Model year guide

2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 44 on record.

2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints655
Combined26 mpg
Typical price$9,677

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

2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring recalls 1

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.

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.

2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 655 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.
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.
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.

2012 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 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring worth?

Low
$7,000
Typical price
$9,677
High
$12,100

From 44 comparable 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,000
Depreciation (5 yrs)$6,100
Total$19,100
Per mile$0.25

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($9,677) with the same model 3 model-years older ($6,015), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring trims & engines on record

Trims
GLS · SE
Engines
2.0L

2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring vehicles on record

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Other Hyundai Elantra Touring model years

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2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring — frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2012 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 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring?

Across all 655 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, electrical system, air bags.

What gas mileage does the 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring get?

The 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring has a U.S. EPA estimate of 26 mpg combined (23 city / 30 highway).

How much is a 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring worth?

Comparable 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring listings run roughly $7,000–$12,100, typically around $9,677 (from 44 vehicles).

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