Issue ID | 1439456 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11062618 |
Manufacurer | Hyundai Motor America |
Brand | HYUNDAI |
Model | ELANTRA |
Model Year | 2011 |
File date | 08/01/18 |
Component | ENGINE |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | I started my car and it had developed a loud knock. My car has just over 82k miles. My mechanic informed me that it needed a new engine. I took my car to two dealerships and both said it was a common problem/defect for this make and model year. The dealership informed me that it was caused by a coating on the pistons coming off that eventually causes the knock and engine failure. One dealership had 3 elantras in their shop for the same issue. My car is not under warranty as i am the second owner. This defect should be addressed as it is exactly the same issue as the sonatas which were recalled. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 82000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | MT. VERNON, IA |
VIN pattern | KMHDH4AE7BUXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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