Complaints & Recalls
Official Safety Recalls - Important!
7 RecallsThese are official manufacturer recalls ordered by NHTSA for safety defects. If you own this vehicle, contact your dealer immediately for free repairs.
Hyundai Motor America
Safety Issue:
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Sonata, 2016-2017 Sonata Hybrid, and Sonata Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The Smart Junction Box (SJB) software logic may not properly interpret the signals received from the multifunction switch, which could cause the turn signal to activate in the opposite direction of what the driver intended.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: 210
Recall Date: Sep 24, 2021
Hyundai Motor America
Safety Issue:
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Sonata and Genesis vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the warning light to indicate that the parking brake is applied may intermittently not illuminate in the dash due to corrosion in the switch.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Mfg Campaign: 164
Recall Date: Jun 5, 2017
Hyundai Motor America
Safety Issue:
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicles manufactured December 8, 2014, to August 18, 2015, and Hyundai Sonata vehicles manufactured May 28, 2014, to March 18, 2016, equipped with the panoramic sunroof option. Due to a bonding issue with the sunroof wind deflector, the sunroof panel on the affected vehicles may detach while driving.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Mfg Campaign: 152
Recall Date: Oct 11, 2016
Hyundai Motor America
Safety Issue:
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016 Sonata vehicles manufactured March 28, 2016 through April 12, 2016. The affected vehicles have a driver-side frontal air bag that may not adequately protect the driver's neck from injury in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Mfg Campaign: 148
Recall Date: Aug 24, 2016
Hyundai Motor America
Safety Issue:
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Sonata vehicles manufactured May 29, 2014 to February 11, 2016, 2017 Elantra vehicles manufactured January 12, 2016 to February 22, 2016, and one 2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicle manufactured October 15, 2015. In these vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag may be missing a chemical enhancer required for the second stage air bag deployment, resulting in the second stage not deploying in certain crashes. The primary stage will deploy as intended.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Mfg Campaign: 144
Recall Date: Apr 21, 2016
Hyundai Motor America
Safety Issue:
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Sonata vehicles manufactured May 28, 2014, to August 21, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with an Antilock Braking System (ABS) warning light intended to warn the driver if there is an ABS malfunction. In the event of an ABS malfunction, the Brake System warning light will illuminate, but the ABS warning light will not illuminate. Since the vehicles have ABS malfunction lights that do not illuminate, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Mfg Campaign: 134
Recall Date: Oct 20, 2015
Consumer Complaints
875 ComplaintsHyundai Motor America
Defect Description:
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving, there was an abnormal burning smell detected. The police pulled the contact over, who informed her the headlights were blown. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed the wiring harness was melted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 82,459. The VIN was not available.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving, there was an abnormal burning smell detected. The police pulled the contact over, who informed her the headlights were blown. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed the wiring harness was melted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 82,459. The VIN was not available.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving, there was an abnormal burning smell detected. The police pulled the contact over, who informed her the headlights were blown. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed the wiring harness was melted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 82,459. The VIN was not available.
Mfg Campaign: 11452129
Recall Date: Feb 15, 2022
Hyundai Motor America
Defect Description:
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Potential Consequences:
The vehicle continually melts fuses for the interior lighting. Dealer said that they can not find any issues. This can potentially turn into an electrical fire. This has happened multiple times.
Corrective Action:
The vehicle continually melts fuses for the interior lighting. Dealer said that they can not find any issues. This can potentially turn into an electrical fire. This has happened multiple times.
Additional Notes:
The vehicle continually melts fuses for the interior lighting. Dealer said that they can not find any issues. This can potentially turn into an electrical fire. This has happened multiple times.
Mfg Campaign: 11451747
Recall Date: Feb 13, 2022
Hyundai Motor America
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
Left car parked at airport for 3 days came back car was fine for 2 days. On day 3 car went into limp mode and started knocking at the engine! Took it yo dealership and they said I was loosing oil. It was 2 weeks after a full oil change. They cleared the codes and refilled the oil! Drove 5 miles down the road, same thing! Changed throttle body, new spark plugs. New knock sensor and drove for 3 days after that and same issue came back!
Corrective Action:
Left car parked at airport for 3 days came back car was fine for 2 days. On day 3 car went into limp mode and started knocking at the engine! Took it yo dealership and they said I was loosing oil. It was 2 weeks after a full oil change. They cleared the codes and refilled the oil! Drove 5 miles down the road, same thing! Changed throttle body, new spark plugs. New knock sensor and drove for 3 days after that and same issue came back!
Additional Notes:
Left car parked at airport for 3 days came back car was fine for 2 days. On day 3 car went into limp mode and started knocking at the engine! Took it yo dealership and they said I was loosing oil. It was 2 weeks after a full oil change. They cleared the codes and refilled the oil! Drove 5 miles down the road, same thing! Changed throttle body, new spark plugs. New knock sensor and drove for 3 days after that and same issue came back!
Mfg Campaign: 11451795
Recall Date: Feb 13, 2022
Hyundai Motor America
Defect Description:
POWER TRAIN
Potential Consequences:
On Tuesday February 1st 2022, I was driving home from work on the interstate doing 70mph when my engine shut off. There was no warning lights ...nothing. By the grace of God I was able to pull over on the right shoulder without getting in an accident. That was TOTALLY unacceptable! Scared me to death! Come to find out the the engine blew! I babied this car which only had 104,000 miles. Hyundai knows about this problem and have done nothing to help compensate the owners of these . I have five kids and it is going to cost me 6,000 dollars for another engine. That cost includes labor as well. If you ever wanted to fight for the little guy, now is the time! Thank you in advance!
Corrective Action:
On Tuesday February 1st 2022, I was driving home from work on the interstate doing 70mph when my engine shut off. There was no warning lights ...nothing. By the grace of God I was able to pull over on the right shoulder without getting in an accident. That was TOTALLY unacceptable! Scared me to death! Come to find out the the engine blew! I babied this car which only had 104,000 miles. Hyundai knows about this problem and have done nothing to help compensate the owners of these . I have five kids and it is going to cost me 6,000 dollars for another engine. That cost includes labor as well. If you ever wanted to fight for the little guy, now is the time! Thank you in advance!
Additional Notes:
On Tuesday February 1st 2022, I was driving home from work on the interstate doing 70mph when my engine shut off. There was no warning lights ...nothing. By the grace of God I was able to pull over on the right shoulder without getting in an accident. That was TOTALLY unacceptable! Scared me to death! Come to find out the the engine blew! I babied this car which only had 104,000 miles. Hyundai knows about this problem and have done nothing to help compensate the owners of these . I have five kids and it is going to cost me 6,000 dollars for another engine. That cost includes labor as well. If you ever wanted to fight for the little guy, now is the time! Thank you in advance!
Mfg Campaign: 11451700
Recall Date: Feb 12, 2022
Hyundai Motor America
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
Oil light came on when vehicle was almost out of oil. Engine could have seized Dealer says it is out of warranty because I am 2nd owner. 100,000 power train warrenty defaults to 60,000 for 2nd owner. Problem occurred just under 70,000. Warning oil light came on for the first time ever at 69,000 miles. Came on again after getting an oil change at 3,000 miles. Took 3 quarts to fill back to full. Engine now burns oil and must be refilled with nearly 2 quarts every 1000 miles.
Corrective Action:
Oil light came on when vehicle was almost out of oil. Engine could have seized Dealer says it is out of warranty because I am 2nd owner. 100,000 power train warrenty defaults to 60,000 for 2nd owner. Problem occurred just under 70,000. Warning oil light came on for the first time ever at 69,000 miles. Came on again after getting an oil change at 3,000 miles. Took 3 quarts to fill back to full. Engine now burns oil and must be refilled with nearly 2 quarts every 1000 miles.
Additional Notes:
Oil light came on when vehicle was almost out of oil. Engine could have seized Dealer says it is out of warranty because I am 2nd owner. 100,000 power train warrenty defaults to 60,000 for 2nd owner. Problem occurred just under 70,000. Warning oil light came on for the first time ever at 69,000 miles. Came on again after getting an oil change at 3,000 miles. Took 3 quarts to fill back to full. Engine now burns oil and must be refilled with nearly 2 quarts every 1000 miles.
Mfg Campaign: 11451381
Recall Date: Feb 10, 2022
Hyundai Motor America
Defect Description:
POWER TRAIN
Potential Consequences:
Oil light came on when vehicle was almost out of oil. Engine could have seized Dealer says it is out of warranty because I am 2nd owner. 100,000 power train warrenty defaults to 60,000 for 2nd owner. Problem occurred just under 70,000. Warning oil light came on for the first time ever at 69,000 miles. Came on again after getting an oil change at 3,000 miles. Took 3 quarts to fill back to full. Engine now burns oil and must be refilled with nearly 2 quarts every 1000 miles.
Corrective Action:
Oil light came on when vehicle was almost out of oil. Engine could have seized Dealer says it is out of warranty because I am 2nd owner. 100,000 power train warrenty defaults to 60,000 for 2nd owner. Problem occurred just under 70,000. Warning oil light came on for the first time ever at 69,000 miles. Came on again after getting an oil change at 3,000 miles. Took 3 quarts to fill back to full. Engine now burns oil and must be refilled with nearly 2 quarts every 1000 miles.
Additional Notes:
Oil light came on when vehicle was almost out of oil. Engine could have seized Dealer says it is out of warranty because I am 2nd owner. 100,000 power train warrenty defaults to 60,000 for 2nd owner. Problem occurred just under 70,000. Warning oil light came on for the first time ever at 69,000 miles. Came on again after getting an oil change at 3,000 miles. Took 3 quarts to fill back to full. Engine now burns oil and must be refilled with nearly 2 quarts every 1000 miles.
Mfg Campaign: 11451381
Recall Date: Feb 10, 2022
Hyundai Motor America
Defect Description:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V749000 (Exterior Lighting, Electrical System). The contact stated months later, the driver’s and passenger’s headlight fault warning lights were illuminated. The contact called local dealers; Freeman Hyundai (1800 Airport Fwy, Irving, TX 75062: (972) 438-2121), AutoNation Hyundai North Richland Hills (7724 NE Loop 820, North Richland Hills, TX 76180: (817) 953-6549) and Van Hyundai (1301 S Interstate 35E, Carrollton, TX 75006: (972) 437-8334) and was informed that the earliest available appointment would be in 8 weeks. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V749000 (Exterior Lighting, Electrical System). The contact stated months later, the driver’s and passenger’s headlight fault warning lights were illuminated. The contact called local dealers; Freeman Hyundai (1800 Airport Fwy, Irving, TX 75062: (972) 438-2121), AutoNation Hyundai North Richland Hills (7724 NE Loop 820, North Richland Hills, TX 76180: (817) 953-6549) and Van Hyundai (1301 S Interstate 35E, Carrollton, TX 75006: (972) 437-8334) and was informed that the earliest available appointment would be in 8 weeks. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V749000 (Exterior Lighting, Electrical System). The contact stated months later, the driver’s and passenger’s headlight fault warning lights were illuminated. The contact called local dealers; Freeman Hyundai (1800 Airport Fwy, Irving, TX 75062: (972) 438-2121), AutoNation Hyundai North Richland Hills (7724 NE Loop 820, North Richland Hills, TX 76180: (817) 953-6549) and Van Hyundai (1301 S Interstate 35E, Carrollton, TX 75006: (972) 437-8334) and was informed that the earliest available appointment would be in 8 weeks. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
Mfg Campaign: 11450767
Recall Date: Feb 7, 2022
Hyundai Motor America
Defect Description:
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Potential Consequences:
The hybrid system shuts down while operating, gives warning "Check Hybrid System, Turn off Engine" This has happened twice. Both times the dealership cleared the codes and can't duplicate the issue at their facility. One time this happened while traveling approx 70mph causing the car to immediately decelerate which is a potential safety issue.
Corrective Action:
The hybrid system shuts down while operating, gives warning "Check Hybrid System, Turn off Engine" This has happened twice. Both times the dealership cleared the codes and can't duplicate the issue at their facility. One time this happened while traveling approx 70mph causing the car to immediately decelerate which is a potential safety issue.
Additional Notes:
The hybrid system shuts down while operating, gives warning "Check Hybrid System, Turn off Engine" This has happened twice. Both times the dealership cleared the codes and can't duplicate the issue at their facility. One time this happened while traveling approx 70mph causing the car to immediately decelerate which is a potential safety issue.
Mfg Campaign: 11450790
Recall Date: Feb 7, 2022
Hyundai Motor America
Defect Description:
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a knocking sound, and the vehicle lost motive power. Additionally, the vehicle consumed an excessive amount of oil, and there was a smoke odor detected. The check engine, oil, and two other unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on three separate occasions; however, the dealer could not duplicate the failure. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic and diagnosed with engine failure. The vehicle was not repaired and will be towed back to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that they would call back. The failure mileage was unknown.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a knocking sound, and the vehicle lost motive power. Additionally, the vehicle consumed an excessive amount of oil, and there was a smoke odor detected. The check engine, oil, and two other unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on three separate occasions; however, the dealer could not duplicate the failure. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic and diagnosed with engine failure. The vehicle was not repaired and will be towed back to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that they would call back. The failure mileage was unknown.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a knocking sound, and the vehicle lost motive power. Additionally, the vehicle consumed an excessive amount of oil, and there was a smoke odor detected. The check engine, oil, and two other unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on three separate occasions; however, the dealer could not duplicate the failure. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic and diagnosed with engine failure. The vehicle was not repaired and will be towed back to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that they would call back. The failure mileage was unknown.
Mfg Campaign: 11449802
Recall Date: Feb 1, 2022
Hyundai Motor America
Defect Description:
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Potential Consequences:
The report is wrong i never hit the suv from the back aldo both hits on vehicles or on my driver's side and his rare back passenger side. I never did my report since i was in the ambulance the hole time and nver said my part of the story i was in pain and went to sleep
Corrective Action:
The report is wrong i never hit the suv from the back aldo both hits on vehicles or on my driver's side and his rare back passenger side. I never did my report since i was in the ambulance the hole time and nver said my part of the story i was in pain and went to sleep
Additional Notes:
The report is wrong i never hit the suv from the back aldo both hits on vehicles or on my driver's side and his rare back passenger side. I never did my report since i was in the ambulance the hole time and nver said my part of the story i was in pain and went to sleep
Mfg Campaign: 11449161
Recall Date: Jan 27, 2022
Hyundai Motor America
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to pull over in a parking lot. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic where it was diagnosed with needing the engine replaced. The vehicle was then towed to a local dealer where it was diagnosed with needing the engine replaced however, the vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then towed back to the local mechanic but was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and the contact was awaiting a response. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to pull over in a parking lot. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic where it was diagnosed with needing the engine replaced. The vehicle was then towed to a local dealer where it was diagnosed with needing the engine replaced however, the vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then towed back to the local mechanic but was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and the contact was awaiting a response. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to pull over in a parking lot. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic where it was diagnosed with needing the engine replaced. The vehicle was then towed to a local dealer where it was diagnosed with needing the engine replaced however, the vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then towed back to the local mechanic but was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and the contact was awaiting a response. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
Mfg Campaign: 11449008
Recall Date: Jan 26, 2022
Hyundai Motor America
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
Excessive oil consumption and burned oil smell coming from engine under 100,000 miles. Dealership states that the car needs the engine replaced. Hyundai denied claim to pay for engine replacement.
Corrective Action:
Excessive oil consumption and burned oil smell coming from engine under 100,000 miles. Dealership states that the car needs the engine replaced. Hyundai denied claim to pay for engine replacement.
Additional Notes:
Excessive oil consumption and burned oil smell coming from engine under 100,000 miles. Dealership states that the car needs the engine replaced. Hyundai denied claim to pay for engine replacement.
Mfg Campaign: 11448359
Recall Date: Jan 21, 2022
Hyundai Motor America
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
The engine caught on fire while driving. Beginning back in June 2021, the CEL came on and placed the car into limp mode. Code P1326 was generated. Mileage at 91,220. Dealership confirmed engine bearing clearance test passed. Since then needed to add 1 to 1-1/2 quarts of oil every 1000 miles. Second CEL light came on in Nov 2021 and car went into limp mode. Code P1326 was generated again. Dealership confirmed engine bearing clearance test passed. Hyundai Corporate was contacted by the dealership to determine if engine can be changed out. It was declined. On 1/20/22, the car engine caught on fire with a likely total loss. No CEL was seen prior to this occurring. Approx. Mileage 100300
Corrective Action:
The engine caught on fire while driving. Beginning back in June 2021, the CEL came on and placed the car into limp mode. Code P1326 was generated. Mileage at 91,220. Dealership confirmed engine bearing clearance test passed. Since then needed to add 1 to 1-1/2 quarts of oil every 1000 miles. Second CEL light came on in Nov 2021 and car went into limp mode. Code P1326 was generated again. Dealership confirmed engine bearing clearance test passed. Hyundai Corporate was contacted by the dealership to determine if engine can be changed out. It was declined. On 1/20/22, the car engine caught on fire with a likely total loss. No CEL was seen prior to this occurring. Approx. Mileage 100300
Additional Notes:
The engine caught on fire while driving. Beginning back in June 2021, the CEL came on and placed the car into limp mode. Code P1326 was generated. Mileage at 91,220. Dealership confirmed engine bearing clearance test passed. Since then needed to add 1 to 1-1/2 quarts of oil every 1000 miles. Second CEL light came on in Nov 2021 and car went into limp mode. Code P1326 was generated again. Dealership confirmed engine bearing clearance test passed. Hyundai Corporate was contacted by the dealership to determine if engine can be changed out. It was declined. On 1/20/22, the car engine caught on fire with a likely total loss. No CEL was seen prior to this occurring. Approx. Mileage 100300
Mfg Campaign: 11448255
Recall Date: Jan 20, 2022
Hyundai Motor America
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. Then, the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the failure was related to an unknown recall. The vehicle was towed back to the contact's residence. Then, the vehicle was towed to the dealer who diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The dealer sent the diagnostic report to the manufacturer who advised that they would not cover the repair as the vehicle was out of warranty. The contact followed up with the manufacturer and a case was opened. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 130,966.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. Then, the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the failure was related to an unknown recall. The vehicle was towed back to the contact's residence. Then, the vehicle was towed to the dealer who diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The dealer sent the diagnostic report to the manufacturer who advised that they would not cover the repair as the vehicle was out of warranty. The contact followed up with the manufacturer and a case was opened. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 130,966.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. Then, the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the failure was related to an unknown recall. The vehicle was towed back to the contact's residence. Then, the vehicle was towed to the dealer who diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The dealer sent the diagnostic report to the manufacturer who advised that they would not cover the repair as the vehicle was out of warranty. The contact followed up with the manufacturer and a case was opened. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 130,966.
Mfg Campaign: 11447391
Recall Date: Jan 13, 2022
Hyundai Motor America
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
This vehicle continues use oil. I have had the valve cover gaskets replaced twice, yet the vehicle consumes about a half quart of oil each week.
Corrective Action:
This vehicle continues use oil. I have had the valve cover gaskets replaced twice, yet the vehicle consumes about a half quart of oil each week.
Additional Notes:
This vehicle continues use oil. I have had the valve cover gaskets replaced twice, yet the vehicle consumes about a half quart of oil each week.
Mfg Campaign: 11447014
Recall Date: Jan 11, 2022
Hyundai Motor America
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
I purchased my '16 Sonata as a Certified Pre-Owned vehicle. It was 1 yr old, with roughly 36k mi on the odo. I bought it from Huntington Beach Hyundai, who showed me the Car Fax that it's CPO. They promised Hundai CPOs get what left on the 10 yr, 100k mi powertrain warranty. I've been doing oil changes per manufacturer recommendations since purchase. At roughly 40k to 60k on the odo, I noticed the car was burning a lot of engine oil. I brought my car to my local Hyundai service center, Tustin Hyundai, who told me 1 qt every 1k mi is normal. I thought it was a lot, but Tustin Hyundai told me there was nothing wrong with the car. Sometime after, I received mail about the Theta 2 engine recall to get the knock sensor install/update, and read about the risk of engine explosion/fire. I promptly got it done. Around this time, I read on Hyundai owner forums that excessive oil consumption is a precursor symptom to catastrophic engine failure. Sometime later, I noticed my car was burning a lot of oil, even more than before. I estimated at least 2 qts every 1k mi. I brought my car to Tustin Hyundai at roughly 75k mi on the odo. They started an oil consumption test, comprised of 3 oil level readings, each one every 1k mi. My car failed the first two. After the 2nd, my car stayed at Tustin Hyundai overnight to get a combustion chamber clean done. Tustin Hyundai told me doing so will solve the problem. Few months later, I noticed my engine was back to even more excessive oil consumption. I estimated at least 3~4 qts per 1k mi. I brought my car to Tustin Hyundai again, with roughly 80k mi on the odo. They said Hyundai corporate is rejecting all further service because my car isn't CPO, and that I ran out of powertrain warranty at 5 yr/60k mi. I called Huntington Beach Hyundai, who confirmed my car is CPO, and still has the 10/100 powertrain warranty. But Hyundai corporate, through 2~3 national case managers, told me I am out of powertrain warranty, and not covered.
Corrective Action:
I purchased my '16 Sonata as a Certified Pre-Owned vehicle. It was 1 yr old, with roughly 36k mi on the odo. I bought it from Huntington Beach Hyundai, who showed me the Car Fax that it's CPO. They promised Hundai CPOs get what left on the 10 yr, 100k mi powertrain warranty. I've been doing oil changes per manufacturer recommendations since purchase. At roughly 40k to 60k on the odo, I noticed the car was burning a lot of engine oil. I brought my car to my local Hyundai service center, Tustin Hyundai, who told me 1 qt every 1k mi is normal. I thought it was a lot, but Tustin Hyundai told me there was nothing wrong with the car. Sometime after, I received mail about the Theta 2 engine recall to get the knock sensor install/update, and read about the risk of engine explosion/fire. I promptly got it done. Around this time, I read on Hyundai owner forums that excessive oil consumption is a precursor symptom to catastrophic engine failure. Sometime later, I noticed my car was burning a lot of oil, even more than before. I estimated at least 2 qts every 1k mi. I brought my car to Tustin Hyundai at roughly 75k mi on the odo. They started an oil consumption test, comprised of 3 oil level readings, each one every 1k mi. My car failed the first two. After the 2nd, my car stayed at Tustin Hyundai overnight to get a combustion chamber clean done. Tustin Hyundai told me doing so will solve the problem. Few months later, I noticed my engine was back to even more excessive oil consumption. I estimated at least 3~4 qts per 1k mi. I brought my car to Tustin Hyundai again, with roughly 80k mi on the odo. They said Hyundai corporate is rejecting all further service because my car isn't CPO, and that I ran out of powertrain warranty at 5 yr/60k mi. I called Huntington Beach Hyundai, who confirmed my car is CPO, and still has the 10/100 powertrain warranty. But Hyundai corporate, through 2~3 national case managers, told me I am out of powertrain warranty, and not covered.
Additional Notes:
I purchased my '16 Sonata as a Certified Pre-Owned vehicle. It was 1 yr old, with roughly 36k mi on the odo. I bought it from Huntington Beach Hyundai, who showed me the Car Fax that it's CPO. They promised Hundai CPOs get what left on the 10 yr, 100k mi powertrain warranty. I've been doing oil changes per manufacturer recommendations since purchase. At roughly 40k to 60k on the odo, I noticed the car was burning a lot of engine oil. I brought my car to my local Hyundai service center, Tustin Hyundai, who told me 1 qt every 1k mi is normal. I thought it was a lot, but Tustin Hyundai told me there was nothing wrong with the car. Sometime after, I received mail about the Theta 2 engine recall to get the knock sensor install/update, and read about the risk of engine explosion/fire. I promptly got it done. Around this time, I read on Hyundai owner forums that excessive oil consumption is a precursor symptom to catastrophic engine failure. Sometime later, I noticed my car was burning a lot of oil, even more than before. I estimated at least 2 qts every 1k mi. I brought my car to Tustin Hyundai at roughly 75k mi on the odo. They started an oil consumption test, comprised of 3 oil level readings, each one every 1k mi. My car failed the first two. After the 2nd, my car stayed at Tustin Hyundai overnight to get a combustion chamber clean done. Tustin Hyundai told me doing so will solve the problem. Few months later, I noticed my engine was back to even more excessive oil consumption. I estimated at least 3~4 qts per 1k mi. I brought my car to Tustin Hyundai again, with roughly 80k mi on the odo. They said Hyundai corporate is rejecting all further service because my car isn't CPO, and that I ran out of powertrain warranty at 5 yr/60k mi. I called Huntington Beach Hyundai, who confirmed my car is CPO, and still has the 10/100 powertrain warranty. But Hyundai corporate, through 2~3 national case managers, told me I am out of powertrain warranty, and not covered.
Mfg Campaign: 11446685
Recall Date: Jan 7, 2022
Hyundai Motor America
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle decelerated. The contact was able to continue driving. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing an oil change. The contact stated that he changed the oil 510 miles before taking the vehicle to the dealer. The contact took the vehicle to Crain Hyundai of Fayetteville (1919 Foxglove Dr, Fayetteville, AR 72704, (479)439-9878) and was informed that the vehicle needed an oil change. The vehicle was not repaired but was pending repairs. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V746000 (Engine) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 105,559.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle decelerated. The contact was able to continue driving. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing an oil change. The contact stated that he changed the oil 510 miles before taking the vehicle to the dealer. The contact took the vehicle to Crain Hyundai of Fayetteville (1919 Foxglove Dr, Fayetteville, AR 72704, (479)439-9878) and was informed that the vehicle needed an oil change. The vehicle was not repaired but was pending repairs. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V746000 (Engine) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 105,559.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle decelerated. The contact was able to continue driving. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing an oil change. The contact stated that he changed the oil 510 miles before taking the vehicle to the dealer. The contact took the vehicle to Crain Hyundai of Fayetteville (1919 Foxglove Dr, Fayetteville, AR 72704, (479)439-9878) and was informed that the vehicle needed an oil change. The vehicle was not repaired but was pending repairs. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V746000 (Engine) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 105,559.
Mfg Campaign: 11446301
Recall Date: Jan 5, 2022
Hyundai Motor America
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
Purchased the 2016 Sonata approximately four months ago. Was not told that Hyundai had a problem with the engine in this year and model. I have now learned that NHTSA is involved in this matter because there have been several engine fires. My car is rapidly burning through motor oil. While it is not smoking there is a light smell of burning oil. Reluctantly the dealership is promising to fix it but has yet taken steps to do so. FOREMOST, IS IT SAFE TO CONTINUE DRIVING THIS CAR? Further, can the engine be repaired or should it be replaced. A prompt response would be greatly appreciated!
Corrective Action:
Purchased the 2016 Sonata approximately four months ago. Was not told that Hyundai had a problem with the engine in this year and model. I have now learned that NHTSA is involved in this matter because there have been several engine fires. My car is rapidly burning through motor oil. While it is not smoking there is a light smell of burning oil. Reluctantly the dealership is promising to fix it but has yet taken steps to do so. FOREMOST, IS IT SAFE TO CONTINUE DRIVING THIS CAR? Further, can the engine be repaired or should it be replaced. A prompt response would be greatly appreciated!
Additional Notes:
Purchased the 2016 Sonata approximately four months ago. Was not told that Hyundai had a problem with the engine in this year and model. I have now learned that NHTSA is involved in this matter because there have been several engine fires. My car is rapidly burning through motor oil. While it is not smoking there is a light smell of burning oil. Reluctantly the dealership is promising to fix it but has yet taken steps to do so. FOREMOST, IS IT SAFE TO CONTINUE DRIVING THIS CAR? Further, can the engine be repaired or should it be replaced. A prompt response would be greatly appreciated!
Mfg Campaign: 11446356
Recall Date: Jan 5, 2022
Hyundai Motor America
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
My car is involved in the class action lawsuit because of engine failure and fire with my 2016 Hyandia Sonota. I have concerns with the above issue because of knocking in the engine and using 1 quart of oil every 400 miles. Hyandia extended the Power train settlement for life time. Yet, they denied to do anything about my car because or 98,700 milage. Dealer said only way Hyandia will do anything if the engine goes out. Hope it just goes out instead of catching fire. Need help, if you settle take care of the customer. Should take care of the customer before settling .
Corrective Action:
My car is involved in the class action lawsuit because of engine failure and fire with my 2016 Hyandia Sonota. I have concerns with the above issue because of knocking in the engine and using 1 quart of oil every 400 miles. Hyandia extended the Power train settlement for life time. Yet, they denied to do anything about my car because or 98,700 milage. Dealer said only way Hyandia will do anything if the engine goes out. Hope it just goes out instead of catching fire. Need help, if you settle take care of the customer. Should take care of the customer before settling .
Additional Notes:
My car is involved in the class action lawsuit because of engine failure and fire with my 2016 Hyandia Sonota. I have concerns with the above issue because of knocking in the engine and using 1 quart of oil every 400 miles. Hyandia extended the Power train settlement for life time. Yet, they denied to do anything about my car because or 98,700 milage. Dealer said only way Hyandia will do anything if the engine goes out. Hope it just goes out instead of catching fire. Need help, if you settle take care of the customer. Should take care of the customer before settling .
Mfg Campaign: 11445763
Recall Date: Dec 31, 2021
Hyundai Motor America
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
took my car to Hyundai at Tustin to check recall car worked fine dec 14 to 15th took my car drove it 4 days started hearing a whistle noise never herd it before then a small taping noise that kicked in when ac was on then when i drove it less then 10 miles the car started to stall and the engine light started flashing then i took it to car max due to having car max toeing plan they took the car now i been in limbo trying to get a diagnostic done on my car when it should of been done when i got my car in for the 1st time for the recall now im car less for 15+ days paying ubers that are 28 bucks a day to get to work when this could of been avoided if they check my car the 1st time and did what the recall commands to inspect the engine and replace it now im getting the run around telling me to check this Hyundai or this one for a appointment to diagnose your car instead of a hand to get me into a rental now i have to either pay CarMax 250 to diagnose the car and do nothing but get me a rental car or wait a other 19 days for jan 19 to get it looked at by Hyundai i spent so much hard earned money to just get nothin offered in terms of ride or assurance just oh it might not be covered cuase something with a 60000 mile warranty they do i was upset that they just talked over me and basicly said damm that suck deal with it its crazy cars shouldn't be this hard to diagnose and and send diagnostic to a other machinic they could use the carmax diagnostic as a refernce but they rather have a customer wait hence why after this car im going full electric this service to repair is a scam to get hard working Americans to shivvel out some more money help me and do a big investigation on this hyundai recall deportment somethings don't add up.
Corrective Action:
took my car to Hyundai at Tustin to check recall car worked fine dec 14 to 15th took my car drove it 4 days started hearing a whistle noise never herd it before then a small taping noise that kicked in when ac was on then when i drove it less then 10 miles the car started to stall and the engine light started flashing then i took it to car max due to having car max toeing plan they took the car now i been in limbo trying to get a diagnostic done on my car when it should of been done when i got my car in for the 1st time for the recall now im car less for 15+ days paying ubers that are 28 bucks a day to get to work when this could of been avoided if they check my car the 1st time and did what the recall commands to inspect the engine and replace it now im getting the run around telling me to check this Hyundai or this one for a appointment to diagnose your car instead of a hand to get me into a rental now i have to either pay CarMax 250 to diagnose the car and do nothing but get me a rental car or wait a other 19 days for jan 19 to get it looked at by Hyundai i spent so much hard earned money to just get nothin offered in terms of ride or assurance just oh it might not be covered cuase something with a 60000 mile warranty they do i was upset that they just talked over me and basicly said damm that suck deal with it its crazy cars shouldn't be this hard to diagnose and and send diagnostic to a other machinic they could use the carmax diagnostic as a refernce but they rather have a customer wait hence why after this car im going full electric this service to repair is a scam to get hard working Americans to shivvel out some more money help me and do a big investigation on this hyundai recall deportment somethings don't add up.
Additional Notes:
took my car to Hyundai at Tustin to check recall car worked fine dec 14 to 15th took my car drove it 4 days started hearing a whistle noise never herd it before then a small taping noise that kicked in when ac was on then when i drove it less then 10 miles the car started to stall and the engine light started flashing then i took it to car max due to having car max toeing plan they took the car now i been in limbo trying to get a diagnostic done on my car when it should of been done when i got my car in for the 1st time for the recall now im car less for 15+ days paying ubers that are 28 bucks a day to get to work when this could of been avoided if they check my car the 1st time and did what the recall commands to inspect the engine and replace it now im getting the run around telling me to check this Hyundai or this one for a appointment to diagnose your car instead of a hand to get me into a rental now i have to either pay CarMax 250 to diagnose the car and do nothing but get me a rental car or wait a other 19 days for jan 19 to get it looked at by Hyundai i spent so much hard earned money to just get nothin offered in terms of ride or assurance just oh it might not be covered cuase something with a 60000 mile warranty they do i was upset that they just talked over me and basicly said damm that suck deal with it its crazy cars shouldn't be this hard to diagnose and and send diagnostic to a other machinic they could use the carmax diagnostic as a refernce but they rather have a customer wait hence why after this car im going full electric this service to repair is a scam to get hard working Americans to shivvel out some more money help me and do a big investigation on this hyundai recall deportment somethings don't add up.
Mfg Campaign: 11445614
Recall Date: Dec 30, 2021
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