Door Problems of Hyundai Elantra

Hyundai Elantra owners have reported 27 problems related to door (under the structure category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Hyundai Elantra based on all problems reported for the Elantra.

1 Door problem of the 2017 Hyundai Elantra

Failure Date: 07/05/2021

The rear door opening mechanism fails and prevents the door from opening from either inside the car or outside. It starts off as being inconsistent then full on completely fails.

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2 Door problem of the 2017 Hyundai Elantra

Failure Date: 10/21/2020

The right back passenger door can not open from the inside or outside. The driver's door does not open from the inside. If there is an emergency my children who are new drivers could not get out of the vehicle fast enough. I researched this issue and it seems to be a concern of other Hyundai owners. Are the door latches and locks faulty?.

3 Door problem of the 2017 Hyundai Elantra

Failure Date: 08/20/2019

Tl the contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that the front and rear passenger doors would not open from outside of the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The failure mileage was unknown.

4 Door problem of the 2013 Hyundai Elantra

Failure Date: 09/13/2018

Tl the contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that the rear doors failed to unlatch. The contact stated that the emergency unlock feature was also inoperable. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed. Hyundai of central florida (located at 17325 e hwy 50, clermont, FL 34711, (352) 224-9400) was notified and an appointment was scheduled to have the vehicle diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 116,000. The VIN was not available.

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5 Door problem of the 2014 Hyundai Elantra

Failure Date: 05/02/2015

The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Elantra. While driving approximately 60 mph, a loud popping noise emitted inside the vehicle. The interior ceiling cross members were visible. In addition, the front driver side door exhibited a crease near the window glass. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 24,000.

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6 Door problem of the 2010 Hyundai Elantra

Failure Date: 05/13/2010

The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that the vehicle would pull violently to the left or right while driving. In addition, the contact stated that he would get shocked whenever he would open the doors. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to diagnose the failure but decided to performed an alignment to temporarily remedy the problem. The manufacturer was not contacted and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 0 and the current mileage was 14,000.

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7 Door problem of the 2000 Hyundai Elantra

Failure Date: 02/23/2010

For several weeks, the front drivers door would stick and had to be leaned on hard in order to get it open. Now, the door will not open wide enough for a child to get in or out. In order for me to get behind the wheel, I have to enter through the passenger side and climb over the center console. The door looks as if it is detaching itself from the vehicle. Also, the roof appears to be sinking. These problems did not exist when I purchased the vehicle.

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8 Door problem of the 2003 Hyundai Elantra

Failure Date: 06/05/2003

We get a wind noise when driving into the wind and other misc times. Noise sounds like an alarm clock without the pauses in tone. It sounds to be eminating from front of vehicle, windsheild, or the doors. The dealer thinks its the door seals. Waiting to see. Been to the shop 5 times for this problem now! 1st time they didn't know what it was, never heard of this problem, couldn't duplicate, second time they knew exactly what it was, ordered door seals. 3rd time they got the wrong door seals, forth time, they got one wrong door seal again! fift time the have had it for one week three days to this date! also revs up to high during start up. Dealer stated that the transmission was at fault???? that it had to catch in gear????? this is a manual! what is he talking about!!!!?? also has bent rims! we have baby-ed that car! only 2400 miles and bent rims! this car is a lemon!! what do you think? bear@tbhod. Tk .

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9 Door problem of the 2001 Hyundai Elantra

Failure Date: 01/17/2003

The plastic caps that the manufacturer use to cover the rear doors bolts are popping off. Consumer had an 18 month old child in the back seat who almost choked on the plastic cap. The manufacturer was not helpful. Ph.

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10 Door problem of the 2001 Hyundai Elantra

Failure Date: 11/07/2002

While traveling on the highway without prior warning the airbag light illuminated on the dashboard. Dealer is aware of the problem. Severe vibration in steering wheel after brakes are applied. Dealer found rotors were warped due to overheating and brake pads had to be replaced. However problem reoccured. Transmission did not shift properly and revved at a high rpm between 2nd and 3rd and bucked before shifting. Abl. Pco.

11 Door problem of the 1999 Hyundai Elantra

Failure Date: 03/07/2002

Both handles in front doors had fallen off without prior warning. Could not determine cause. Dealer had been contacted. Please provide more information.

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12 Door problem of the 2001 Hyundai Elantra

Failure Date: 11/08/2001

The rear doors (more often the driver's side door) becomes stuck in a semi-locked position during cold weather regardless of precipitation. It is impossible to use the door(s).

13 Door problem of the 1997 Hyundai Elantra

Failure Date: 06/25/2001

Failure makes it impossible to open door from inside. Started to fail at abt 30,000.

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14 Door problem of the 1998 Hyundai Elantra

Failure Date: 02/28/2001

Drivers inside door handle broke. Driver had to roll windown down to exit vehicle.

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15 Door problem of the 2001 Hyundai Elantra

Failure Date: 01/01/2001

While driving headlights have unexpectedly burned out four times, parking lights remain on after the ignition is turned off, and power controlled door locks operate intermittently. Dealership indicated after-market product was caused by electrical failure.

16 Door problem of the 2001 Hyundai Elantra

Failure Date: 12/01/2000

Both rear doors freeze shut when temp is below 32 and can not be opened from outside or inside till warmed. Creates safety hazard since rear passengers must clime over from front and are trapped in the rear seats in case of an accident. This happens every time the temp is below 32 regardless of rain, can be dry for days still happens. Returned to dealer they can not fix. Called Hyundai they said they know of problem but cant fix it.

17 Door problem of the 1997 Hyundai Elantra

Failure Date: 09/04/1999

Door handle on the inside of the vehicle fails to work. Would have to open door on the outside while being inside of vehicle. All the door handles on vehicle are broken. Taking vehicle to dealer to check.

18 Door problem of the 1996 Hyundai Elantra

Failure Date: 03/02/1999

Driver side interior door handle broke 3/99 could not exit through that door. New handle installed 3/99 and broke again 9/2000 could not exit through subject door. This could make emergency exit difficult.

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19 Door problem of the 1997 Hyundai Elantra

Failure Date: 11/13/1998

Original & one inside door release failed (installing 3rd one now).

20 Door problem of the 1997 Hyundai Elantra

Failure Date: 03/17/1998

Power window & door locks failed.

21 Door problem of the 1997 Hyundai Elantra

Failure Date: 03/17/1998

Rear & front door handle cracked.

22 Door problem of the 1996 Hyundai Elantra

Failure Date: 09/18/1996

Driver's door dented.

23 Door problem of the 1997 Hyundai Elantra

Driver's side door handle has broken on several occasions. When handle broke driver's side occupant was unable to exit vehicle. Also, a problem with engine,. When truning off vehicle with key out of the ignition, engine continued to run. Consumer has contacted dealer. Please provide any further details.

24 Door problem of the 1999 Hyundai Elantra

Drivers door handle failed. Nlm.

25 Door problem of the 1996 Hyundai Elantra

The drivers side door handle has been replaced twice and the handle is still not functioning properly.

26 Door problem of the 1997 Hyundai Elantra

Within 17,000 miles the front brake pads has prematurely worn out, and rotors were resurfaced. Cause unknown. Dealer cannot identify the problem. Both front window fall while driving. Door ajar light stays on. Right door panel make noise. Dome light stays on.

27 Door problem of the 2001 Hyundai Elantra

While getting out of the vehicle the owner lost balance and fell against the door. There is a big dent in the door. The consumer believes there is a structural problem. Please provide details.


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