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2016 Hyundai Elantra: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

2Safety recalls
284Owner complaints
5★NHTSA overall
Quick answer

The 2016 Hyundai Elantra has 2 open NHTSA safety recalls and 284 owner complaints on file, with an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Check a specific VIN to confirm whether the work was done and to verify mileage and title.

Safety record reviewed June 2026 · sourced from NHTSA

The 2016 Hyundai Elantra has 2 open safety recalls and 284 owner complaints on file with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and it earned an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Below is the public safety record. To see whether a specific Elantra had its recalls repaired and how its mileage and title check out, run that car's VIN.

Safety recalls

1

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH

Campaign 24V146000 · 23/02/2024

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Elantra vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."

RiskA person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
RemedyDealers will replace the trunk latch base sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 256.
2

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Campaign 26V307000 · 15/05/2026

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Elantra and 2016 Elantra GT vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.

RiskAn air bag inflator that ruptures may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or passengers, increasing the risk of injury or death.
RemedyDealers will inspect and replace the air bag inflator, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 13, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 300. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 16, 2026.

What owners complain about

The systems 2016 Hyundai Elantra owners report most often to federal regulators:

Engine107
Unknown Or Other51
Power Train28
Air Bags26
Electrical System22
Steering19

NHTSA crash-test ratings

Frontal crash★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Overall★★★★★

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Hyundai Elantra have any recalls?

Yes. The 2016 Hyundai Elantra has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Check your specific VIN to see whether the work was completed.

What problems do 2016 Hyundai Elantra owners report?

Owners have filed 284 complaints with the NHTSA for the 2016 Hyundai Elantra, most often about the engine, unknown or other, power train.

How do I check a specific Elantra's history?

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