The contact owns a 2006 Hyundai Tucson. When the contact looked underneath the vehicle, he noticed that the rear axle was completely rusted. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 178,000. The consumer stated traded in the vehicle due to the defect.

- Fox Lake, IL, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Hyundai Tucson. While driving in reverse, an abnormal noise emitted from the rear of the vehicle. There was a vibration from the vehicle and the contact noticed that the wheels were leaning sideways. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the wheel cradle was rusted and fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000. Updated 01/27/17 the consumer stated the vehicle was repaired at their expense.

- Wittensville, KY, USA