How many airbag complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 Hyundai Elantra?

NHTSA lists 168 airbag complaints for the 2013 Elantra, which is 13% of the 1,313 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2013 Hyundai Elantra airbags?

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the airbag problem area on the 2013 Elantra.

Did the airbag complaints involve crashes or injuries?

Yes. Of the 168 airbag complaints, 41 involved crashes and 44 involved injuries.

At what mileage do airbag problems typically get reported?

The median mileage at failure for airbag complaints on the 2013 Elantra is 71,087.5 miles.

Is the 2013 Elantra worse than other years for airbag complaints?

Among Elantra model years listed, 2013 has 168 airbag complaints, more than every other year shown, though 2012 had a higher share of that year's total complaints at 19% versus 13% for 2013.

2013 Hyundai Elantra Airbags Problems

NHTSA lists 168 airbag complaints for the 2013 Hyundai Elantra, 13% of all complaints filed for the year, including 41 crashes and 44 injuries. There is no related recall on file for this issue.

Airbags complaints: 168; 13% of 1,313
Crashes reported: 41
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 44
Median mileage: 71,088 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical airbag symptoms owners report

Owners report airbags failing to deploy during frontal or offset collisions, including impacts with barriers, bridge supports, and other vehicles.
Multiple complaints describe airbags not deploying in rear-end collisions, both when the Elantra was struck from behind and when it was pushed into the vehicle ahead.
Several drivers report airbags failing to deploy in T-bone or side-impact crashes, even with significant structural damage to the vehicle.
Owners describe airbags not deploying in low-speed collisions, such as turning into a parking spot or making a left turn, despite visible vehicle damage.
Some complaints note injuries, including shoulder, neck, and chest injuries, that owners attribute to the airbags not deploying during the crash.

When 2013 Hyundai Elantra airbag complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 12, 2013, latest Sep 10, 2026.

168 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2013 Q1 to 2026 Q3; peak 2020 Q3 (11).

Airbags recalls for the 2013 Hyundai Elantra

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Airbags complaints by Elantra model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201046 (12%)
201177 (18%)
2012124 (19%)
2013168 (13%)
201432 (8%)
201523 (9%)
201626 (9%)
201732 (4%)
201812 (4%)
20192 (1%)
20205 (2%)
20212 (2%)
20223 (3%)
20236 (6%)
20241 (2%)
20253 (14%)

Frequently asked questions

How many airbag complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 Hyundai Elantra?: NHTSA lists 168 airbag complaints for the 2013 Elantra, which is 13% of the 1,313 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2013 Hyundai Elantra airbags?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the airbag problem area on the 2013 Elantra.
Did the airbag complaints involve crashes or injuries?: Yes. Of the 168 airbag complaints, 41 involved crashes and 44 involved injuries.
At what mileage do airbag problems typically get reported?: The median mileage at failure for airbag complaints on the 2013 Elantra is 71,087.5 miles.
Is the 2013 Elantra worse than other years for airbag complaints?: Among Elantra model years listed, 2013 has 168 airbag complaints, more than every other year shown, though 2012 had a higher share of that year's total complaints at 19% versus 13% for 2013.