10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
17 / 56
Injuries / Deaths:
8 / 0
Average Mileage:
58,215 miles

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problem #395

Dec 262020

Sonata

  • 78,000 miles
The engine needs to be replaced. Broke down while driving on a city street. The car has less than 80000 miles. I gave this car to my son so evidently the power train warranty is gone. My complaint is that this engine should have lasted longer. That is what Hyundai claims.

- Hamilton, OH, USA

problem #394

Oct 292020

Sonata

  • 120,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving 20-30 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was determined a bearing replacement was needed. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was contacted however, no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 120,000.

- Arlington, TX, USA

problem #393

Dec 172020

Sonata

  • 139,000 miles
Engine started knocking and making noise. Check engine light came on afterwards and governed the car speed. No indications of warnings before or anything. Shop now says the engine is shot. Los angeles California

- Los Angeles, CA, USA

problem #392

Dec 142020

Sonata

  • miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata hybrid. The contact received notification through emissions of NHTSA campaign number: 20V746000 (engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. Horne Hyundai (1360 E. auto center dr, apache junction, AZ 85119, (480) 771-8213) was contacted and it was confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Gold Canyon, AZ, USA

problem #391

May 052017

Sonata 4-cyl

  • 118,000 miles
Rod bearings got thrown and engine seized @ just over the 100,000 warranty. I noticed around 80,000 that I was constantly having to add oil. Service rep. Said normal for every 700-1000 miles. Dealer & manufacturer said that repair (replace engine) is not covered. I had to barrow 10,000 to have the engine replaced. Since the replacement the repaired engine began doing the same thing. My mechanic began checking the plugs every time I took the car in for a oil change (every 5,000 to 7,000 miles) and found that oil is causing the plugs to foul out and so I have to replace those every 10,000 miles to avoid constant miss-firing and possible fire. The buareu of automotive repair has met with the dealership on the original engine failure and on the current problem (which is a repeat). The first meeting the dealer told the rep. If I could come up with the 1 oil change receipt I was missing, they would then pay for the repair. They already knew I was unsuccessful in finding that. When the rep meet with the dealer for the current problem, they stated that I have never been to them stating a problem. I have been taking my car to a mechanic (truecar care in cameron park, ca). My trust in the dealership to do the right thing was lost a long time ago. I'm disabled and live on ssi. I can't afford another engine replacement, or the cost of purchasing another car. I'm begging you to please help me get justice with Hyundai. My stress level can't take much more. My supplemental income over the last 3 years has been lost due to this problem. (I drove for lyft & uber) vehicle is always in motion, street or highway. Please feel free to contact me @ [xxx]. my sister was present with me when I spoke to the svc. Mgr. For the engine replacement when he told me I was getting a new engine and would not encounter the same problem. Date of first failure is apprx. Information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- El Dorado Hills, CA, USA

problem #390

Nov 022020

Sonata

  • 230,000 miles
My car's engine caught fire due to a Hyundai fuel line/ engine recall

- Coral Springs, FL, USA

problem #389

Oct 012020

Sonata

  • 140,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph. The vehicle loss motive power and stalled. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the engine was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer inland empire Hyundai located at 25072 redlands blvd, loma linda, ca 92354, was notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 17V226000 (engine and engine cooling). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the same failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 140,000.

- Banning, CA, USA

problem #388

Nov 212020

Sonata

  • 174,000 miles
Back in may of 2020 my car out of the blew lost power and my check engine light started flashing. I immediately pulled over, I got my car towed to my closet dealership and they stated it was the computer system. 4 months later, three days after my oil change my car completely shuts off and my engine started making this crazy noise. Dealerships says my enigne is blown, I really dont understand how that happened. They want 6,000 to fix my engine and I cannot afford that especially now. Theres something really wrong with these engines and its not safe nor fair to what yall are doing to people. I was even told by the dealership the Sonatas have really bad engines.

- Roanoke, VA, USA

problem #387

Nov 192020

Sonata

  • 156,000 miles
My engine was recently replaced due to a settlement agreement due to faulty engine which died, this occurred in October 2020 and I received my vehicle back two weeks ago with a new engine. Last night on 11/19/2020 the engine in my vehicle burst into flames while I was parked in a restaurant parking lot. The engine caught fire with no notice and I had to contact the fire department to put the fire out.

- Dumfries, VA, USA

problem #386

Jan 122019

Sonata

  • 98,000 miles
My car take more engine oil every 400 miles my car need 1.5 liters engine oil and my steering some time stuck and we feel not safe for driving.

- Ithaca, NY, USA

problem #385

Nov 112020

Sonata

  • 151,000 miles
While the car was in motion, the warning sign came on the display with the following message: Hybrid system failure. Stop. Do not drive. Less than 10 seconds after the warning, the car lost power and stalled in the middle of the street. There was not enough time to pull the car to safety.

- Riverside, CA, USA

problem #384

Nov 092020

Sonata

  • 170,000 miles
Check engine light flashing, vehicle will not go over 20 miles per hour and jumps. Started suddenly when in motion on road.

- Wickenburg, AZ, USA

problem #383

Nov 012020

Sonata

  • 123,900 miles
Anytime car is running stationary or in motion its a thick white/gray smoke coming from my exost engine rumbles as well.

- Bethlehem, PA, USA

problem #382

Jul 012020

Sonata

  • 75,000 miles
Vehicle is burning excessive amounts of oil. We are adding a quart of oil every 500 miles. Oil is not leaking from the vehicle.

- Turnersville, NJ, USA

problem #381

Jan 202020

Sonata

  • 51,760 miles
The engine stopped in my car, and there was a knock as the car moved at a speed of 30 miles. I found information on the internet that my car is subject to nhttsa recall # 17V226000, campain 162, due to defective engines. Hyundai ukraine rejected my request to consider the complaint about the engine stop, as the engine is made in the usa, and Hyundai ukraine has nothing to do with cars produced and sold outside of ukraine. Hyundai ukraine stated that Hyundai does not cover cars worldwide with a guarantee. Speaking of responsibility for the quality of their products, I would like to say thank you to Jeep, they have a guarantee all over the world. If necessary, contact me via mail, I will give my phone number. To register a complaint, you needed a phone from the United States. I wrote the number of my friends, they do not know about my complaint. Don't disturb them about

- Odesa, MA, USA

problem #380

Apr 232020

Sonata

  • miles
Every time that I drive my vehicle my car stalls and it almost cause me to wreck. I had fuel pump problem in which I spent over $1,000 to get fixed is still having issues and the Hyundai will not refund me my money knowing that the fuel pump has a recall. They have constantly been giving me the run around.

- Memphis, TN, USA

problem #379

Oct 042020

Sonata

  • 154,000 miles
My vehicle only has over 150,000 miles on it and I kept up my maintenance. My engine has seized more than once. My vehicle never let me know I was on empty, my dashboard showed me I had 3 lines of fuel but it would not start until I put gas. While I was driving my engine seized, I checked my oil and I had zero fuel, this was a month after my oil change. The second time my engine seized I was turning on a city street and I had to pull over because my engine seized again. For some reason, my fuel just disappears with no visible leaks.

- Salida, CA, USA

problem #378

Jul 132013

Sonata

  • miles
Urgent. 1) defective engine per Hyundai's admission. I will not accept a software 'bandaid' approach to patch to my main ECM to resolve this problem. I did go in to sheppard motors to get this bandaid applied to my car. This is a bandaid, and shame on Hyundai. My engine is warrantied through July 2023. I've been around. 2) my car is brand new, with only 27,400 miles on her 3) the latest recall on both the low and high pressure fuel line/ hoses etc. Should I wait for a fire here? dear NHTSA: Please look up all of the recalls and extended warranties on my vehicle. Unacceptable to me. I believe that no quality control whatsoever was practiced and applied on the factory production lines. Hyundai Focus -- big money. Pressuring factory workers to put in any part they can find. I have some stories here about the audio system on my car that will absolutely blow your collective minds. I've been around. 4) Hyundai long since sent me extended warranties on a) the entire engine B) brake pedal stopper C) front coil springs D) seat belt tensioners (drivers tensioner was already replaced, and yet, it still does not retract completely when exiting the vehicle pray tell, what gives Hyundai" new car here. My greatest concerns about this new car that I paid for in cash -- and was defrauded in that process as well -- I could have bought a Honda for much less, and never have any problems. I am rather frustrated here and pray for government advocacy and intervention. Thank you so very much. #1 I need a brand new motor, the whole motor, which has been thoroughly quality control tested and proven, and which has been completely tested. My motor is very, very noisy. So, do I wait for the rod bearings to fail completely and stall out my car, causing a fatal crash" #2 I need both my low and high pressure fuel lines and hoses, etc. Replaced

- Veneta, OR, USA

problem #377

May 152020

Sonata

  • 122,007 miles
While I was driving on a street city about 35mph the engine died then a minor electrical fire started.

- Merrillville, IN, USA

problem #376

Mar 152020

Sonata

  • 109,274 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that upon inspection of his vehicle, he became aware that the engine oil was being consumed excessively, without warning. The contact took the vehicle to eastern shore Hyundai (29736 frederick blvd, daphne, al 36526) for an oil consumption test and the test determined that the engine needed to be repaired or replaced. The dealer initially offered no assistance but after contacting the office of Consumer Affairs, the dealer offered 75% off the cost of a new engine. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 109,274.

- Loxley, AL, USA

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