The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Sonata. While driving approximately 40 mph, smoke was seen underneath the hood and the instrument panel lighting illuminated. The vehicle was pulled over and the contact noticed flames underneath the vehicle. The fire department was called and extinguished the fire. A fire report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard. The contact called terry labonte Chevrolet at 336-447-1535 (located at 1401 bridford pkwy, greensboro, nc 27407) and was transferred to the warranty department for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 134,062.

- Greenaboro, NC, USA

I was parked. I started the car and put it in reverse to move it closer to a building, from one side of a dirt driveway to the other. When I started backing up everything seemed fine but after a few, maybe 3 seconds, the engine started roaring and the car took off at tremendous speed. I don't know how fast the car went.I hit the building, that's what stopped the car. I don't know if it would have stopped otherwise.

- Wichita, KS, USA

The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the steering wheel was extremely difficult to turn in either direction. In addition, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the engine. There was also an electrical short with the interior and exterior lighting and the key fob failed to connect outside of the vehicle. The contact had to start the vehicle with the fob being in the charger. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the cause of the failures could not be determined. The dealer (round rock Hyundai, 2405 N interstate hwy 35, round rock, tx 78665, (512) 904-6400) was contacted, but did not diagnose the failures. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was not available.

- Round Rock, TX, USA

My vehicle experience engine failure while I was driving I was stuck in the middle of the street in unsafe conditions. The engine in the vehicle was stuttering while driving. My vehicle was taken to a repair shop where I was made aware that my vehicle's engine was not working properly.

- Dale City, VA, USA

My car started making this knocking noise in the motor

- Palmdale, CA, USA

While driving on a highway, engine made loud noise (not continuous) but several times. Was less than a mile when the power cut out and I drifted to the merge area and off to the side. No indication that anything was wrong- no check engine light, just stopped. Had auto towed to our mechanic and he did a thorough check - indicated there were slivers of what appeared to be metallic pieces in oil (oil was just changed less that 1000 miles). Mechanic declared engine was dead-

- Glen Burnie, MD, USA

While driving down the road my car is knocking out of gear, not getting acceleration. Pretty certain its the gear shifter. Also a burning smell comes from my motor.

- North Charleston, SC, USA

The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the fuel gauge was not responding when the vehicle had fuel. Also, the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and a local dealer (antwerpen Hyundai, 6440 baltimore national pike, catonsville, md 21228) where it was diagnosed that the fuel level sending unit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 94,000.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the engine seized without warning. An independent mechanic diagnosed that there were metal shavings in the oil and that the engine assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was scheduled for an appointment with the dealer (lester glenn Hyundai, 386 route 37 E, toms river, NJ 08753, (732) 691-4108). The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 17V152000 (engine and engine cooling). The contact was uncertain if the remedy would provide a permanent solution by replacing the part. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 126,918.

- Lanoka Harbor, NJ, USA

I was driving my 2012 Hyundai Sonata to visit family for thanksgiving. Halfway through the trip I heard a rubbing, grinding noise. I stopped and looked under the hood and could not find the source, but figured it was a belt issue since the check engine light was not on. I called the nearby Hyundai dealership to see if they knew what it could be. They did not but checked my VIN for recalls. I was told there were no recalls so I headed towards the dealership for a diagnosis. Soon after getting back on the road a loud bang occurred and the exhaust started smoking. I pulled over to call for a tow and again opened the hood. I noticed a fire had started under the engine so I got my wife out of the car and the car became fully engulfed. Called 911 and a fire unit responded to put out the fire. Car was then towed.

- Atlanta, GA, USA

Son driving car and would not accelerate. Son was able to get to vacant lot. Son tried to crank car 2 times and it would not start. Electrical system flashed on and off about 5 minutes after cutting on and off. Son got out of the car and saw smoke coming from under the hood. Son ran to bushes and 5 minutes or less car engine burst into flames.

- Durham, NC, USA

I was driving in downtown Chicago when all of the sudden my car engine made a knocking noise and it shut down I rolled to the side started it again but same noise happened I contacted my mechanic he said it might be out of out I towed it to nearest mechanic shop they said your engine blow up they wanted to charge 4500 dollars plus tax to get used engine so I started to call other mechanics to look for cheaper service and one of the mechanic told me before I do that I should contact Hyundai because they had recall for engines on my car. I contacted Hyundai motors and they said its true I typed in on their website my VIN number and it gave me 4 codes for recall that were not completed and it gave me option to schedule appointment so I towed my car from one shop to that Hyundai dealership. They inspected it and said I will not be covered because I have 143000 miles on my car. I just think its clearly not my fault because non of the indicator lights or warning lights went off before my engine died. I am just so upset because I am still paying for this car and now I have to get new motor that is so expensive just because their computer or engine has failed to let me know that is something wrong going on inside of the engine.

- Prospect Heights, IL, USA

Every owner of a 2012 Hyundai Sonata that has over 130,000 miles that I talked to complains the car uses far too much oil (3 to 4 quarts between oil changes) under normal driving conditions. If you are not aware of this issue and do not check you oil weekly, you will ruin an engine due to lack of oil.

- Birmingham, AL, USA

The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Sonata. The contact received a recall notice from the manufacturer for NHTSA campaign number: 15V568000 (engine and engine cooling). The dealer (crenshaw Hyundai, 330 huffman mill rd, burlington, nc 27215, (336) 584-1144) stated that they inspected the vehicle. Months later, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they later replaced the engine assembly, but had not done so when the vehicle was initially taken in for the recall service. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000. Consumer had an engine failure and still suffer sudden and complete loss of power with much more serious consequences. Updated 8/16/18

- Elon, NC, USA

My 2012 Hyundai Sonata engine has seize after researching came across a sight that requested my VIN # and advised me that there was a recall on 2011 and 2012. Upon entering my VIN it stated your car has been affected. And direct me to call a dealer for inspection. The car was towed to the doral Hyundai dealer and inspected the put in a claim and I was denied. The reason was I have a rebuilt title however the customer relation said that that didnt matter it was because it was previously inspected in 2015. For me a recall is a recall which a safety issue which has to be granted by law and the second customer relation rep agreed after he research is story I was denied because my title is branded....3 different storyies sombody please help Hyundai's number for this recall is 132; owners may also refer to NHTSA campaign number 15V568000.

- Miami, FL, USA

Sudden unintentional acceleration on a highway going approximately 45 mph. Saw brake lights on vehicles and started braking. Suddenly, my vehicle sped up, catching up to the vehicle ahead of me. The front of the car was bobbing up and down, but not stopping the vehicle. I do not know how fast I was going when I finally hit the other vehicle. We both got out of our vehicles and to my surprise, there was no damage on either vehicle. (miracle) there was no police or tow trucks called. I was able to get my car home safely. My car will probably be sold by the time you read this. Also, there were no injuries. I was so nervous I did not know what kind of vehicle I hit or if there were other passengers.

- St. Paul, MN, USA

Turbo wastegate failure numerous times. No acceleration. Vehicle stalls. Warranty does not cover it.

- Fayetteville, NC, USA

I am very unhappy with my Sonata, trouble since day 1! I was going on a family trip I have about a 300 nike drive not even an hour into the drive my car stops on the highway I had to get assistance to move it on the side of the road, road Ranger spots me and stops to help he tells me I had engine failure! I then have to wait for someone to pick me up and pretty much left my car on the side of the highway until I returned from my trip. Then get my car towed back to Hyundai which cost me about 400, Hyundai keeps my car for about a month replaced the engine but not the turbo because it wasn't apart of th recall, really! my car drives like crap without the turbo, made a complaint with corporate and nothing has gotten resolved! I will never purchase another Hyundai again!!!!

- Orlando, FL, USA

While driving and I press the gas peddle to pass another vehicle, the engine will not accelerate, but the engine RPM goes up.

- Hiram, GA, USA

Could not participate in recall. After 3rd or 4th time of complaining of engine we were convinced to trade in car for new car. So lost trade in value. It was applied to car.

- Rankin, MS, USA