKE A TURN IN FRONT OF CONSUMER'S VEHICLE, BUT CONSUMER COULD NOT AVOID CRASHING INTO IT. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: KMHJF34M4T4
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WHENEVER DRIVING VEHICLE WOULD DIE OUT. TAKEN TO DEALER FOR REPAIRS 5 TIMES. EACH TIME MECHANIC COULD NOT LOCATE CAUSE OF PROBLEM. CHECKED COILS/AIR/ OIL FILTERS/ ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AND FUEL SYSTEM. NOTHING RESOLVED STALLING. *AK
1996 Hyundai Elantra recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 1996 Hyundai Elantra.
- Manufacturer: HYUNDAI CARIBBEAN-PUERTO RICO
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS CAN APPLY EXCESSIVE VACUUM TO THE FUEL TANKS DURING THE CANISTER PURGE CYCLE. IF EXCESSIVE VACUUM IS APPLIED, MINOR FUEL TANK DISTORTION CAN RESULT. A SMALL CRACK COULD DEVELOP ON THE UPPER FUEL TANK SURFACE. THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT WOULD THEN ILLUMINATE AND, IN SOME CASES, THE VEHICLE DRIVER MAY NOTICE A GASOLINE ODOR.
- Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL PRESSURE CHECK THE VEHICLE'S FUEL TANK TO DETERMINE IF IT HAS CRACKED. IF THE FUEL TANK HAS CRACKED, IT WILL BE REPLACED.
- Manufacturer: HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS CAN APPLY EXCESSIVE VACUUM TO THE FUEL TANKS DURING THE CANISTER PURGE CYCLE. IF EXCESSIVE VACUUM IS APPLIED, MINOR FUEL TANK DISTORTION CAN RESULT. A SMALL CRACK COULD DEVELOP ON THE UPPER FUEL TANK SURFACE. THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT WOULD THEN ILLUMINATE AND, IN SOME CASES, THE VEHICLE DRIVER MAY NOTICE A GASOLINE ODOR.
- Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL PRESSURE CHECK THE VEHICLE'S FUEL TANK TO DETERMINE IF IT HAS CRACKED. IF THE FUEL TANK HAS CRACKED, IT WILL BE REPLACED.
- Manufacturer: HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
- Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
- Summary: THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR CIRCUIT BREAKER ELECTRICAL CONTACTS WERE CONTAMINATED DURING ASSEMBLY.
- Consequence: THIS CONTAMINATION INTERFERES WITH THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT CONTINUITY AND PREVENTS THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR FROM OPERATING. INOPERATIVE WINDSHIELD WIPERS CAN CONTRIBUTE TO REDUCED VISIBILITY DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE CONTAMINANTS FROM THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR CIRCUIT BREAKER CONTACTS.
Negative 1996 Hyundai Elantra car reviews
Positive 1996 Hyundai Elantra car reviews
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Our car has been a reliable companion, having driven over 125,000 miles. We have taken good care of it by changing the oil every 3000 miles, and it has rewarded us with great performance. Although we have had some issues with the check engine light coming on, they were resolved through several recalls and a new gas cap. We have only had to replace the clutch once and the brakes once or twice. Recently, we had to replace the wiper motor and window regulator, which cost around $200 each, but overall, we have had very few problems. Our positive experience with this car led us to purchase a 2003 Santa Fe.
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I love my 1996 Elantra! It has over 180,000 miles on it and it just keeps on going. I've never had to do any major work on it. While the paint and exhaust system could use some improvements as they are very easy to scratch, the car is still awesome. The interior could also be improved, but overall it's a great car!
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Bought it used and have had it for almost 3 years now, with about 80k miles on it. I'm pretty happy with it so far! It's relatively fun to drive, stable on the highway, fast, and roomy. I've had mostly minor problems and maintenance issues, but I have noticed that parts for Hyundai can be pretty expensive. Overall, I think it's a very nice car, but it's worth noting that it may not be as cheap to maintain as the price suggests.
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You've got yourself a trouble-free and economical car! It's great to hear that it's the best economy car you've owned.
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Hilton Borer 2025-01-05
Despite some initial issues, the Elantra 4 door with 86K miles has proven to be a reliable mode of transportation. While the engine may not be the most powerful, it runs smoothly and efficiently. The emissions controls ensure that the car is environmentally friendly, and the interior is comfortable and well-designed. Although the gas mileage may be slightly lower than advertised, it still achieves a respectable 20-25 mpg in the city and up to 25 mpg on the highway.
Ed Boyer 2024-11-27
I have been driving this vehicle for almost 8 years and have put on 100-140 miles daily. It has now reached an impressive 279K miles. Over the years, I have had to do some major servicing, including a refurbished AT tranny at 147k ($1300) and a recent water pump replacement ($450) along with timing belt service, used power steering pump, gas filter, 2 radiator fan motors, and 3rd set of tires (90K ea). Surprisingly, I have not had to replace the alternator, muffler, or injector servicing. Although the check engine light has been on for 100k now, I still manage to get 35 to 38 mpg on the freeway and 30-33 mpg on a combo. The vehicle has no oil or tranny leaks, which is amazing! Unlike my previous American cars, this one has not messed up my garage!
Jordy Larkin 2024-05-01
I purchased this car used from a family friend and have had a bit of a love-hate relationship with it ever since. While the car is very fun to drive, being a 5-speed manual, unfortunately, everything on it except the engine is not up to par. Literally every creature comfort has broken on this car, including the sunroof, power windows, interior door handles x2, headliner, plastic molding, weather stripping, and more. Despite the numerous problems with the non-essentials (everything but the engine), I have loved every minute of owning this car. I would highly recommend it as a first car for high school students.