My vehicle was stolen in mid may, and later recovered on June 1st. I had it taken to the dealership to have the ignition replaced. After completing the work they informed me that the engine had seized. It had worked perfectly fine prior to the theft.

- Aurora, CO, USA

I started my car the morning of 7/3/2020 and when I started it I heard a little rattling noise that sounded like it was coming from the front tire. After driving home from work it got worse and I heard the rattling knocking noise every time I accelerated. It eventually got so loud and bad I had to park the car. It continues to turn on but the engine is knocking when I looked under the hood. My car has had a recent oil change so I don't know what could cause this issue. Please help!!!

- Goldsboro, NC, USA

The engine is making a knocking noise and it has lost power. Oil level is good. I know there was an engine recall on Sonatas and it looks like this may be a recall issue

- South Range, WI, USA

Feb 2020 check engine light flickered on and off. Oil change was not due at that time. I stopped off at a local oil shop, they topped off the oil. Then made an appt with Hyundai repair shop. Since February I have completed multiple oil consumption trials. When those failed Hyundai recommended a compression/leakage test on all 4 cylinders. According to Hyundai the car did not meet criteria for passing, but didn't fail either. 1 cylinder failed the leakage test. Hyundai recommended fuel system service with foam cleaner at my cost ($300-400). I redid oil consumption trial, my car started consuming more and more oil as I moved farther away from the cleaning service. I technically didn't fail that oil consumption trial, but by the last 1000 miles I was using 1.25 quarts. They recommended another oil consumption trial, which failed. Now Hyundai is recommending that I do a tear down to point of failure of my engine to diagnose why it is failing at my cost - another $300-400. The local Hyundai dealership has stated that Hyundai just needs to replace the engine already. They stated not to worry about the mileage of the car because just a few weeks prior Hyundai replaced the engine of a 2013 Sonata at 230,000 miles. Hyundai corporate does not seem concerned about my issues and is quite cavalier about it. Hyundai corporate even closed my case # without checking to see if the issue had been resolved. Not once during the last 5 months has Hyundai warned me about the known issues with this engine that they can lead to catastrophic engine failures and fires. I have 2 young children, would there be enough time to unbuckle them and remove them for the car should my engine catch on fire? Hyundai has a product that is known to fail, they need to do what is right and that is to replace the faulty engines in these cars.

- Paola, KS, USA

While driving, engine stalled. Was able to pull to side of the highway. Tried to restart the car, and engine was knocking. Had car towed to dealership. Dealer is balise in fairfield ct. Service department said the engine had a recall. #162. They sent their findings to Hyundai main office. The following week, they said that the same tests had to be resent. Then the manager of service department said that there wasn't a recall. After I was told there was. I called the Hyundai directly. I recorded all my conversations with them. I was told there is a recall for engine. That it can stall while driving. Exactly what happened to me. I set a case number with Hyundai. I was told they would get back with me. They have not for over a week. Haven't heard back from the dealer in week and a half. I've been told they would return my call. But have not received a call. It's been 3 weeks since they have had my car with no response. I asked for a loaner car. I was told that I would only get a loaner car if Hyundai paid for the work. Even then, they prob won't have a loaner car. Hyundai sent me a text message stating that the engine was under recall, #162

- Bridgeport, CT, USA

The engine makes a noise when I drive, I keep having to replace head lights and tails every 3-4 weeks, steering wheel was making a noise I had to replace bushing. This vehicle has as been a problem.

- Lakewood, OH, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while stopped at a traffic light, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine seized. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 20V121000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact informed thornton road Hyundai (669 thornton rd, lithia springs, ga 3012), of the failure and the contact was informed to schedule an appointment to have the vehicle diagnosed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not repaired due to parts not being available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 108,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

- Mableton, GA, USA

Has happened 2 times in the past month. Driving on 2 lane highway at approximately 60 mph when engine stops, all panel lights come on, and accelerator is unresponsive. Pull over to side of road and restart engine with no problems for remainder of trip. In the first instance, I had just passed a vehicle and was back in lane when it occurred. In second instance I had just braked for a vehicle making a right turn, and upon accelerating to speed, the vehicle engine stopped.

- Southport, NC, USA

I was driving 70 mph on the highway and the car just lost power. I had two kids in the back seat. I am all up to date with my car maintenance. I really don't feel safe driving my Hyundai Sonata.

- South Portland, ME, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that the engine was replaced on April 23, 2020 at webb Hyundai merrillville (1000 81st ave, merrillville, in 46410, 219-736-2277). The contact stated that on occasions after the engine was replaced, the RPM would rev up however, the vehicle failed to respond with accelerator pedal depressed. Additionally, the brake lamp bulbs were being replaced frequently. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 127,000.

- Gary, IN, USA

I was driving down the road on a slope at around 55mph when the car quit coasted to the side of the road and tried starting the car it wouldn't even turn over so had it towed to a garage to find out the engine was locked up so now the car is still sitting in my yard since October of 2019 so I do a little research and find out that the 2.4 engine has had all sorts of problems but unfortunately mine isn't on the recall list. The mileage I think is around 130,000

- Richwood, WV, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. Jimmy ellis Hyundai (5785 peachtree industrial blvd, atlanta, ga, (770-454-6789) was contacted and informed of the failure. The contact was informed that similar vehicles were subjected to NHTSA campaign number: 17V226000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was towed to the dealer however, the technician informed the contact that the battery needed to be replaced prior to a diagnostic test being performed. The technician cleaned the engine and informed the contact that the vehicle failure was not related to the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact retrieved the vehicle and while driving back to her residence, she was informed by another driver that the brake lamps were inoperable. The vehicle was taken back to the same dealer. The contact was informed that the vehicle needed to be taken back to the dealer on another day to be inspected. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 98,000.

- Stone Mountain , GA, USA

My last recent oil change was two months ago service has been kept up on the car I accelerated and it seems as if I've thrown a rod when I get off the freeway I can hear knocking I don't have any leakage or anything but it can clear you hear the knocking and if you accelerate you're here like the bearings are grinding I was able to get the car home but there's a lot of knocking noise in the engine.

- Sacramento, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the vehicle consumed an excessive amount of engine oil. The low engine oil warning light failed to display a message to indicate that engine oil level was low. The contact stated that the oil level was closely monitored to prevent engine failure. The vehicle was taken to tulsa Hyundai (9777 S memorial dr, tulsa, ok 74133) and the contact was made aware of NHTSA campaign number: 17V226000 (engine and engine cooling) however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 108,000.

- Osage, OK, USA

My engine blew out after the recall was said to be complete.

- Chicago, IL, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The traction control and brake warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the failure also occurred while the vehicle was idle and after activating the headlamp switch. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed. Bentley Hyundai (3805 university dr, hunstville, al 35816, (256)713-0505) and the manufacturer were notified of the failures. The contact indicated that the engine was previously replaced under NHTSA campaign number: 17V226000 (engine). The failure mileage was 80,000.

- Huntsville, AL, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 75 mph, the brakes engaged independently causing the vehicle to jerk into another lane. The contact mentioned that there was an abnormal noise and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to five star Hyundai of warner robins (650 russell pkwy, warner robins, ga 31088) where it was diagnosed that there was an internal engine failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 111,000.

- Appleton, WI, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph, an audible chime was heard. Several unknown warning lights started to flash. Also displayed was a message which stated that hybrid safely stop-do not drive and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to crenshaw Hyundai (330 huffman mill road, burlington, nc 27215), however, a diagnostic test was still pending. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was filed. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.

- Burlington, NC, USA

I haven't put 500 miles on this car and has used 2 quarts of oil already. I googled this and it seems it has been an ongoing problem

- Loxley, AL, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17V226000 (engine and engine cooling), 20V121000 (fuel system, gasoline) and 17V152000 (seat belts). The contact stated while driving at 40 mph the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact swerved into oncoming traffic to prevent an accident. The vehicle was stopped and the battery disconnected and reconnected however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed nor repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 112,000.

- Pittsburgh, PA, USA