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2007 Hyundai Elantra Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Visibility/wiper — runs 3.1× the fleet median for that category across the 325 model-years tracked on this site.
266Complaints
6Recalls
21Crashes
13Fires
17Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Visibility/wiper (15.8% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.

Visibility/wiper complaints here are 3.1× the median for that category across the 325 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Visibility/wiper42 · 15.8%not available
Air Bags38 · 14.3%RecalledRecall 11V179000 · Recall 11V143000
Steering33 · 12.4%not available
Service Brakes26 · 9.8%RecalledRecall 20V061000
Electrical System25 · 9.4%not available
Visibility19 · 7.1%not available

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

VISIBILITY/WIPER42 · 15.8%
AIR BAGS38 · 14.3%
STEERING33 · 12.4%
SERVICE BRAKES26 · 9.8%
VISIBILITY19 · 7.1%
EXTERIOR LIGHTING19 · 7.1%
Unspecified / other16 · 6%
SUSPENSION16 · 6%
ENGINE11 · 4.1%

Percentages are the share of the 266 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 6 campaigns

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch

NHTSA campaign 09V122000 · 2009 · reported 04/15/2009

ANY OF THESE MALFUNCTIONS, ALONE OR IN COMBINATION, MAY LEAD TO A CRASH. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module

NHTSA campaign 20V061000 · 2020 · reported 02/04/2020

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. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module-inactive

NHTSA campaign 11V179000 · 2011 · reported 03/15/2011

A HIGHER PRESSURE DEPLOYMENT THAN INTENDED INCREASES THE RISK OF INJURY RESULTING FROM AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch

NHTSA campaign 13V113000 · 2013 · reported 04/01/2013

Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of Park without first applying the brake.… Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module-inactive

NHTSA campaign 11V143000 · 2011 · reported 03/15/2011

THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG COULD DEPLOY IN CRASHES IN WHICH IT SHOULD NOT DEPLOY, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT FROM THE DEPLOYED AIR BAG. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Exterior Lighting

NHTSA campaign 09V280000 · 2009 · reported 07/21/2009

ANY OF THESE MALFUNCTIONS COULD LEAD TO A CRASH. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“WHILE ENTERING FREEWAY, WHEN TRYING TO USE SUNVISOR TO SAFELY NAVIGATE TRAFFIC THE SUN VISOR COMPLETELY FELL APART, THE ONLY THING HOLDING IT TOGETHER IS…”NHTSA complaint 10551407 — filed 11/07/2013 · VISIBILITY/WIPER
“PASSENGER AND DRIVER SUN VISORS NO LONGER LOCK INTO RECESSES IN VEHICLE CEILING. THEY NOW DROP DOWN AND MUST BE SECURED WITH VELCRO ON THE…”NHTSA complaint 10538146 — filed 08/30/2013 · VISIBILITY/WIPER
“JUST TO CLARIFY THIS IS THE LIMITED TRIM PACKAGE. THE PLASTIC PIECE THAT HOLDS THE VISOR BROKE WHILE NOT EVEN USING IT. IT NOW HANGS…”NHTSA complaint 10519750 — filed 06/13/2013 · VISIBILITY/WIPER

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Hyundai Elantra?

Visibility/wiper issues are the most-reported category, cited in 42 of 266 NHTSA complaints (15.8%), followed by air bags (38), steering (33), service brakes (26). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2007 Hyundai Elantra have?

266 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 21 involved a crash, 13 involved a fire, and 17 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2007 Hyundai Elantra have any recalls?

Yes — 6 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 09V122000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2007 Hyundai Elantra's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.