Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 2013 Hyundai Elantra

Table 1 shows two common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2013 Hyundai Elantra.

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Hyundai Elantra

Problem Category Number of Problems
Trunk Lid Lock problems
1
Tailgate Latch Plate problems
1

Trunk Lid Lock problem #1

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. While driving 40 mph, the trunk opened without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 75,887.

Tailgate Latch Plate problem #2

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated she was unable to open the trunk manually or with the key. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the tailgate latch to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired but was pending repairs. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 42,300. The VIN was not available.


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