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2021 Hyundai Elantra Lights Problems

3 owner-reported lights complaints from NHTSA data

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Complaints
Feb 2026Oct 2023
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Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (3)

highEXTERIOR LIGHTING,SEAT BELTS
Filed: Feb 2026

Your driver's side seat belt won't retract properly, and your high-mounted brake light warning light keeps coming on with a dinging sound. The dealership initially refused to fix these issues under warranty, but now that your car is over 60,000 miles, they're saying both problems need repair and will cost $2,000. Fixing these issues will likely involve replacing the seat belt retractor mechanism and diagnosing/repairing the brake light wiring or sensor.

NHTSA #: 11719531
mediumEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: Oct 2023

Headlight lens are holding condensation , I've noticed this problem a few times now , and at night time it is a problem to see unless the brights of the lighting is engaged ,, RE: it's not my eyes , I've just got new bifocal glasses ,,, or maybe they just need adjusted up a bit , I will take it in for inspection, the Hyundai Elantra 2021 , I just purchased on 07/12/2023 , along with the seatbelt recall , I now know why they seem to not always want to latch together several times , thank you for the help researching my new car

NHTSA #: 11551914
mediumEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: Sep 2021

Driving headlight output is so diminished that it is very difficult to safely drive in adverse conditions, ie., darkness, rain and oncoming vehicles. The projector lamp assembly used in this vehicle is old technology and is somewhat compounded by the use of a smoked acrylic outer lens cover assembly. I feel that safety was compromised for style and this is not acceptable. I have sent a letter to Hyundai Motors Customer Care dated Sept. 7th in this regard asking for a Hyundai sanctioned solution and authorization for selling dealer to correct situation

NHTSA #: 11432104

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