2006 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 2006 Hyundai Elantra problems
The Hyundai Elantra 2006 has been reported to have several common problems based on complaints from owners of this car.
One of the most common issues is the check engine light coming on, which can be caused by various factors such as a misfire in cylinder 4, as reported by a few owners.
Another common problem with the Hyundai Elantra 2006 is the engine and powertrain complaints, which have been reported to be remarkably few, with just ten reports in total. This issue can be resolved by adjusting the clutch or replacing the transmission, depending on the severity of the problem.
Exterior lighting issues are also a common problem with the Hyundai Elantra 2006, with 38 complaints on file, mostly for failing brake lights. This issue can be resolved by replacing the brake light bulbs or the entire brake light assembly, depending on the severity of the problem.
Build quality issues, such as peeling paint and cracked interior trim, have also been reported by some owners of the Hyundai Elantra 2006. These issues can be resolved by repainting the car or replacing the affected interior parts, depending on the severity of the problem.
Failing smog tests have also been reported by some owners of the Hyundai Elantra 2006, which can be caused by various factors such as a faulty oxygen sensor or a rich fuel mixture. This issue can be resolved by replacing the affected parts or adjusting the fuel mixture, depending on the severity of the problem.
In addition to these common problems, some owners of the Hyundai Elantra 2006 have reported issues with the airbags failing to deploy in the event of an accident, which is a serious safety concern. This issue can be resolved by replacing the affected airbags or the entire airbag system, depending on the severity of the problem.
Overall, the Hyundai Elantra 2006 is a reliable car that can last up to 200,000 to 250,000 miles before the engine and transmission repairs get to be more expensive than they’re worth. However, like any car, it can have some common problems that can affect its performance and safety. Therefore, it is essential to maintain the car regularly and address any issues promptly to ensure its longevity and reliability.
Is the 2006 Hyundai Elantra a good car?
Reliability 8/10 – Some drivers report topping 300,000 miles on the original transmission. Even if you don't get that far, maintenance is cheap and major repairs are few and far between. Safety 7/10 – The 2006 Elantra earned solid crash test scores, but anti-lock brakes cost extra no matter the trim level.
What is the most common problem with the Hyundai Elantra?
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- Air conditioning problem.
How many miles can a 2006 Hyundai Elantra last?
How many miles can a Hyundai Elantra last? A Hyundai Elantra can easily last 150,000 to 250,000 miles with regular maintenance and good driving practices. If you drive around 15,000 miles per year, it will survive 13 to 17 years before needing costly repairs or breaking down.
What is the fuel consumption of a 2006 Hyundai Elantra?
Hyundai Elantra 2006 Fuel consumption
| Hyundai Elantra Model | Body Type | Fuel Consumption |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0 HVT | Hatchback | 8.1L/100km |
| 2.0 HVT | Hatchback | 9.1L/100km |
| 2.0 HVT | Sedan | 9.1L/100km |
| 2.0 HVT | Sedan | 9.1L/100km |
2006 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:
- Air bags problems
- Exterior lighting problems
- Service brakes problems
- Electrical system problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2006 Hyundai Elantra vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2006 Hyundai Elantra
The NHTSA has received 155 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2006 Hyundai Elantra. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2006 Hyundai Elantra vehicles.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-07-23
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KMHDN46DX6U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: My son was driving our 2006 Hyundai Elantra and crashed into the end of a guardrail. The air bag did not deploy. The car was declared a total loss by the insurance company. I am concerned that the airbag did not deploy with the severity of the crash. I have uploaded three pictures of the car and one of the end of the guardrail that was impacted. The estimate for speed at impact was 35 mph. The weather was sunny, dry and above 80 degrees. about 6:30PM Eastern time.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-04-26
- VIN: KMHDN46D46U
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: WENT FOR AN INSPECTION AND WAS TOLD MY FRONT SUB FRAME WAS RUSTED AND ROTTED. THEY TOLD ME IT WAS UNDER RECALL, BUT UPON FURTHER RESEARCH I FOUND THERE HAVE BEEN RECALLS ON THIS SAME PART FOR OTHER YEARS OF THIS CAR BUT APPARANTLY THE 2006 WAS NOT INCLUDED, EVEN THOUGH I HAVE THE SAME ISSUES, AND THEY CHARGED ME FOR OTHER REPAIRS UNDER THE PRETENSE THAT THE SUB FRAME WOULD BE FIXED BY A DEALERSHIP FOR FREE DUE TO THE RECALL.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-08-12
- VIN: KMHDN46D56U
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: EXTENSIVE RUST ON THE LOWER ENGINE SUBFRAME CROSSMEMBER: THE SUBFRAME HAS ROTTED LOOSE AND THE FRONT SUSPENSION CONTROL ARMS RATTLE THE SUBFRAME FROM WHERE THEY ARE ATTACHED. THIS ELANTRA WAS PURCHASED NEW AND ONLY HAS 44000 MILES. THE CONTROL ARMS WILL TEAR AWAY FROM THE LOOSE SUBFRAME AND CAUSE A LOOS OF CONTROL ACCIDENT.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-03-20
- VIN: KMHDN46F56U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I NOTICED THAT MY AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON NEAR MY DASHBOARD WHERE ARE THE SPEEDOMETER IS AND WHEN I HAVE PASSENGERS IN MY CAR THE PASSENGER AIRBAG LIGHT IS OFF I DON'T BELIEVE MY SENSORS WORK FOR MY AIRBAGS
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-13
- VIN: KMHDN46D76U
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: MY BRAKE LIGHTS ARE STUCK ON BUT MY FUSES ARE NOT BLOWN.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-02-06
- VIN: KMHDN46D86U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: AFTER OWNING TWO '06 ELANTRAS, I'VE COME TO REALIZE A RECURRING ISSUE WITH THE DASHBOARD ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS. WHEN THE TURNER INDICATOR IS ENGAGED, THE REST OF THE DASHBOARD HAS A TENDENCY TO SHORT OUT FOR A SECOND OR TWO BEFORE RETURNING TO NORMAL.
AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-09-02
- VIN: KMHDN56D86U
- Components: AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: AIR BAG LIGHT ON BRAKE LIGHTS STAY ON AFTER CAR OFF AND FOOT NOT PUSHING THEM ON
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-10-18
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: KMHDN46DX6U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT IMPACT AND SMOKE WAS DETECTED INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED BURNS AND INJURIES TO THE EYES, CHEST, AND CHIN. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS NOT RECEIVED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE LOCAL DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 135,000.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-24
- VIN: KMHDN46D56U
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE POLICE INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE BRAKE LIGHTS WERE INOPERABLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE LOCAL DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS SIMILAR TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 09V280000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 133,676.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-18
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KMHDN46D66U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I REAR-ENDED SOMEONE AT AROUND 30-35 MPH. THE VEHICLE I HIT WAS STATIONARY. THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY BUT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS LEFT ON. NO ONE WAS INJURED.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-12-09
- VIN: KMHDN46D56U
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: MY 2006 HYUNDAI ELANTRA BRAKE LIGHTS HAVE STOPPED FUNCTIONING ALL OF A SUDDEN. I REPLACED BOTH BULBS AND NOTHING CHANGED. THERE IS A SAFETY RECALL FOR THIS MODEL VEHICLE FOR A BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH MALFUNCTION AND DESCRIBES IN DETAIL THE EXACT PROBLEM WITH MY CAR BUT MY VIN DOES NOT APPEAR TO QUALIFY FOR THIS CAMPAIGN.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-10-01
- VIN: KMHDN46D06U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE CAR AIRBAG LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY COMES ON. IT DOES NOT SEEM TO BE RELATED TO ANYTHING IN PARTICULAR. A MECHANIC READ CODE B1448 FOR A DEFECTIVE PASSENGER SIDE SEAT OCCUPANCY SENSOR. IT SEEMS THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH HYUNDAI'S AND THE ACCENT'S WERE RECALLED BUT NOT THE ELANTRA. I SUSPECT THE SAME OR SIMILAR PROBLEM IS HAPPENING WITH THE 2016 HYUNDAI ELANTRA OCCUPANT SENSOR.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-19
- VIN: KMHDN46D96U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AND WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED, WHICH WAS A SAFETY CONCERN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL ON THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 140,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-01
- VIN: KMHDN46D76U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,AIR BAGS
- Summary: PASSENGER AIRBAG LIGHT IN THE CENTER HAS NEVER WORKED PROPERLY SINCE I'VE GOTTEN THE CAR, THE LIGHT NEVER USED TO GO OFF WHEN AN ADULT WAS SITTING IN THE PASSENGER SEAT WHICH MEANS THE AIRBAGS WERE DISABLED. NOW THE DASHBOARD AIRBAG LIGHT HAS BEEN ILLUMINATED CONSTANTLY FOR ABOUT 6 MONTHS AND DOES NOT EVER GO OFF, MEANING ALL AIRBAGS ARE DISABLED. IT CAME ON UPON STARTING UP MY VEHICLE AND HAS NOT GONE OFF SINCE. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS AND A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR, BUT IS NOT REPORTED PROPERLY VIA NHTSA, INSTEAD MANY COMPLAINTS ARE MADE VIA FORUMS. ALSO, WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT AND MY HEADLIGHTS ARE ON, TURNING THE WHEEL AND USING THE BLINKER CAUSES ALL DASH LIGHTS AS WELL AS MY HEADLIGHTS AND BRAKE LIGHTS TO FLICKER BRIEFLY. REAR WINDOWS ARE NOT ABLE TO BE ROLLED DOWN VIA THE MAIN CONTROL ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE, ONLY CAN BE ROLLED UP.
AIR BAGS,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-06-06
- VIN: KMHDN46D76U
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEATS
- Summary: THIS SAFETY COMPLAINT HAS TO DO WITH THE B1448 OC SENSOR MAT DEFECT, I HAVE AN AIR BAG LIGHT ON AND HAVE USED A SCAN TOOL AND GOT THE CODE FOR THE B1448 OC SENSOR MAT DEFECT. THIS ISSUE WAS GIVEN A RECALL FOR THE HYUNDAI SONATA BUT I HAVE A HYUNDAI ELANTRA AND THERE IS NO RECALL BUT MY CAR FACES THE SAME ISSUE. I'VE READ THAT DEALERS TRY TO CHARGE AS MUCH AS $1,000 TO FIX THIS ISSUE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-01-01
- VIN: KMHDN46D66U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIRBAG LIGHT ON DASH ILLUMINATED FOR 10+ YEARS, WILL NOT SHUT OFF. PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF LIGHT IN CENTER CONSOLE WILL NOT ILLUMINATE REGARDLESS OF EVEN WHEN A SMALL STATURED PASSENGER IS PRESENT OR THERE IS NO PASSENGER AT ALL.
AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-11-20
- VIN: KMHDN46D16U
- Components: AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: MY PASSENGER OCCUPANCY SENSOR NO LONGER DETECTS THE PRESENCE OF A PASSENGER, SO MY PASSENGER AIRBAG IS ALWAYS ON, WHEN THE SEAT IS BOTH OCCUPIED OR UNOCCUPIED. ALSO, MY BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH NO LONGER WORKS, SO MY BRAKE LIGHTS DO NOT TURN ON WHEN I DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL. BOTH OF THESE ISSUES OCCUR INCESSANTLY.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-23
- VIN: KMHDN46D36U
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE EXTERIOR BRAKE LIGHTS REMAINED ILLUMINATED EVEN WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS NOT DEPRESSED. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. UPON CONDUCTING RESEARCH, THE CONTACT WAS MADE AWARE OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V113000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, EXTERIOR LIGHTING) AS A POSSIBLE EXPLANATION FOR THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE VIN WAS NOT ASSOCIATED WITH THE RECALL. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 118,000.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-06-27
- VIN: KMHDN46D96U
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: ANNUAL SAFETY CHECK TODAY REVEALED ALL OF THE BREAK LIGHTING WAS NOT WORKING ON OUR 2006 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. CHECKED FUSE AND BULB AND ALL ARE WORKING. SEARCHED THIS WEBSITE AND FOUND RECALLS FOR MANY MODELS AND YEARS OF HYUNDAI, BUT NOT THIS PARTICULAR YEAR AND MODEL. I NOTICED ALSO THAT THE LEFT AND RIGHT TURN SIGNAL LIGHTS WOULD OPERATE WITHOUT THE KEY IN THE IGNITION. THESE ISSUES WERE RESOLVED WITH THE INSTALATION OF A NEW SWITCH
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-01-01
- VIN: KMHDN46D06U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: MY CAR HAS HAD ENGINE LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF FOR YEARS ON THEIR OWN, WINDOWS THAT YOU USE ONE SWITCH FOR THAT MAKE A DIFFERENT WINDOW GO DOWN AND THEN SOMETIMES THEY DON'T GO UP, MY BRAKES HAVEN'T RELEASED THE CRUISE CONTROL AT TIMES AND NOW MY PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT WON'T GO OFF SO I CAN'T PASS INSPECTION. THIS IS NOT SOMETHING I HAD ANYTHING TO DO WITH AND WANT IT FIXED, IT'S A SAFETY ISSUE
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-01-11
- Crash: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TOWING FACILITY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN AND FAILURE MILEAGE WERE UNAVAILABLE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-11-18
- VIN: KMHDN46D06U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON 2 WEEKS AGO, TECHNICIAN SAID THE CODE IS B1448 PASSENGER SEAT MAT CUSHION SENSOR. I AM TOLD THAT ALL AIR BAGS ARE NOW DISABLED AND THIS IS A VERY EXPENSIVE REPAIR. I SEE SEVERAL COMPLAINTS ON THIS ISSUE IN JUST THE LATEST INCIDENT REPORTS. THIS SHOULD BE REPAIRED BY HYUNDAI AT NO COST TO THE CONSUMER.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-14
- VIN: KMHDN46D36U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BAG LIGHT ON DASH IS LIT ALL THE TIME. DEALER HAS RESET THE LIGHT ON TWO OCCASIONS, BUT IT KEEPS COMING BACK AFTER A FEW DRIVES IN THE CAR. DEALER SAYS THE PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT SENSOR IS SHORTED OUT. DEALER INFORMED ME THAT WHILE THE AIR BAG LIGHT IS LIT, THE AIR BAGS ARE DISABLED AND WILL NOT DEPLOY, EVEN IF IN AN ACCIDENT. NOW I OWN A CAR THAT WILL NOT PROTECT ME IN A CRASH AND IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. DEALER SAYS THE ONLY REPAIR IS TO REPLACE THE ENTIRE PASSENGER SEAT BOTTOM COSTING OVER $1400. THE CAR IS NOT WORTH MUCH MORE THAN THAT, BUT IT IS WORTH ALOT TO ME BECAUSE I NEED IT FOR TRANSPORTATION.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-11-09
- VIN: KMHDN46D16U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON
AIR BAGS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-10-13
- VIN: KMHDN46D96U
- Components: AIR BAGS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: AIR BAG LIGHT ON / EMMISIONS AIR BAG ALL SENORS WERE SWAPPED AND NOW I'M BEING TOLD THE CUSHION SHOULD BE REPLACED SINCE THE SENSOR SWAP DIDN'T SOLVE THE PROBLEM. $1500 EMISSIONS/ PUMPING GAS FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED. GAS PUMP KICKS OUT AFTER 2-3 SECONDS WHEN PUTTING IN GAS. NOW I'M TOLD I NEED TO REPLACE CHARCOAL CANISTER, CANISTER CLOSE VALVE, PURGE CONTROL VALVE, AND VENT VALVE. IF I DON'T I EVENTUALLY WON'T BE ABLE TO PUT GAS IN THE TANK. $1,100 THEY ARE BOTH SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUES AND HYUNDAI NEEDS TO BACK UP THEIR PRODUCT. THESE ARE SIMPLE CONSUMABLE PIECES LIKE FLUIDS, VALUES, HOSES OR FILTERS.
2006 Hyundai Elantra recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
- Manufacturer: HYUNDAI CARIBBEAN-PUERTO RICO
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: HYUNDAI IS RECALLING 3,011 MODEL YEAR 2005-2007 ELANTRA, TUCSON, SONATA, AZERA AND ACCENT VEHICLES. A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO FAIL TO ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED OR MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS RELEASED. A DEFECTIVE STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY ALSO AFFECT THE OPERATION OF THE BRAKE-TRANSMISSION SHIFT INTERLOCK FEATURE SO THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO BE SHIFT OUT OF THE "PARK" POSITION. IT MAY ALSO CAUSE THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) MALFUNCTION LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE, AND IT MAY NOT DEACTIVATE THE CRUISE CONTROL WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.
- Consequence: ANY OF THESE MALFUNCTIONS COULD LEAD TO A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI OF PUERTO RICO CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-787-999-4310.
Negative 2006 Hyundai Elantra car reviews
Positive 2006 Hyundai Elantra car reviews
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During my time stationed in Germany from 1969 to 1971, I had the pleasure of owning a 1965 BMW. I have fond memories of driving it on the two lane 'Bundestrasses' and pushing it to its limits. Recently, I purchased a 2006 Elantra and was pleasantly surprised by its handling. I can comfortably cruise at 65 to 70 mph, and effortlessly navigate the corners on the rural roads of Texas. The car feels like it was made for these roads, and I am thoroughly impressed. I am so satisfied with this car that I plan on purchasing more Hyundais in the future. Once I pay off this car, I plan on keeping it and replacing my 1990 Wrangler with a new Tucson. By the way, I am getting an impressive 36 miles to the gallon on these roads.
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You've had this for 10 years now and it still works perfectly today. It's amazing that you haven't had any major problems with it since the day you purchased it in 2006!
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I purchased my car from Universal Hyundai in Orlando back in May 06. My first contact with them was through the internet, and I must say, they gave me an amazing deal of $13,900. No other dealer in the area could match it. The salespeople were extremely helpful and went over every detail of the car with me. The service I have received has been top-notch. Whenever I get my car serviced at the dealership, I get 'tires for life'. My wife and I even took the car on a trip to NJ, and it ran exceptionally well, averaging over 32 mpg. One tank even got over 36 mpg! The car is exactly what I was looking for, and we are even considering trading our SUV for the new Elantra (once we see it, of course). We are also considering the Sonata or Azera. I have no complaints with the car or the dealership.
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This car has been full of surprises! It gets an impressive 33mpg on the highway and 26-27mpg in town. And can you believe it cruises at 100mph easily on the highway? (Yes, 100mph. Easily!) The ride on the highway is much smoother than you would expect, and even when pushed at a brisk rate, the car still handles very well, never leaving you feeling out of control. Plus, the brakes are good. And the best part? No rattles or squeaks! The quality of build is very impressive.
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You can always count on this vehicle to be reliable and comfortable, while also providing great gas mileage.
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Are you having problems with your 2006 Hyundai Elantra?
Mack Jenkins 2024-11-10
The car has been reliable so far, with only a few minor issues with the interior. Hyundai was able to fix these issues without any problems. However, the car could benefit from more horsepower as it is slow to start and difficult to pass other vehicles. With only 138 horsepower, adding an additional 40 horsepower would greatly improve its performance and make it more enjoyable to drive. That being said, if you're looking for a practical vehicle for transportation, this car is great. I have the hatchback model and with the back seat down, it can fit a lot of stuff. I've owned it for 5 months now and have only had to bring it in for its 7,500 mile service with no major issues so far.
Alexander Ondricka 2024-09-28
Although the Hyundai Elantra GLS was purchased only 4 months ago, it has not met my expectations in terms of handling. The car's acceleration is not as responsive as I would like, and the gas pedal has a soft and loose feel to it. In comparison to my previous 1999 Corolla, the Elantra's handling is subpar. While the car looks nice for the price, I do not feel safe nor enjoy driving it.
Jameson Batz 2024-09-24
I currently own an 06 Elantra, after owning an 02 Elantra, and I have noticed a significant decrease in gas mileage. Unfortunately, I am not getting the 18 miles to the gallon that I used to get, despite taking good care of it and bringing it in for regular maintenance. Additionally, I have noticed some issues with the reliability of the parts and the build quality of the car. The interior has begun to show some wear and tear, with switches and knobs breaking and the cloth seats coming apart. As someone who primarily uses the car for city driving, I am disappointed that it is costing me so much to maintain. However, I still appreciate the features that the Elantra offers and hope that these issues can be addressed in future models.
Gussie Williamson 2024-08-28
The catalytic converter failed shortly after the warranty expired, followed by the radiator and all belts, including the timing belt. Despite only being driven about 5,000 miles per year, the vehicle had 26,000 miles on it when purchased. Regular oil changes and maintenance checkups were performed, and the air conditioning was the only component that functioned without issue.
Giovanny Batz 2024-05-24
I bought a Hyundai Elantra in 2006. About 11k miles on the car that I noticed my right rear tire's treads are exposed. I TOOK THE CAR TO FIRE STONE ON TALBERT AVE. IN FOUNTAIN VALLEY CA., TO BUY A NEW TIRE, THE ATTENDANT BEFORE SEEING THE CAR ASKED ME IF I NEED TO REPLACE THE RIGHT REAR TIRE OF A HYUNDAI. I asked how did he know about the exact tire of the specific car he told me this is a common problem with HYUNDAIS Shortly after my driver side door handle broke while under warranty TUTTLE CLICK HYUNDAI said it is vandalism and not covered under warranty. I followed all procedures and finally went to SMALL CLAIM COURT where the judge ruled no one is responsible for the warranty work