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2003 HYUNDAI Elantra

5 recalls Risk Grade: A- Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #04V369000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE

Manufacturer
HYUNDAI CARIBBEAN-PUERTO RICO
What Happened
The valve on your fuel tank is supposed to close tightly to prevent fuel leaks. In some models, it might not seal properly, which could cause fuel to spill out.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in an accident and your fuel tank valve doesn't close, fuel could spill out and catch fire if there's an ignition source nearby.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will add an extra valve to your fuel tank to prevent leaks, and it's completely free. You should schedule the repair when you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY" A VALVE ON THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY MAY NOT CLOSE PROPERLY. IF A VEHICLE ROLLS OVER AND THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY VALVE IS NOT PROPERLY CLOSED, FUEL SPILLAGE MAY OCCUR.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
FUEL SPILLAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY VALVE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 5, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HYUNDAI DE PUERTO RICO AT 1-800-981-0188.
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Critical #04V178000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer
HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
What Happened
The fuel tank valve in your vehicle is a crucial part that helps prevent fuel leaks. In some cases, this valve might not close properly, allowing fuel to escape.
Risk if Unfixed
If your vehicle rolls over and the valve isn't working right, fuel could spill out and catch fire if there's an ignition source nearby.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will install an extra valve to ensure the fuel tank valve closes properly, and this repair is completely free of charge.
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Original — What Happened
SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES CONTAIN A FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY VALVE THAT MAY NOT CLOSE PROPERLY. IF A VEHICLE WITH A FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY VALVE THAT IS NOT PROPERLY CLOSED WERE TO ROLL OVER, FUEL SPILLAGE MAY OCCUR.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
FUEL SPILLAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY VALVE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 30, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HYUNDAI AT 1-800-633-5151.
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Critical #03V496000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Manufacturer
HYUNDAI CARIBBEAN-PUERTO RICO
What Happened
The brake tubes in the back of your vehicle help connect the rear brakes to the rest of the braking system. In some cases, they can rub against metal brackets near the steering column.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake tubes wear down from rubbing, they could leak brake fluid. This would mean your brakes wouldn't work as well, making it harder to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will adjust the brake tubes, add clips to keep them in place, and apply a protective coating to prevent corrosion. This repair is free of charge, and you should schedule it as soon as possible after receiving the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE BRAKE TUBES FOR THE REAR BRAKES CAN CONTACT THE STEERING GEARBOX MOUNTING BRACKETS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
CONTACT BETWEEN THE REAR BRAKE TUBES AND THE STEERING GEARBOX MOUNTING BRACKETS MAY RESULT IN REAR BRAKE TUBE WEAR AND CORROSION, INCREASING THE RISK OF BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE. BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE COULD RESULT IN REDUCED BRAKING CAPABILITY, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPOSITION THE REAR BRAKE TUBES, INSTALL BRAKE TUBE CLIPS, AND APPLY ANTI-CORROSION MATERIAL TO THE REAR BRAKE TUBES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JANUARY 22, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HYUNDAI OF PUERTO RICO AT 1-800-633-5151.
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Critical #03V257000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Manufacturer
HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
What Happened
The brake hoses in your vehicle connect the brake pads to the brake fluid reservoir. In certain models, these hoses can rub against metal brackets near the front suspension, causing wear and corrosion.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake hoses wear out, brake fluid could leak out, reducing your ability to stop quickly and safely. This could increase the risk of a collision.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will reposition the brake hoses, add clips to keep them in place, and apply a protective coating to prevent further wear and corrosion — all at no cost to you. You should schedule this repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE REAR BRAKE TUBES PASS BEHIND THE FRONT SUSPENSION CROSSMEMBER. TWO STEERING GEARBOX MOUNTING BRACKETS ARE WELDED TO THE CROSSMEMBER. ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS), THE REAR BRAKE TUBES COULD CONTACT BOTH STEERING GEARBOX MOUNTING BRACKETS. ON VEHICLES THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH ABS, THE REAR BRAKE TUBES MAY CONTACT ONLY THE LEFT MOUNTING BRACKET. CONTACT BETWEEN THE REAR BRAKE TUBES AND THE STEERING BRACKETS COULD CAUSE WEAR AND CORROSION THAT COULD RESULT IN BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
FLUID LEAKAGE COULD RESULT IN REDUCED BRAKING CAPABILITY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPOSITION THE REAR BRAKE TUBES SO THEY DO NOT CONTACT THE MOUNTING BRACKETS, INSTALL BRAKE TUBE CLIPS TO CONTROL THE LOCATION OF THE REAR BRAKE TUBES, AND APPLY ANTI-CORROSION MATERIAL TO THE TUBES IN THE AREAS WHERE CONTACT WITH THE MOUNTING BRACKETS MAY HAVE OCCURRED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON OCTOBER 13, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HYUNDAI AT 1-800-633-5151.
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High Priority #09V125000 Plain English
Component

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor Company
What Happened
The front lower control arm in your vehicle is a metal piece that helps guide your wheels and prevent the front end of your car from swaying too much. In certain areas with high road salt usage, this part can corrode over time, weakening its structure.
Risk if Unfixed
If the control arm corrodes and fractures, it could break while you're driving, making it harder for you to steer your vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will inspect the control arm for damage, and if needed, replace it with a stronger version or treat it with rust-proofing materials to prevent further corrosion. This repair is free, so schedule an appointment as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
HYUNDAI IS RECALLING 160,904 MY 2001-2003 ELANTRA AND MY 2003 TIBURON VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. ROAD SALT USED DURING THE WINTER MONTHS IN THESE JURISDICTIONS MAY RESULT IN INTERNAL CORROSION AND THINNING OF THE STEEL IN THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARMS. THE CORROSION MAY PROGRESS TO THE POINT WHERE THE LOWER CONTROL ARM'S UPPER AND LOWER PANELS BECOME PERFORATED. A PERFORATED FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM MAY FRACTURE BETWEEN ITS BALL JOINT ATTACHMENT AND THE FORWARD AND REARWARD PIVOT ATTACHMENTS TO THE CHASSIS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THE FRACTURING OF THE CONTROL ARM COULD AN OWNER'S CONTROL OVER THEIR VEHICLE THAT MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARMS FOR CORROSION DAMAGE. IF SPECIFIED LEVELS OF INTERNAL CORROSION DAMAGE ARE FOUND, THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARMS WILL BE REPLACED WITH NEW FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARMS INCORPORATING ADDITIONAL HOLES IN THE UPPER AND LOWER PANELS. IF THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARMS DO NOT REQUIRE REPLACEMENT, THE DEALER WILL ADD DRAINAGE HOLES TO THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARMS AND WILL TREAT THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARMS WITH RUST-PROOFING MATERIALS TO ARREST THE INTERNAL CORROSION PROCESS. THESE PROCEDURES WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 17, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT THE HYUNDAI CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-633-5151.
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Browse by Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
2 recalls
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
2 recalls
SUSPENSION
1 recall

Other HYUNDAI Elantra Years

2026
1 recall
2024
1 recall
2023
2 recalls
2022
5 recalls
2021
6 recalls
2020
3 recalls
2019
1 recall
2017
4 recalls
2016
2 recalls
2015
3 recalls
2014
2 recalls
2013
4 recalls
2012
4 recalls
2011
5 recalls
2010
3 recalls
2009
4 recalls
2008
7 recalls
2007
6 recalls
2006
1 recall
2005
4 recalls
2004
5 recalls
2002
6 recalls
2001
6 recalls
2000
1 recall

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