Hyundai Elantra HD
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
136–143 PS
2.0L (Beta II) Benzin
Honest compact, no pretense
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Engine Overview
The Hyundai Elantra HD is available with 3 engine variants — from 95 to 143 hp.
The Hyundai 1.6L CRDi (Diesel, 85 PS) has the D4FB (1.6L CRDi) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Hyundai 1.6L (Gamma) (Benziner, 122 PS) has the G4FC (1.6L (Gamma)) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.
The Hyundai 2.0L (Beta II) (Benziner, 141–143 PS) has the G4GC (2.0L (Beta II)) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Recall: ABS control unit at risk of short circuit from moisture The Elantra HD (2006–2011) was subject to a recall due to possible moisture infiltration into the ABS control unit. Short circuits in the control unit can deactivate the ABS or cause a fire risk. Symptoms: ABS warning light, ABS non-functional, in rare cases fire risk at the control unit from 60,000 km | Low | |
| Recall: rear control arms dangerously corroded Hyundai recalled the Elantra HD due to corrosion of the rear control arms. In salt regions, the arms can fracture and the rear axle can suddenly fail, with increased accident risk. Symptoms: Clunking from the rear axle, vehicle pulls when braking, sudden change in tracking from 100,000 km | Low |
Top Reported Issues
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 28 weaknesses have been documented for the Hyundai Elantra HD (2006–2011) — 16 engine-related and 12 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Other, Steering, Body, Brakes.
Elantra (D4FB, 2006–2011) — Be Careful: EGR cooler coolant leak, VGT turbocharger premature failure, Timing chain stretch. Power: 85 PS.
Elantra (G4FC, 2006–2011) — Be Careful: Timing chain tensioner wear, Elevated oil consumption, Valve stem seals: oil consumption. Power: 122 PS.
Elantra (G4GC, 2006–2011) — Be Careful: CVVT phaser failure from oil quality, Timing chain stretch from 150,000 km, Oil consumption from piston ring wear. Power: 141–143 PS.
What to watch out for with the Hyundai Elantra? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee