2005 Hyundai Elantra Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 4%of 137 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 11,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the visibility of the 2005 Hyundai Elantra, 4% of the 137 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 11,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, 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.
“Son was operating a 2005 Hyundai Elantra gl and side swiped a 10 wheel dump truck. Drivers side outside door mirror detached and went through passenger compartment shattering drivers window and passenger window. Glass caused physical injury. If operator was sitting closer to steering wheel or there was a passenger, serious personal injury or death could have occurred. Repair facility stated it was one of multiple cases they had seen of this same occurrence.”
NHTSA complaint #10169366, filed 2006-09, 40 miles“- the contact stated that thev 2005 Hyundai electra's roof had a water leak. She had repairs on the vehicle on four occasions. The dealership continued to inform the contact that the water was coming from the windshield. This water leaked into the vehicle when it was raining. She stated that the dealership continued to replace and reseal the windshield. She stated that the dealership took to vehicle to auto concept, and the company called the water doctor. They informed her that it was possible that the rivets h popped in the roof . …”
NHTSA complaint #10184046, filed 2007-03, 6,544 miles“- the contact owns a 2005 Hyundai Elantra, hatchback, gt. There is a recall notice for the air bags. The contact doesn't feel safe driving the vehicle after the dealer continues to reset the air bag sensor. The passenger front seat light illuminates when there is a passenger in the seat. The light continues to turn on, and the contact has another appointment to reset it. The dealer stated that the car seat may have to be replaced to correct the failure. The failure had occurred 15 times. Updated 2/22/2007 - power mirror could not be adjusted. Dealer replaced power mirror switch. …”
NHTSA complaint #10181455, filed 2007-02, 11,000 miles“The contact owns a 2005 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving approximately 52 MPH, there was a loud noise coming from the top of the vehicle. The contact merged to the shoulder of the road and noticed that her sunroof had exploded. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 79,000. The VIN was not available.”
NHTSA complaint #10543168, filed 2013-09, 79,000 miles“The contact owns a 2005 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that the windshield was covered in tiny holes. A news broadcast mentioned this problem and it served as confirmation for the contact that it was a serious failure. The holes made visibility difficult when driving at night or in adverse weather conditions. The failure was only on the front windshield in a uniformed, straight pattern. The current mileage is 30,600, and failure mileage was 24,000. Updated 05/23/07.”
NHTSA complaint #10188821, filed 2007-04, 24,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10251285Feb 14, 2024This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there…
- 10230904Jan 30, 2023This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp…
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2 | 4% |
| 2023 | 7 | 7% |
| 2022 | 2 | 2% |
| 2021 | 6 | 5% |
| 2020 | 2 | 1% |
| 2019 | 2 | 1% |
| 2018 | 3 | 1% |
| 2017 | 9 | 1% |
| 2016 | 6 | 2% |
| 2014 | 5 | 1% |
| 2013 | 43 | 3% |
| 2012 | 19 | 3% |
| 2011 | 7 | 2% |
| 2010 | 4 | 1% |
| 2009 | 5 | 2% |
| 2008 | 11 | 3% |
| 2007 | 61 | 23% |
| 2006 | 7 | 5% |
| 2005 | 5 | 4% |
| 2004 | 1 | 1% |
| 2003 | 4 | 2% |
| 2002 | 8 | 2% |
| 2001 | 17 | 5% |
| 2000 | 27 | 14% |
| 1999 | 7 | 5% |
| 1998 | 2 | 4% |
| 1997 | 13 | 11% |
| 1996 | 13 | 13% |
| 1995 | 8 | 7% |
| 1994 | 3 | 4% |
| 1992 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2005 Hyundai Elantra
71 complaintsVehicle speed control
14 complaintsBrakes
11 complaintsElectrical system
10 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsEngine cooling
6 complaintsExterior lighting
6 complaintsSeat belts
6 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsEngine
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Hyundai Elantra
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.
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