Check a VIN

2006 Hyundai Elantra lights problems

38 complaints (25% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 87,000.

owner complaints
38
of this car's complaints
25%
typical mileage
87,000
crashes
0
recalls
1

Which part fails

  • Brake lights: switch
    2
  • Brake lights
    2
  • Tail lights
    1
  • Headlights
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k
25k-50k
50k-75k
75k-100k
100k-125k
125k-150k
150k-175k
175k-200k
200k+

Hyundai Elantra lights problems in other years

19921995200020052010201520202024

Related recalls

Exterior lightingReported July 21, 2009 · 3,011 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Hyundai is recalling 3,011 model year 2005-2007 elantra, tucson, sonata, azera and accent vehicles. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to fail to illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause the brake lights to remain illuminated when the brake pedal is released. A defective stop lamp switch may also affect the operation of the brake-transmission shift interlock feature so the transmission would not be able to be shift out of the "park" position. It may also cause the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate, and it may not deactivate the cruise control when the brake pedal is depressed.
Risk
Any of these malfunctions could lead to a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the stop lamp switch free of charge. The recall began on september 2, 2009. Owners may contact hyundai of puerto rico customer service at 1‑787‑999‑4310.

Recall number 09V280000 · Recall details

What 2006 Hyundai Elantra owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 13, 2020 · Brakes, Lights · 103,072 miles · VA

My brake lights are stuck on but my fuses are not blown.

Filed Aug 5, 2019 · Lights · 133,676 miles · ID

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 hyundai elantra. While driving various speeds, the police informed the contact that the brake lights were inoperable. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The contact stated that the failure was similar to the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v280000 (exterior lighting). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 133,676.

Filed Sep 13, 2018 · Airbags, Electrical · 103,000 miles · CT

Passenger airbag light in the center has never worked properly since I've gotten the car, the light never used to go off when an adult was sitting in the passenger seat which means the airbags were disabled. Now the dashboard airbag light has been illuminated constantly for about 6 months and does not ever go off, meaning all airbags are disabled. It came on upon starting up my vehicle and has not gone off since. This is very dangerous and a common problem with this car, but is not reported properly via the federal safety agency, instead many complaints are made via forums. Also, when driving at night and my headlights are on, turning the wheel and using the blinker causes all dash lights as well as my headlights and brake lights to flicker briefly. Rear windows are not able to be rolled down via the main control on the driver's side, only can be rolled up.

Filed Jul 25, 2017 · Brakes, Lights · 118,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 hyundai elantra. The contact stated that the exterior brake lights remained illuminated even when the brake pedal was not depressed. The dealer was not contacted. Upon conducting research, the contact was made aware of the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v113000 (service brakes, hydraulic, exterior lighting) as a possible explanation for the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not associated with the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 118,000.

Filed Aug 22, 2016 · Lights · FL

Was flagged by passing motorist that brake lights were inoperable. Checked fuses and they were good. Was advised there could be an issue with the brake switch. Y this VIN was not listed with the recall despite same problem. Vehicle was in motion at time of notification.

Filed Feb 18, 2016 · Lights · 108,000 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 hyundai elantra. Contact stated that the vehicle was being serviced for an oil change when it was observed by an independent mechanic that the brake lights failed to illuminate. The failure occurred constantly. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v280000 (exterior lighting). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 108,000.

Filed Jan 5, 2016 · Lights · 153,354 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 hyundai elantra. While driving 50 MPH, the brake lamps failed to illuminate when operated. The failure occurred once. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the stop lamp switch failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v280000(exterior lighting). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 153,354.

Filed Mar 4, 2015 · Lights · CA

Was stopped by fellow motorist saying brake lights were not working. Fuses good. See other posts when I google this.

Filed Oct 31, 2014 · Lights · 60,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 hyundai elantra. The contact stated that when parking, the brake light remained illuminated and drained the battery. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 60,000.

Filed Sep 30, 2014 · Lights · 87,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 hyundai elantra. The contact stated that the tail light failed to illuminate when the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v280000 (exterior lighting). The failure mileage was 87,000.

Questions about the 2006 Hyundai Elantra lights

Does the 2006 Hyundai Elantra have lights problems?

Owners have filed 38 complaints about the lights of the 2006 Hyundai Elantra, 25% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2006 Hyundai Elantra lights problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 87,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2006 Hyundai Elantra lights?

Yes, 1 recall: 09V280000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Hyundai Elantra have the most lights problems?

The Hyundai Elantra model years with the most lights complaints are 2013 (72 complaints), 2019 (65 complaints) and 2006 (38 complaints).

Other 2006 Hyundai Elantra problems

Airbags 56Brakes 32Electrical 16Acceleration 11Body 8Transmission 8Visibility 7Engine 6Seats 5Fuel system 3Steering 3Driver assistance 2Suspension 2Wheels 2Locks 1Seat belts 1

VIN decoder

See the problems and recalls for an exact car

Buying a used 2006 Hyundai Elantra?

Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.

Check its history