Vehicle was driving perfectly fine, no noises, driving down the interstate with my daughter in the car, the motor locked up and caught on fire. The car turned off on its own and I was able to coast to the side of the road and put out the fire. I contacted numerous dealerships, Hyundai and tried to have the motor replaced due to seeing this recall and was denied saying my VIN did not fall under that recall. So I had to purchase a new motor and pay for installation on my own.

- Plant City, FL, USA

Stopped at a tool booth on a 2 lane highway. When the bar raised to let me through, I accelerated and the car completely died without warning. Fortunately, was able to get to shoulder and call for roadside assistance. Garage car was towed to tried to crank it and got smoke under the hood. Eventually determined that the engine was locked up and needs to be replaced. Engine has just over 90K miles and has had regular oil changes.

- Midlothian, VA, USA

I purchased a 2013 Hyundai Sonata and once it hit a little over 100K miles it started using more and more oil. I'm currently using 1-1.5 quarts every 1000 miles or so. I religiously change the oil but it's either way too low by that time or is almost black. I check my oil every week since I'm a one income household and I take my kids to and from school in it. I maintain it very well and make sure it has the proper oil and other fluids. It's a constant hassle trying to keep it from going low and blowing the motor up. I hope this problem is resolved soon.

- Trion, GA, USA

While driving out of town 2 hours away from home on major highway car suddenly stopped. Had my 3 children in the back and had to get in the middle lane and turn my hazards on and call a town truck. I had to pay 300 dollars to get the car towed home. While searching online I saw a engine recall and several other recalls for the 2013 Hyundai Sonata. I called the Hyundai recall line and they set up an appointment to have the car checked out. I called Hyundai and asked if they had any tow services that they provided, they stated that I would have to pay for tow services so I then payed 60 dollars to have the car towed to Hyundai by aaa which Hyundai advices. Hyundai called and informed me the next day that they put it on the machine and that it was the engine that failed and they would have to order an engine from Hyundai they also informed me that I would be charged 150 dollars for them to get the key fob to work to the car. After Hyundai received the new engine they called and informed me that they are unable to pull the engine in and out of the car due to from end damage which included the radiator, motor blower, and head gasket and that I would have to agree to pay 2895 dollars for them to even put the engine in the car. He asked me if the dealership I bought the car from had reported any wrecks where the front end could be damaged. I then explained to the manager of Hyundai mechanics that I have a clear blue title and in order for there to be a wreck that caused front end damage I would by law have to have a savage title.I was sold the car as is from car lot but was informed there were no accident and had been certified tested. Looking online and speaking with another mechanic I was informed that radiator motor blower and head gasket are are causes due to an car running hot from engine failure.speaking with corporate they made false promises and then declined.

- Bryan, TX, USA

My engine's car start vibrating suddenly a couple of months ago when I reach more less 45 mph. Car's brake system doesn't brake equally, always pulls from one side and I have to be caring of wheel steering due to it'third time I almost crash other car in front of me, cause also doesn't brake good, even I'm pushing all over down.

- Hialeah, FL, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. While driving 65 mph, the engine lost power and seized. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence where the battery was charged and the vehicle was jumpstarted. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The failure mileage was 102,000.

- Ruckersville, VA, USA

0 warning codes and suffered catastrophic engine failure.

- Albuquerque, NM, USA

There has been a engine knocking sound slowly building up and my oil was still 2K miles good. After work Saturday evening as I was driving home it was knocking hard then the engine light started flashing. I got code checked and the code was ' P1326' I need up changing my oil to see it anything would help and it did not. My car won't go past 2K rpms due to 'limp mode' asked my mechanic friend about help and he came over and looked at it. Told me he's had customers with same problems and there is a campaign recall 953 per tsb 18-01- 027 and they got it fixed.

- Arlington, TX, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. While driving, the vehicle suddenly began to sputter and there was a burning odor coming from the engine. In addition, the check engine indicator illuminated and a loud knocking noise came from the engine. The contact pulled the vehicle over to a mall parking lot and later managed to drive to an independent mechanic. The contact called the manufacturer and they provided a case number. The contact was informed to bring the vehicle to key Hyundai of milford (566 bridgeport ave, milford, ct 06460, (203) 877-6820). The vehicle was taken to the same dealer on August 8, 2018 to be repaired per an unknown recall. At that time, the contact was informed that the engine passed the test; therefore, the engine did not need to be replaced. The recall included a warranty extension up to 120,000 miles. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 146,000. The consumer stated the engine was replaced under recall and the throttle body was also replaced.

- Milford, CT, USA

Was driving down the road at regular speed 55mph when the car quit with out any lights coming on or any weird noise after we got off the road we tried starting it again but nothing happened so we had it towed to the nearest garage where we was told the motor was locked up. It has around 124,000.seems to me that this is a occurring problem with this motor and do not understand how they pick and choose which ones are recalled. So what's a person supposed to do when it's your only transportation and your on a fixed income.

- Richwood, WV, USA

Took vehicle for a recall update.to Hyundai of naples Florida.they say its repaired but the vehicle goes into a lymph mode while driving, loses all acceleration power. Almost had a traffic accident due to lack of acceleration.dealer says its ok to drive. I said no its not. Service consultant drove it and experienced the same symptom. They have had my vehicle for over two month and they can repair it. Still in there possession.11/25/19.

- Naples, FL, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. While driving the vehicle, an unknown noise was heard from the engine. The vehicle stalled and all the warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine rod failed. The contact mentioned that the engine sensor was previously repaired at pohanka Hyundai (1770 ritchie station ct, capital heights, md 20743, (301) 899-0480). The vehicle was not taken back to the dealer and was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

- Waldorf, MD, USA

The recall for Hyundai, campaign953 was to install engine software update for all Sonata vehicles from 2011-2018 with a 2.4L gdi. I had the engine recall software update done on 3/26/19. This was intended as a warning system in the event of engine failure. On 4/15/19, while driving on the freeway in los angeles, my engine seized up, and put my life at risk. The software update did not work, and there was no warning at all. If I had not been in the right lane, and able to steer over into a very narrow shoulder of the freeway, I could have been seriously injured or worse. The car was towed to my mechanic's lot near me, since it was a Sunday evening, and Hyundai was not open. The next day, my mechanic did start the car, and said it should be fine to drive it the short distance to the Hyundai dealer, less than 2 miles away, since it was a warranty situation. I got one block, and the engine seized up again. I had it towed the 2 miles to the dealer. They discovered the engine had to be replaced, which took almost 4 weeks. No explanation of the software update failure. Since getting the car back on May 7,2019- I have had total anxiety, and fear the same issue could happen. I had a severe panic attack on the freeway on May 10, that was terrifying, and a friend had to stay on the phone with me until I got to work. I have contacted the Hyundai Corp. Legal dept. Through an attorney, and there has been no satisfaction in compensation or consideration for the fact that due to their faulty engine, and recall software failure, they put my life at risk! the customer care dept. Is the worst I have ever experienced with any company, and I am now at extreme financial loss. The re-sale value has plummeted, and I now have financial stress being forced to get another car I feel safe in. I have lost total confidence in Hyundai. This was a terrible nightmare that is not being resolved! help!

- Sherman Oaks, CA, USA

The engine completely shuts off while driving and/or at a stop. All the lights in the dashboard come on. This has happened on the freeway, on the streets, when I pulled into my driveway, and partially on a train track. The attached picture is just of one of moments I captured on video when the engine died.

- Chatsworth, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. While driving on the interstate at 70 mph, the engine seized. The vehicle was pushed off the road to the shoulder by a highway police vehicle. The vehicle would not restart and was towed to an independent mechanic. The mechanic informed the contact of an unknown recall and stated that the vehicle could not be repaired. The mechanic stated that the motor locked up and the manufacturer was aware of the failure. Five star Hyundai of macon (3010 riverside dr, macon, ga 31210, (478) 345-8927) informed the contact to have the vehicle towed to their facility to be diagnosed. The manufacturer was contacted. The failure mileage was 175,000. Consumer stated defective parts were available at the dealer.

- Sentobia, MS, USA

Driving car it just died no dash lights came on tried to charge start it did not work replaced battery soon as car tried to start smoke everywhere smell of burning wires

- Lebanon, CT, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. While driving on an exit ramp, the vehicle lost power and the check engine indicator flashed. The contact was able to steer the vehicle and coast to the side of the road. After waiting for ten minutes, the contact restarted the vehicle, but it shut off four times before he reached his destination. The vehicle was taken to sheehy Hyundai of waldorf (2910 crain highway, waldorf, md 20601, (301) 812-3318) where it was kept for a month and the battery was replaced. The contact was able to get a loaner vehicle after much hassling. The failure recurred four weeks later and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer. The manufacturer had not been contacted. The failure mileage was unknown.

- Clinton, MD, USA

Driving down the road at about 55 mph and the car quit didn't make no noise or anything wouldn't start back so had it towed to the nearest garage and they said the motor was locked

- Richwood, WV, USA

Knocking sound from engine an no getting gas flow

- Garfield, NJ, USA

I was driving at about 30 mph, I came to a turn and when I slowed down I lost power from the engine. The radio and headlights still functioned for a while after but eventually went out. Engine burns oil faster than any other car I have owned, also since I have been driving this car oil is usually always burnt or black from previous oil change.

- Hillside, IL, USA