Structure Problems of Hyundai Elantra

Hyundai Elantra owners have reported 467 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 14 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (320 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's structure (35 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Structure problems of Hyundai Elantra

The Body problem

Paint delamination has exposed bare metal on hood/roof/trunk. Corrosion is spreading, which can compromise crashworthiness and latch integrity. Additional peeling near the window trim near the roof is beginning to corrode. This part of the vehicle is structural and could compromise roof strength.   Read details...

The Structure problem

The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving and making turns, there was a significant amount of water leaking from behind the glove compartment onto the front passenger's side floor. The contact stated that the failure mainly occurred while making turns.   Read details...

The Frame And Members problem

The contact owns a 2007 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle for an alignment, the contact was made aware of excessive corrosion on the sub frame. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who confirmed that the alignment could not be completed due to corrosion   Read details...

The Door problem

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.   Read details...

The Paint problem

Paint peeling   Read details...




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