How many Structure & Body complaints does the 2015 Hyundai Elantra have?

NHTSA lists 15 Structure & Body complaints for the 2015 Elantra, which is 6% of the 262 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2015 Hyundai Elantra related to body issues?

Yes. Campaign 24V146000 covers 2015-2016 Elantra vehicles where the trunk latch may become damaged and prevent the trunk from opening from the inside. Dealers replace the trunk latch base sub-assembly free of charge.

At what mileage do Structure & Body problems typically show up on the 2015 Elantra?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 30,880 miles at the time these complaints were filed.

Did the 2015 Elantra's body complaints lead to any crashes?

NHTSA records one crash and zero fires or injuries among the 15 Structure & Body complaints for this model year.

How does the 2015 Elantra compare to other years for body complaints?

The 2015 Elantra's 15 complaints (6% share) are lower than the 2017 model's 186 complaints (24% share), which had the highest volume in this area among the years listed.

2015 Hyundai Elantra Structure & Body Problems

NHTSA lists 15 Structure & Body complaints for the 2015 Hyundai Elantra, 6% of that year's 262 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 30,880 miles. A recall (campaign 24V146000) covers a trunk latch that can fail to open from inside.

Structure & Body complaints: 15; 6% of 262
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 30,880 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical body and structure symptoms owners report

Owners report the driver's side head rest failing to stay down, blocking rearview visibility while driving.
Sunroofs that require multiple attempts to close, and in at least one case a sunroof made a loud noise described as exploding while driving on the highway.
Paint peeling off the hood, roof, and trunk lid, especially on pearl white vehicles, reported by multiple owners as flaking in large pieces.
A front fender and wheel came apart from the vehicle during a low-speed turn, leading to a crash into a parked car.
An underbody corrosion prevention service campaign that some dealers could not perform due to a lack of supplied materials.

When 2015 Hyundai Elantra body and structure complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 18, 2014, latest Apr 14, 2026.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2014 to Apr 2026; peak May 2018 (2).

Structure & Body recalls for the 2015 Hyundai Elantra

NHTSA 24V146000Feb 23, 2024Structure & Body186,588 vehicles
Latches/locks/linkages:trunk lid:latch
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."
Risk: A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers 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.

Structure & Body complaints by Elantra model year

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

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 the 2015 Hyundai Elantra have?: NHTSA lists 15 Structure & Body complaints for the 2015 Elantra, which is 6% of the 262 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Hyundai Elantra related to body issues?: Yes. Campaign 24V146000 covers 2015-2016 Elantra vehicles where the trunk latch may become damaged and prevent the trunk from opening from the inside. Dealers replace the trunk latch base sub-assembly free of charge.
At what mileage do Structure & Body problems typically show up on the 2015 Elantra?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 30,880 miles at the time these complaints were filed.
Did the 2015 Elantra's body complaints lead to any crashes?: NHTSA records one crash and zero fires or injuries among the 15 Structure & Body complaints for this model year.
How does the 2015 Elantra compare to other years for body complaints?: The 2015 Elantra's 15 complaints (6% share) are lower than the 2017 model's 186 complaints (24% share), which had the highest volume in this area among the years listed.