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5NPD84LF2HH••••••2017 Hyundai Elantra
This build draws 2.7× more complaints than the average 2017 Hyundai Elantra build (28 vs 11).
28on this build
749on the model
71builds in total
Most reportedEngine 13Electrical System 4Structure 3Power Train 2
What owners of this build wrote
Electrical SystemJan 2026
1: Driver’s window: don't go up or down, it doesn't respond to control. 2: Headlight warning lights is on all the time because bulbs are burn out so soon after replacement
EngineOct 2025
Check engine turn on , sent to shop for check up and they find out the engine is leaking
Vehicle Speed ControlJun 2024
The engine of my vehicle malfunctioned. It is available for inspection upon request, it will have to be towed. The problem put myself and others in danger as the car stopped as I was driving in the middle of a 3-lane highway in the far left lane. Others were put in danger as…
StructureFeb 2024
Doors are not unlocking on open from the outside both front doors from inside and out do not open unless you pull three or four times the rear doors the passenger side rear door does not open at all. It’s like it doesn’t unlock and the driver side rear door only opens if you…
Power TrainJan 2024
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle was able to be restarted. After restarting the…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5NPD84LF2HH168156 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.