2012 Hyundai Elantra Airbag Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are airbag problems on the 2012 Hyundai Elantra?
124 owners have reported airbag problems on the 2012 Hyundai Elantra, 19% of all complaints for this year and the 3rd most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 63,000–116,000 miles. 1 recall covers this area.
124 complaints 19% of all 2012 complaints 90,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (76 of 124). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Airbags complaints by the year the problem happened.
Airbags complaints by Elantra year
Related recalls
Side / window
A support bracket attached to the headliner may become displaced during a side curtain airbag deployment. If the headliner support bracket makes contact with an occupant during a crash, it may cause a laceration injury.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will apply adhesive strips to the headliner, free of charge. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 109.
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Other 2012 Hyundai Elantra problems
Common questions
What are common 2012 Hyundai Elantra airbag problems?
Complaints most often name the frontal.
At what mileage do 2012 Hyundai Elantra airbag problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 63,000–116,000 miles. The middle value is about 90,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2012 Hyundai Elantra airbag problems?
Yes: 13V115000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Which Elantra year has the most airbag complaints?
The 2013 Elantra, with 168 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.