Visibility Related Problems of the 2018 Hyundai Elantra

Table 1 shows three common visibility related problems of the 2018 Hyundai Elantra.

Table 1. Visibility related problems of Hyundai Elantra

Problem Category Number of Problems
Wiper problems
1
Sun Roof problems
1
Windshield problems
1

Wiper problem #1

Tl the contact rented a 2018 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that the front windshield had rainbow streaks on 45 percent of the glass. The dashboard and steering wheel were reflected on the glass, which obstructed the contact's view. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 179,012.

Sun Roof problem #2

Tl the contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Elantra. While driving approximately 30 mph, the glass sun roof suddenly exploded. There were no injuries. The sun roof was in the closed position at the time of the failure. The contact indicated that the sun roof had never been opened prior to the failure. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failure. Also, while operating the vehicle a warning message sometimes displayed erroneously, indicating that the sun roof was open. The failure mileage was 57,928. The VIN was invalid.

Windshield problem #3

2018 Hyundai Elantra. Consumer writes in regards to problems with windshields on both vehicles. The consumer stated the windshield was too easily scratched by an ice scraper during winter.


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