Model year guide

2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 6 on record.

2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints283
Combined26 mpg
Typical price$6,015

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring recalls 3

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module NHTSA Campaign #20V061000 · 04/02/2020

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2007-2010 Elantra and 2009-2011 Elantra Touring vehicles. On February 21, 2020 Hyundai expanded the recall to include 46,425 model year 2007-2008 Entourage and 2007 Santa Fe vehicles. Moisture may enter the Anti-lock Brake (ABS) Module and result in an electrical short.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the vehicle's main junction box to prevent the risk of an ABS short-circuit while the car is turned off, free of charge. The recall began April 2, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number…

Steering:electric Power Assist System NHTSA Campaign #15V100000 · 23/02/2015

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 Elantra vehicles manufactured June 1, 2008, to April 30, 2010, and 2009-2010 Elantra Touring vehicles manufactured November 1, 2008, to April 30, 2010. The electronic power steering (EPS) electronic control unit (ECU) may sense a discrepancy in the steering input signals and, as a result, disable the steering power assist.

Fix: Hyundai will verify the proper operation of the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) and update the EPS control unit, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 127.

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #13V113000 · 01/04/2013

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, model year 2…

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring common problems

Owners have filed 283 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring MPG & running costs

Combined26 mpg
City23 mpg
Highway31 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,600

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring worth?

Low
$3,100
Typical price
$6,015
High
$7,800

From 6 comparable 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,000
Fuel only$13,000
Per mile$0.17

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · Touring
Engines
2.0L

2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring vehicles on record

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2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring — frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring?

Owners have filed 283 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are steering, electrical system, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring get?

The 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring has a U.S. EPA estimate of 26 mpg combined (23 city / 31 highway).

How much is a 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring worth?

Comparable 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring listings run roughly $3,100–$7,800, typically around $6,015 (from 6 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.