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2016 Hyundai Elantra: headlights failing or too dim

6 of the 293 complaints about the 2016 Hyundai Elantra describe headlights failing or too dim.

owner complaints
6
of this car's complaints
2%
recalls
0
Is there a fix? 1 service bulletin covers this area of the car. See below

Headlights failing or too dim by model year

What owners say

Filed Jun 26, 2024 · Brakes, Engine · TX

I was driving down the interstate when my car completely locked up, my brakes stopped working, the steering wheel wouldn't turn, the car completely shut down, so I had to make my way off the bisy interstate luckily I didn't have an accident so I took it to a mechanic and found out the alternator went out, so it was replaced then less than a year later i had issues with the headlights not working then magically comong on while driving, and the interior lighta will work then bot work but the bulbs are new, leading to another replacement alternator, then less than about 8 months pass and I have issues with the electrical stuff again not wanting to work even when new bulbs are pit in the car, the radio turning on and off by itself and I've had to put it a third alternator in less than 3 years, it's a driving hazard and safety hazard. My driver side door handle will only open from the inside and it doesn't shut inkess the door is locked and the car has to be turned on. The belt in my 2016 hyundai elanyra looks like it's shredding and it's throwing black stuff on the inside of my hood. I've had preoffwsional mechanics look at it and the alternator is assembled correctly, and now my ball joints are all of a sudden needing to be replaced inthe front.

Filed Jan 23, 2023 · Lights · TN

-Exterior lighting continuously burns out and I am willing to have my vehicle inspected. Lights that continuously burn out are both headlights, all blinkers, all break lights. -Since the lights burn out so frequently (sometimes as soon as you install a new bulb) I am concerned that without adequate lighting I am at risk for an accident by not being able to properly see at night, be noticed by other vehicles during rain, and risk of being rear ended due to not having adequate break lights. I have spent hundreds of dollars replacing bulbs since I have owned the vehicle and I am also at risk of getting ticketed. -I have informed the dealer of my problem on multiple visits to the dealership. The first time the associate simply responded with "Yeah, they're known for that" and asked if I wanted them to replace the bulb for an up-charge. The second time the response was "There aren't any recalls, you'll have to pay to have it thoroughly inspected and fixed". -The vehicle components have not been thoroughly inspected by anyone. -I do have a warning indication when my blinkers go out. The arrows on the dash will stay lit constantly and there is a faster pace blinker tick when it is not working properly. Other than that there are no other warnings. These issues have been occurring ever since I bought the vehicle in November of 2016. Most recent date I had to buy 2 blinkers, 1 tail light, 2 break lights, and one headlight is listed in the additional details section.

Filed Dec 10, 2020 · Electrical, Lights · 46,000 miles · TX

Front headlights need replacing one monthly. Had it repaired at the dealership while still under factory warranty. I was told it was a wiring issue but several months after the problem still persists. The front highbeams and daylights have been replaced for going out (no longer working) 12 times in 2 years.

Filed Jan 28, 2020 · Electrical, Lights · PA

Hi... I own 11 elantra's. 4-2013, 3-2016, 2-2018, 1-2019, 1-2020. I own a driving school. They all have a problem with burning out light bulbs, headlights ,side markers and tail lights. I am replacing bulbs 2 to 3 times a week. I also had to replace sockets because they melted. The plastic holders for the headlights and the center brake light also melted. I would like to know if there is a remedy for this or one in the process. I also have a complaint on why it so difficult to remove the headlight bulbs.

Filed Sep 25, 2017 · Lights · 16,000 miles · AL

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 hyundai elantra. When the headlights were on the automatic setting and when either a right or left turn signal was used to turn, the headlights shut off without warning. In addition, once the turn was made, the headlights illuminated again. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 16,000.

Filed Oct 31, 2016 · Electrical, Lights · 20,000 miles · TX

While driving the clock will start to flash then the headlights will flash as the radio/clock flashes. If head lights are off the light by gauges will start flashing making a clicking noise, the battery light will sometimes come on and flash also. If I turn the air on the flashing will stop. This has happened about 6 times in the last two weeks.

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Questions about the 2016 Hyundai Elantra headlights

Is headlights failing or too dim a common problem on the 2016 Hyundai Elantra?

6 of 293 owner complaints about the 2016 Hyundai Elantra (2%) mention headlights failing or too dim. The model year with the most reports is 2019.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2016 Hyundai Elantra?

There are 0 recalls and 1 service bulletin for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

Other symptoms on the 2016 Hyundai Elantra

Stalling 36Check engine light 31Knocking 29Engine failure 22Loss of power 15Jerking 12No deployment 9Won't start 9Transmission failure 7Hesitation 6Oil consumption 6Fuel smell 5Power steering loss 5Slipping 5

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