2016 Hyundai Elantra GT Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Elantra GT years
- Not enough data 5th of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT. That ranks 5th out of 8 Elantra GT model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (5 complaints, 71%), typically at around 77,170 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 7owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 71% | 77,170 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 14% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 14% | 82,623 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 14% | 115,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 14% | 69,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2016 Hyundai Elantra GT recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
Problem: 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.
Risk: An air bag inflator that ruptures may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or passengers, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the air bag inflator, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated August, 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that there was an abnormal burning odor inside and outside the vehicle. The vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was later towed to the…
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle started losing motive power. The contact drove the vehicle to an independent mechanic who diagnosed and determined that the vehicle had a…
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH and depressing the brake pedal to stop the vehicle, the braked malfunctioned, and the vehicle failed to slow down. The contact shifted to park and turned off the vehicle to avoid crashing into the…
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT. The contact stated that the instrument panel software was previously replaced by an independent mechanic as the instrument cluster lights were inoperative. The contact stated while her daughter was driving 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled inadvertently. There…
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT. The contact stated that while her wife was driving 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled inadvertently. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact's wife was able to veer to the side of the road. The contact's wife was unable to restart the vehicle after…
Other Hyundai Elantra GT years
← 2015 Elantra GT · 2017 Elantra GT →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Elantra GT | 7 | 0 |
| 2019 Elantra GT | 14 | 0 |
| 2018 Elantra GT | 51 | 1 |
| 2017 Elantra GT | 26 | 0 |
| 2016 | 7 | 1 |
| 2015 Elantra GT | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 Elantra GT | 8 | 0 |
| 2013 Elantra GT | 5 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT?
Owners most often report engine, electrical system, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Elantra GT model years, the 2016 has too little data to compare, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.