Automatic Transmission problems of the 1996 Hyundai Elantra

Seven problems related to automatic transmission have been reported for the 1996 Hyundai Elantra. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Automatic Transmission problem

Failure Date: 05/21/2002

Trans. Slips. When you release gas pedal at high speeds and attempt to regain acceleration transmission does not respond immediately,there is at least a 5 sec. Pause. I am now going in to a shop for a diagnoses due to the loss of power and no reverse gear present.

2 Automatic Transmission problem

Failure Date: 05/21/2000

This cars transmission has faided 3 times in 3 1/2 yrs.

3 Automatic Transmission problem

Failure Date: 03/02/2000

Transmission experiences problems causing jerking and bucking.

4 Automatic Transmission problem

Failure Date: 10/31/1999

Transmission.

5 Automatic Transmission problem

Failure Date: 02/01/1999

The car has been cutting off on me since purchase/going in reverse on its own. Check engine light stays on.

6 Automatic Transmission problem

Failure Date: 10/20/1996

While parked the vehicle went into reverse, causing a crash. Please describe.

7 Automatic Transmission problem

Transmission not shifting properly since ownership, repairs made however failed to rectify.




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