1993 Hyundai Elantra Problems
- Complaints
- 24filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 120,700miles, 1 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 22 mpgcombined, 1.6L 4-cyl FWD · 19 city / 26 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1993 Hyundai Elantra (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 24 consumer complaints for the 1993 Hyundai Elantra. The part named most often is brakes, with 5 complaints (21% of the total), followed by engine cooling (5) and transmission and drivetrain (5). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 120,700 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 7 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part. Engine cooling complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes5 21%
- Engine cooling5 21%
- Electrical system3 13%
- Seat belts2 8.3%
- Suspension2 8.3%
- Equipment1 4.2%
- Exterior lighting1 4.2%
- Fuel system1 4.2%
Also reported: Other or unknown (1), Vehicle speed control (1).
Example complaints
Brakes: “Brake proportioning valve failed causing brakes to overheat and boil brake fluide. This also caused the transmission to fail due to heavy load put on it by brakes staying partial engaged.”
NHTSA complaint #709124, filed 1999-07Engine cooling: “The transmission has been replaced more than 5 times in a 3 months period. Also the pulley and belt assembly has been replaced twice within one month. If the car is driven on the freeway for more that 10 mins the transmission will go ot.”
NHTSA complaint #10029145, filed 2003-07, 120,700 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “Driving vehicle about 40mph started to having transmission problems on road. Had it replaced. Then 2nd transmission failed. Manufacturer said willnot replace due to odometer has over 60,000 miles. Does not know cause of transmission failure.”
NHTSA complaint #816144, filed 1997-08Electrical system: “While driving in traffic, vehicle stalls out without warning. Seems to happen every week. Have taken to dealership 5-6 times for stalling. Mechanic replaced fuel pump & some other parts. Problem was not resolved. Consumer found recall 94v09, however this recall is for 1994 models and consumer owns a 1993, consumer informed dealer of this recall and they stated that consumer would still be charged for repairs, dealer has replaced the fuel pump, however stalling still occurs.”
NHTSA complaint #890251, filed 2001-06Mileage when problems were reported
0% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 120,700 and 120,700 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 1993 Hyundai Elantra. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elantra · sedan | not rated | 1 / 2 | — | — | — |
Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1993 Hyundai Elantra version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elantra FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Elantra FWD | 1.8L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Elantra FWD | 1.8L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,200 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1993 Hyundai Elantra in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA investigations
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 7 on record; the latest 7 are shown.
- 10230904Jan 30, 2023Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates…
- 10189989Mar 10, 2021Equipment, Engine cooling. This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.
- 10183963Nov 30, 2020Brakes. This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear around the brake caliper area.
- 10183960Nov 19, 2020Tires, Wheels. This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. For all wheel/tire balance claims, the âTire Balance Data Sheetâ must be fully…
- 10174808Apr 23, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: ⢠A Battery SOC alert - low Battery State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. ⢠A 30 Day alert - vehicle has not…
- 10169370Nov 4, 2019Back-over prevention (rear camera), Lane departure. The Blind Spot Detection (BSD) or Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) is a system that measures the speed of and distance from the following vehicles by using two magnetic wave radar sensors attached…
- 10082725Sep 2, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin provides information on components, attributes, and precautions of the 7-speed dry-type dual clutch transmission (dct).
Other model years of the Hyundai Elantra
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 22 | 4,000 | 0 | 5 | 34 | — | Too new |
| 2024 | 56 | 15,500 | 1 | 5 | 34 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 101 | 15,950 | 2 | 5 | 34 | 37 · Typical | Too new |
| 2022 | 102 | 23,825 | 5 | 5 | 35 | 51 · Typical | Rising |
| 2021 | 132 | 19,750 | 6 | 5 | 35 | 70 · More | Stable |
| 2020 | 254 | 9,830 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 75 · More | Stable |
| 2019 | 252 | 50,400 | 1 | 4 | 32 | 20 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2018 | 284 | 26,600 | 0 | 4 | 32 | 19 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2017 | 770 | 44,000 | 4 | 4 | 32 | 84 · More | Falling |
| 2016 | 293 | 54,964 | 2 | 5 | 30 | 35 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2015 | 262 | 53,500 | 3 | 5 | 30 | 31 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2014 | 386 | 55,500 | 2 | 5 | 30 | 42 · Typical | Stable |
| 2013 | 1,314 | 45,302 | 4 | 5 | 32 | 100 · More | Rising |
| 2012 | 654 | 62,303 | 4 | 4–5 | 32 | 80 · More | Stable |
| 2011 | 433 | 72,500 | 5 | — | 32 | 60 · Typical | Stable |
| 2010 | 380 | 63,500 | 3 | — | 29 | 49 · Typical | Falling |
| 2009 | 254 | 77,650 | 4 | — | 28 | 40 · Typical | Stable |
| 2008 | 315 | 54,000 | 7 | — | 28 | 72 · More | Falling |
| 2007 | 267 | 73,000 | 6 | — | 28 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 155 | 67,900 | 1 | — | 26 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 137 | 50,000 | 4 | — | 26 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 182 | 30,500 | 5 | — | 26 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2003 | 234 | 61,100 | 5 | — | 25 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 342 | 72,000 | 6 | — | 25 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2001 | 315 | 73,000 | 6 | — | 25 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2000 | 197 | 54,500 | 1 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1999 | 128 | 91,000 | 2 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 55 | 72,000 | 0 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 115 | 73,000 | 3 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 100 | 92,000 | 3 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 112 | 103,000 | 1 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 76 | — | 2 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 24 | 120,700 | 0 | — | 22 | — | Stable |
| 1992 | 29 | — | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
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Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1993 Hyundai Elantra have?
NHTSA recorded 24 consumer complaints for the 1993 Hyundai Elantra as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1993 Hyundai Elantra is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 5 complaints (21% of the total), followed by engine cooling with 5.
Has the 1993 Hyundai Elantra been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1993 Hyundai Elantra get?
The EPA rates the 1993 Hyundai Elantra (Elantra, 1.6L 4-cyl) at 22 mpg combined, 19 city and 26 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,050 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1993 Hyundai Elantra reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 120,700 miles and the middle half falls between 120,700 and 120,700 miles; 0% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.