How many steering complaints does the 2016 Hyundai Elantra have?

NHTSA lists 19 steering complaints for the 2016 Elantra, which is 7% of the 292 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a steering recall for the 2016 Hyundai Elantra?

No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to the steering complaints for this model year.

At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure among reported steering complaints is 46,000 miles.

Did the 2016 Elantra's steering problems cause any crashes or injuries?

Yes, NHTSA data links this area to 2 crashes and 2 injuries, with no fires reported.

Is the 2016 Elantra's steering complaint rate high compared to other years?

At 7%, the 2016 Elantra's steering share is lower than years like 2010 (51%) and 2013 (21%), but similar to 2014 and 2017.

2016 Hyundai Elantra Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 19 steering complaints for the 2016 Hyundai Elantra, 7% of its 292 total complaints for the year. Median mileage at failure was 46,000. Two crashes and two injuries were linked to this area, and no related recalls are on file.

Steering complaints: 19; 7% of 292
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 46,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Owners describe the steering wheel turning left or right on its own without driver input, even after repeated dealer alignments.
Some report the power steering suddenly seizing or becoming very hard to turn, with dealers saying the vehicle was 'designed that way.'
Others describe the steering wheel locking up entirely while turning or exiting a highway, in one case leading to a broken axle and a crash.
Several owners report the steering pulling abruptly to one side along with dashboard warning lights, followed by increased steering effort.
A few describe intermittent power-steering cutout on curves, causing the wheel to stiffen and requiring heavy correction to keep the car centered.
One early complaint described overly sensitive steering response, where a small wheel movement caused an abrupt turn at highway speed.

When 2016 Hyundai Elantra steering complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 11, 2016, latest Jan 27, 2025.

19 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2016 to Jan 2025; peak May 2016 (2).

Steering recalls for the 2016 Hyundai Elantra

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Elantra model year

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

20056 (4%)
20063 (2%)
200734 (13%)
200855 (18%)
2009133 (53%)
2010195 (51%)
201174 (17%)
201288 (13%)
2013271 (21%)
201428 (7%)
201526 (10%)
201619 (7%)
201771 (9%)
201816 (6%)
20199 (4%)
202020 (8%)
20215 (4%)
20222 (2%)
20233 (3%)
20247 (13%)
20251 (5%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does the 2016 Hyundai Elantra have?: NHTSA lists 19 steering complaints for the 2016 Elantra, which is 7% of the 292 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a steering recall for the 2016 Hyundai Elantra?: No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to the steering complaints for this model year.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure among reported steering complaints is 46,000 miles.
Did the 2016 Elantra's steering problems cause any crashes or injuries?: Yes, NHTSA data links this area to 2 crashes and 2 injuries, with no fires reported.
Is the 2016 Elantra's steering complaint rate high compared to other years?: At 7%, the 2016 Elantra's steering share is lower than years like 2010 (51%) and 2013 (21%), but similar to 2014 and 2017.