2002 Hyundai Elantra Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 3%of 342 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 48,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2002 Hyundai Elantra, 3% of the 342 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 48,000 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Already a recall on 2002 Hyundai Elantra, but the 2002 Elantra that I have is past the recall date of jan. 31, 2002. My car, # was built in march 2002 so not covered on recall campaign #05-01-001-1. Crack between port #3 and #4 on the manifold. The part has been installed on the car so I expect to be reimbursed cost of part and labor to install.”
NHTSA complaint #10251851, filed 2008-12, 59,858 miles“I own a 2002 Hyundai Elantra. When I bought it used in 2005 it ran very quiet. A few months ago I noticed it seemed a little louder. Last week the check engine light came on so I took it to my mechanic to have a diagnostic. Found out there is a crack in the manifold. I am aware that many other 2002 elantras have this problem, and that there was actually a recall on some of them. My car however was not included in this recall. I contacted Hyundai consumer assistance dept. …”
NHTSA complaint #10380228, filed 2011-02, 6,900 miles“My 02 Hyundai Elantra has two bad cracks in the exhaust manifold. I know that other 02 Elantra's had a recall, and I think it should be extended to include all the bad manifolds. This is a major safety hazard because it can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning. Within a short period of time when the vehicle is stopped in traffic, or stuck in winter conditions carbon monoxide can build up inside the vehicle leading to death of the driver and passengers.”
NHTSA complaint #10256700, filed 2009-01, 120,000 miles“Oil pan drain plug stripped. I have been changing oil by myself. I have a toyota camry also which I change oil myself. So there is no abuse regarding oil pan drain plug. It has stripped completely. I had to replace the oil pan which cost almost $400.00.”
NHTSA complaint #10129433, filed 2005-07, 34,796 miles“2002 Hyundai Elantra. Consumer writes in regards to recall notice concerning front steering or control mechanisms, rust and potential failures the consumer stated on march 10, 2010, she went to the dealer after receiving a recall notice. Upon inspection, it was determined the parts did not need to be replaced. On january 31, 2012, the same parts that were the subject of the recall failed. …”
NHTSA complaint #10447612, filed 2012-02, 72,807 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10247189Oct 13, 2023This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services.
- 10217251Jul 28, 2022Follow the guidelines outlined in this bulletin to inspect and clean or replace certain components of the engine intake system accordingly during engine short block or…
- 10190044Mar 30, 2021This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance…
- 10189989Mar 10, 2021This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.
- 10032908Oct 1, 2009Hyundai: ata solenoid diagnostic trouble codes p0740, p0741, p0742, p0743, p0746, p0748, p0750, p0755, p0760, p0765, p0770. Incorrect operation of the transaxle solenoids may…
- 10030984Jul 1, 2009Hyundai: automatic transaxle range switch diagnostic trouble codes p0705 (range switch signal problems), p0707 (range switch open circuit), and p0708 (range switch short circuit…
- 10015198Mar 1, 2005Exhaust manifold assembly inspection and replacement campaign - v04.
- 10013517Jan 11, 2005Exhaust noise coming from the engine compartment. Voluntary service campaign v04 involves inspecting and, if necessary, replacing the exhaust manifold.
- 10013509Jan 1, 2005Exhaust manifold assembly inspection and replacement campaign.
Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 1% |
| 2021 | 3 | 2% |
| 2020 | 3 | 1% |
| 2019 | 4 | 2% |
| 2018 | 4 | 1% |
| 2017 | 4 | 1% |
| 2016 | 3 | 1% |
| 2015 | 3 | 1% |
| 2014 | 2 | 1% |
| 2013 | 3 | 0% |
| 2012 | 2 | 0% |
| 2011 | 5 | 1% |
| 2010 | 5 | 1% |
| 2008 | 17 | 5% |
| 2007 | 7 | 3% |
| 2006 | 4 | 3% |
| 2005 | 6 | 4% |
| 2004 | 11 | 6% |
| 2003 | 21 | 9% |
| 2002 | 11 | 3% |
| 2001 | 19 | 6% |
| 2000 | 43 | 22% |
| 1999 | 22 | 17% |
| 1998 | 12 | 22% |
| 1997 | 20 | 17% |
| 1996 | 20 | 20% |
| 1995 | 20 | 18% |
| 1994 | 8 | 11% |
| 1993 | 5 | 21% |
| 1992 | 8 | 28% |
Other parts of the 2002 Hyundai Elantra
95 complaintsAir bags
70 complaintsBrakes
34 complaintsFuel system
31 complaintsBody and structure
27 complaintsExterior lighting
18 complaintsVehicle speed control
18 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
17 complaintsSeat belts
16 complaintsSteering
16 complaintsElectrical system
13 complaintsTires
10 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 Hyundai Elantra
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology