NHTSA Complaint #11502534 — 2018 HYUNDAI ELANTRA

STRUCTURE:BODY issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11502534
Vehicle	2018 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
Component	STRUCTURE:BODY
Date of Incident	September 1, 2022
Date Filed	January 18, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

Paint is peeling off the hood in 2 very large, growing spots. Nothing has struck the hood, the paint is lifting and flaking off all on its own. The color is Pearl White.

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