Model year guide

2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 31 on record.

2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints455
Combined26 mpg
Typical price$6,470

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

2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring recalls 3

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.

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.

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…

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.

2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 455 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
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.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
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.

2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring safety ratings

Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring SW FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring MPG & running costs

Combined26 mpg
City23 mpg
Highway30 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 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring worth?

Low
$2,700
Typical price
$6,470
High
$9,400

From 31 comparable 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2011 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.

2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring trims & engines on record

Trims
GLS · SE · Middle-low level · Middle level
Engines
2.0L

2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring vehicles on record

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Other Hyundai Elantra Touring model years

2012 2010 2009

2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring — frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2011 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 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring?

Across all 455 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, air bags, steering.

What is the 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring crash-test ratings of rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring get?

The 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring has a U.S. EPA estimate of 26 mpg combined (23 city / 30 highway).

How much is a 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring worth?

Comparable 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring listings run roughly $2,700–$9,400, typically around $6,470 (from 31 vehicles).

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