Model year guide

2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 49 on record.

2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints454
Combined26 mpg
Typical price$6,555

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

2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring recalls 4

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…

Structure:frame And Members NHTSA Campaign #14V310000 · 10/06/2014

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Elantra Touring vehicles manufactured December 15, 2009, through May 7, 2012. The affected vehicles have a support bracket attached to the headliner that may become displaced during a side curtain airbag deployment.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will apply adhesive strips to the headliner, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2014. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 117.

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, checked 5 Oct 2026. 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.

2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 454 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — 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.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring 4-DR. Wagon w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2010 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 2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring worth?

Low
$4,200
Typical price
$6,555
High
$8,400

From 49 comparable 2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2010 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.

2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring trims & engines on record

Trims
GLS · SE
Engines
2.0L

2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring vehicles on record

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Other Hyundai Elantra Touring model years

2012 2011 2009

2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring — frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2010 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 2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring?

Across all 454 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are steering, electrical system, air bags.

What is the 2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring get?

The 2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring has a U.S. EPA estimate of 26 mpg combined (23 city / 31 highway).

How much is a 2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring worth?

Comparable 2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring listings run roughly $4,200–$8,400, typically around $6,555 (from 49 vehicles).

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