Does the 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT, the most recent reported on May 14, 2026 (Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT?

Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (5 complaints), followed by electrical system (1).

How many 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 7 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2016 Hyundai Elantra GT recalls and problems

1 recall and 7 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2016 Hyundai Elantra GT recalls

Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module

NHTSA campaign 26V307000 · reported May 14, 2026 · Hyundai Motor America · 3,493 vehicles potentially affected

The 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.
The 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.
The 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine5
Electrical system1
Engine and engine cooling1
Seats1
Service brakes1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jul 6, 2023 · Engine · 140,000 miles
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 residence where an…

May 31, 2023 · Engine · 57,000 miles
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 experienced a failure…

Nov 25, 2022 · Service brakes · 69,000 miles
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 rear of a truck…

Sep 27, 2022 · Electrical system · 40,000 miles
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 was no warning light…

Aug 18, 2022 · Engine and engine cooling · 82,623 miles
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 several attempts…

Elantra GT model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Fires
2013	0	5	0
2014	0	8	0
2015	0	1	0
2016	1	7	0
2017	0	26	0
2018	1	51	1
2019	0	14	0

Across all years, the 2018 Elantra GT has the most complaints (51). All Hyundai Elantra GT years →

Questions

Does the 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT, the most recent reported on May 14, 2026 (Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT?: Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (5 complaints), followed by electrical system (1).
How many 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 7 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 6, 2023.