Three problems related to check engine light on have been reported for the 2011 Hyundai Elantra. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2011 Hyundai Elantra based on all problems reported for the 2011 Elantra.
Check engine light went off and was taken in for a diagnostic reading. 2011 Hyundai Elantra at 56,000 miles was showing signs of engine failure. After more research the mechanic stated the due to a defect in the way the oil lubricate the engine apparently was not filtering fast enough. Mechanic happened to mention she previously worked for Hyundai and was seeing more and more vehicles come in for this and had stop covering the repairs. Problem is also seen in the Hyundai sonatas which Hyundai is starting to own to that.
Problem starting car. Usually have to try 2 times before it will start. Tried today 4/29/15 and would not start and check engine light came on. , had no problem the day before with car starting.
When turning left at a busy intersection, the car stalled. I could not accelerate at all. The airconditioning was still running and the car was otherwise on but it completely stalled. I had to turn the engine off and turn it back on in order for the car to accelerate. I was able to drive it approximately 20 feet and the car stalled again with all the same characteristics as before. No check engine light came on.