2010 Hyundai Elantra: Transmission slipping
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2010 Elantra report: transmission slipping. CarComplaints.com lists 41 owner complaints, average mileage 65,800 miles.
NHTSA has 34 owner complaints for the 2010 Elantra in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11486993 (filed 09/28/2022): “You did a recall for the power steering when i check to see if my vehicle is part of the recall the information said no. you need to change this because i've always had issues with my power steering locking up and being unable to turn. this has happened to me …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11481847 (filed 08/29/2022): “The contact owns a 2010 hyundai elantra. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to stop the vehicle, the engine continued to rev. the vehicle was shifted into neutral(n) and turned off. while driving at low speeds approac…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace transmission (29 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Diagnosis needs a scan tool; repair or replacement needs a lift, transmission jack and the manufacturer's fluid fill/relearn procedure. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $1,640 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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Sources
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