2016 Hyundai Elantra structure problems
18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2016 Hyundai Elantra — 6% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The vehicle's security system malfunctioned immediately after service at Parks Hyundai of Gainesville on 05/27/26 for Recall 256 & Campaign P33. The alarm blares & emergency lights flash while I am driving on public roads. This defect first presented in the dealership parking lot upon pickup. This…”
filed Jun 14, 2026
“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…”
filed Sep 30, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Structure problems in other Elantra years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Elantra | 1 | 2% |
| 2023 Elantra | 2 | 2% |
| 2022 Elantra | 2 | 2% |
| 2021 Elantra | 3 | 2% |
| 2020 Elantra | 7 | 3% |
| 2019 Elantra | 3 | 1% |
| 2018 Elantra | 15 | 5% |
| 2017 Elantra | 132 | 17% |
| 2015 Elantra | 14 | 5% |
| 2014 Elantra | 9 | 2% |
| 2013 Elantra | 51 | 4% |
| 2012 Elantra | 16 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 Hyundai Elantra
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.