How many Structure & Body complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 Hyundai Elantra?

NHTSA lists 26 Structure & Body complaints for the 2010 Elantra, which is 7% of the 379 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall related to Structure & Body issues on the 2010 Elantra?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2010 Elantra.

At what mileage do Structure & Body problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for Structure & Body complaints on the 2010 Elantra is 56,000 miles.

Did Structure & Body problems cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data links this problem area on the 2010 Elantra to 4 crashes, 1 fire, and 6 injuries.

How does the 2010 Elantra compare to other years for this issue?

The 2010 Elantra's 7% share of complaints in this area is higher than most other years, though the 2017 Elantra has a higher share at 24%.

2010 Hyundai Elantra Structure & Body Problems

NHTSA lists 26 Structure & Body complaints for the 2010 Hyundai Elantra, 7% of its 379 total complaints that year, with 4 crashes, 1 fire, and 6 injuries. Median mileage at failure was 56,000 miles. No related recalls are listed for this area.

Structure & Body complaints: 26; 7% of 379
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 6
Median mileage: 56,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical body and structure symptoms owners report

Trunk lid or lift gate pops open unexpectedly while driving or parked, sometimes triggering a battery drain after the trunk light stays on.
Hood latch has disconnected while driving, allowing the hood to fly up and strike the windshield.
Some owners report the vehicle pulling violently left or right and getting an electrical shock when opening a door.
One owner reported the vehicle caught fire while parked in a driveway several hours after last being driven.
Door handles and rear door mechanisms have caused cuts or would not open from inside or outside after apparent swelling of a door component.
Interior water intrusion and mold odor were reported after a strut repair.

When 2010 Hyundai Elantra body and structure complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 1, 2010, latest May 27, 2026.

26 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2010 to May 2026; peak Nov 2018 (2).

Structure & Body recalls for the 2010 Hyundai Elantra

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Structure & Body complaints by Elantra model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200512 (9%)
200614 (9%)
200722 (8%)
200810 (3%)
200911 (4%)
201026 (7%)
20116 (1%)
201218 (3%)
201356 (4%)
201410 (3%)
201515 (6%)
201632 (11%)
2017186 (24%)
201817 (6%)
20195 (2%)
20208 (3%)
20214 (3%)
20222 (2%)
20233 (3%)
20242 (4%)
20251 (5%)

Frequently asked questions

How many Structure & Body complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 Hyundai Elantra?: NHTSA lists 26 Structure & Body complaints for the 2010 Elantra, which is 7% of the 379 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall related to Structure & Body issues on the 2010 Elantra?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2010 Elantra.
At what mileage do Structure & Body problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for Structure & Body complaints on the 2010 Elantra is 56,000 miles.
Did Structure & Body problems cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data links this problem area on the 2010 Elantra to 4 crashes, 1 fire, and 6 injuries.
How does the 2010 Elantra compare to other years for this issue?: The 2010 Elantra's 7% share of complaints in this area is higher than most other years, though the 2017 Elantra has a higher share at 24%.