Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (front, side and curtain air bags, sensors and inflators).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2007 Hyundai Elantra owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
I've contacted 4 separate Hyundai dealerships on carrying out this recall to correct the issue, and all of them have told me they can't fulfill the recall because the car is too old and they use tablets, but the recalls requires a computer. I've contacted Hyundai and they've been no help. They've told me in their words "As much as we'd like to assist, transactions between the dealership and the consumer are strictly between those parties. We're unable to intervene in any service disputes. We encourage you to work with the dealership as they're directly involved and will be in the best position to assist." this was after I told them I contacted the dealership and they couldn't help me, as well as numerous other dealerships.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Hyundai Elantra. While at a red light awaiting to make a left turn, the contact's vehicle was struck head on by a drunk driver. The frontal air bags failed to deploy. The contact had to be transported to the hospital by ambulance. The contact sustained a herniated disc, shoulder, and neck bruises. A police report was filed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was towed to an impound lot. No determination was made by the insurance company. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 101,000.
My wife hit a gard rail at 65 MPH in the front and broke the bumper in half and mess the hole front end up and the air bags never went off. So I was w ordering why we never receive a recall about the air bag system. Lucky she didn't get hurt to bad but I'm just concerns are why didn't they go off
On December 5th, 2020 at approximatly 0645 am I was driving my Elantra without and iissues or pre-indicators that something very bad was about to happen. I was on a busy road that is traveled all times of the day, getting on interstate 270 in columbus headed west. I estimate (picture included from accident site and where the freeway started) about 1000 feet until I merge onto the well traveled highway. Iwhen I I completed my slight turn associated with this paticular on ramp, I lose control of the vehicle without warning, my car went in two circles. My steering did not work as well as my brakes. I would like to also note that this paticular on ramp also has steady, fast moving traffic from another street merging together before ww all get on the highway. Two cars and a tractor trailor were able to avoid me. …
Tl contact owns a 2007 Hyundai Elantra. While driving uphill around a corner at a fast speed, the contact rear ended a horse trailer. The air bags deployed 3 to 4 seconds after she hit the steering wheel. She sustained bruised ribs in the middle of her chest. The contact went home in pain and then decided to go to the hospital. A police report was filed. The contact was the only occupant in the vehicle at the time of the crash, and she was wearing her seat belt. There was no maintenance or service performed on the air bags. The insurance company declared that the vehicle was destroyed. The failure mileage was 3,000. Updated 12-15-08 updated 12/17/08 8jb
My check engine light has come on & has been on since Sunday. I got online where it told me that there has been recalls on this car over the airbags malfunctioning. I done the VIN search & it told me that the recall is incomplete on my car what do I need to do to get this fixed?? I am pregnant & getting ready to have my baby & don't want to be going down the road & maybe have an accident due to this issue.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that a vehicle crashed into the driver side of the vehicle while attempting a left turn. The driver and side curtain air bags did not deploy. The contact received injuries to the lower back. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was destroyed. The failure and the current mileage was 47,483.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated in the vehicle. The contact also stated that the front passenger side air bag was included in a recall, but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The NHTSA campaign number was unknown. The failure mileage was 118,330.
Seat belt light came on around 137K mike's. Took to get tested at dealership. Said bad seat buckles on drivers and passenger sides. 147 to test it and 500 to fix. Found out the previous owner already replaced buckles 5 years ago. Called Hyundai directly and they said they can't do anything about it even though there are hundreds of similar reports online.
I was broadsided with major damage beginning at the front door continuing to the back door and the rear quarter panel. The pillar between the front and back door and the rear pillar were both significantly bowed. The SUV that hit me was probably going about 25 MPH. No air bags deployed. The vehicle is equipped with front and side curtain airbags.
Related recalls
Air bags › Frontal › Sensor/control module-inactive
Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 elantra vehicles manufactured from July 14, 2006, through November 1, 2008. The front passenger seats in the vehicles contain a weight sensor designed to deactivate the right frontal airbag when occupants of certain weights occupy the seat.
Remedy: Dealers will install a protective cover over the weight classification system connector to prevent contamination. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expecting to begin during April 2011.
Air bags › Frontal › Sensor/control module-inactive
Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 elantra vehicles manufactured from July 14, 2006, through August 29, 2007. The driver's seat track position sensor determines the seat's fore and aft position and allows the driver's frontal air bag to deploy at the pressure appropriate for that seating position, with a lower…
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the air bag control module free of charge. The safety recall is expecting to begin during April 2011. Owners May contact Hyundai's customer assistance center at 1-800-633-5151.
Airbag complaints in other Elantra years
Frequently asked questions
How common are airbag problems on the 2007 Hyundai Elantra?
NHTSA has 46 complaints about the air bags of the 2007 Hyundai Elantra, 17% of the model year's 267 complaints. The component named most often is frontal (6 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2007 Hyundai Elantra airbag problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 11V-143 (sensor/control module-inactive, Mar 15, 2011); NHTSA recall 11V-179 (sensor/control module-inactive, Mar 15, 2011). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2007 Hyundai Elantra airbag problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 70,000 miles, and 22% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 13 crashes, 0 fires and 13 injuries to air bags problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.