HYUNDAI SONATA 2016

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Complaints & Recalls

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Official Safety Recalls - Important!

7 Recalls

These 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
NHTSA Campaign: 21V749000 SAFETY RECALL
469.4K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Sep 24, 2021
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:
A turn signal that activates in the opposite direction of what was intended by the driver increases the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Dealers will update the SJB software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 210.
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.

Action Required: Contact your local HYUNDAI dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 210
Notice Date: Nov 19, 2021
Recall Date: Sep 24, 2021
Hyundai Motor America
NHTSA Campaign: 17V359000 SAFETY RECALL
161.1K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Jun 5, 2017
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:
If the parking brake indicator is not illuminated when the parking brake is applied, the driver may operate the vehicle with the parking brake partially engaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 164.
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.

Action Required: Contact your local HYUNDAI dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 164
Notice Date: Aug 4, 2017
Recall Date: Jun 5, 2017
Hyundai Motor America
NHTSA Campaign: 16V726000 SAFETY RECALL
62.8K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Oct 11, 2016
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:
If the sunroof detaches from the vehicle it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will repair the wind deflector anchor plate, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 152.
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.

Action Required: Contact your local HYUNDAI dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 152
Notice Date: Nov 29, 2016
Recall Date: Oct 11, 2016
Hyundai Motor America
NHTSA Campaign: 16V615000 SAFETY RECALL
1K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Aug 24, 2016
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:
A frontal air bag that does not adequately protect the driver's neck may increase their risk of injury in the event of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 148.
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.

Action Required: Contact your local HYUNDAI dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 148
Notice Date: Oct 14, 2016
Recall Date: Aug 24, 2016
Hyundai Motor America
NHTSA Campaign: 16V232000 SAFETY RECALL
33 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Apr 21, 2016
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:
An air bag that does not inflate increases the risk of injury.
FREE Recall Solution:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on May 5,2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 144.
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.

Action Required: Contact your local HYUNDAI dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 144
Notice Date: Jun 15, 2016
Recall Date: Apr 21, 2016
Hyundai Motor America
NHTSA Campaign: 15V678000 SAFETY RECALL
64.7K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Oct 20, 2015
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:
If the driver is alerted there is a brake system malfunction, but not specifically with the ABS system, the driver may operate the vehicle unaware that the vehicle's brakes may lock up during hard braking, increasing the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the ABS control unit software, free of charge. The recall is expected began on November 30, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 134.
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.

Action Required: Contact your local HYUNDAI dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 134
Notice Date: Nov 30, 2015
Recall Date: Oct 20, 2015

Consumer Complaints

875 Complaints
Hyundai Motor America
Campaign: 11433900 Other
Sep 21, 2021
Defect Description:

ENGINE

Potential Consequences:

The engine keeps stalling and the engine light is flashing. The engine burns oil every 1,000 miles and the oil light will illuminate and go away. The dealership has said they fixed the issue but the issue keeps arising with no resolution. This issues is known for all Hyundai's and they are not doing anything about it. My car has stalled out on highways and I don't feel comfortable driving it out of the state.

Corrective Action:

The engine keeps stalling and the engine light is flashing. The engine burns oil every 1,000 miles and the oil light will illuminate and go away. The dealership has said they fixed the issue but the issue keeps arising with no resolution. This issues is known for all Hyundai's and they are not doing anything about it. My car has stalled out on highways and I don't feel comfortable driving it out of the state.

Additional Notes:

The engine keeps stalling and the engine light is flashing. The engine burns oil every 1,000 miles and the oil light will illuminate and go away. The dealership has said they fixed the issue but the issue keeps arising with no resolution. This issues is known for all Hyundai's and they are not doing anything about it. My car has stalled out on highways and I don't feel comfortable driving it out of the state.

Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 11433900
Notice Date: Sep 21, 2021
Recall Date: Sep 21, 2021
Hyundai Motor America
Campaign: 11433900 Other
Sep 21, 2021
Defect Description:

POWER TRAIN

Potential Consequences:

The engine keeps stalling and the engine light is flashing. The engine burns oil every 1,000 miles and the oil light will illuminate and go away. The dealership has said they fixed the issue but the issue keeps arising with no resolution. This issues is known for all Hyundai's and they are not doing anything about it. My car has stalled out on highways and I don't feel comfortable driving it out of the state.

Corrective Action:

The engine keeps stalling and the engine light is flashing. The engine burns oil every 1,000 miles and the oil light will illuminate and go away. The dealership has said they fixed the issue but the issue keeps arising with no resolution. This issues is known for all Hyundai's and they are not doing anything about it. My car has stalled out on highways and I don't feel comfortable driving it out of the state.

Additional Notes:

The engine keeps stalling and the engine light is flashing. The engine burns oil every 1,000 miles and the oil light will illuminate and go away. The dealership has said they fixed the issue but the issue keeps arising with no resolution. This issues is known for all Hyundai's and they are not doing anything about it. My car has stalled out on highways and I don't feel comfortable driving it out of the state.

Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 11433900
Notice Date: Sep 21, 2021
Recall Date: Sep 21, 2021
Hyundai Motor America
Campaign: 11433921 Other
Sep 21, 2021
Defect Description:

SEAT BELTS

Potential Consequences:

Seat belts don't retract properly, and right rear passenger seat belt doesn't function.

Corrective Action:

Seat belts don't retract properly, and right rear passenger seat belt doesn't function.

Additional Notes:

Seat belts don't retract properly, and right rear passenger seat belt doesn't function.

Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 11433921
Notice Date: Sep 21, 2021
Recall Date: Sep 21, 2021
Hyundai Motor America
Campaign: 11433310 Other
Sep 17, 2021
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

Multiple peeling paint issues.

Corrective Action:

Multiple peeling paint issues.

Additional Notes:

Multiple peeling paint issues.

Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 11433310
Notice Date: Sep 17, 2021
Recall Date: Sep 17, 2021
Hyundai Motor America
Campaign: 11432814 Other
Sep 13, 2021
Defect Description:

ENGINE

Potential Consequences:

Car lost power and went into limp mode, it was pretty dangerous. The car is burning a large amount of oil and is making the spark plugs dirty. I have brought the car for about 6 oil consumption tests and Hyundai does nothing to fix it. Engine oil light has come on twice, and even the dealership said that it should not be burning so much oil.

Corrective Action:

Car lost power and went into limp mode, it was pretty dangerous. The car is burning a large amount of oil and is making the spark plugs dirty. I have brought the car for about 6 oil consumption tests and Hyundai does nothing to fix it. Engine oil light has come on twice, and even the dealership said that it should not be burning so much oil.

Additional Notes:

Car lost power and went into limp mode, it was pretty dangerous. The car is burning a large amount of oil and is making the spark plugs dirty. I have brought the car for about 6 oil consumption tests and Hyundai does nothing to fix it. Engine oil light has come on twice, and even the dealership said that it should not be burning so much oil.

Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 11432814
Notice Date: Sep 13, 2021
Recall Date: Sep 13, 2021
Hyundai Motor America
Campaign: 11431748 Other
Sep 4, 2021
Defect Description:

ENGINE

Potential Consequences:

Engine developed spontaneous loud knock and check engine light illuminated while driving at approximately 60mph. Could not continue driving and had to pull over on the side of a busy highway. Had to walk down the side of the busy highway to a safe area. Had vehicle towed to an independent repair shop, vehicle diagnosed with catastrophic engine failure due to failure of internal engine components. Repair shop stated this was a known problem with this particular vehicle and engine and manufacturer should be financially responsible for repairs.

Corrective Action:

Engine developed spontaneous loud knock and check engine light illuminated while driving at approximately 60mph. Could not continue driving and had to pull over on the side of a busy highway. Had to walk down the side of the busy highway to a safe area. Had vehicle towed to an independent repair shop, vehicle diagnosed with catastrophic engine failure due to failure of internal engine components. Repair shop stated this was a known problem with this particular vehicle and engine and manufacturer should be financially responsible for repairs.

Additional Notes:

Engine developed spontaneous loud knock and check engine light illuminated while driving at approximately 60mph. Could not continue driving and had to pull over on the side of a busy highway. Had to walk down the side of the busy highway to a safe area. Had vehicle towed to an independent repair shop, vehicle diagnosed with catastrophic engine failure due to failure of internal engine components. Repair shop stated this was a known problem with this particular vehicle and engine and manufacturer should be financially responsible for repairs.

Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 11431748
Notice Date: Sep 4, 2021
Recall Date: Sep 4, 2021
Hyundai Motor America
Campaign: 11431335 Other
Sep 1, 2021
Defect Description:

ENGINE

Potential Consequences:

The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while his son-in-law was driving 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure however, no further assistance was provided. The manufacturer informed the contact that a software update had not been performed on the vehicle. The failure mileage was unknown.

Corrective Action:

The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while his son-in-law was driving 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure however, no further assistance was provided. The manufacturer informed the contact that a software update had not been performed on the vehicle. The failure mileage was unknown.

Additional Notes:

The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while his son-in-law was driving 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure however, no further assistance was provided. The manufacturer informed the contact that a software update had not been performed on the vehicle. The failure mileage was unknown.

Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 11431335
Notice Date: Sep 1, 2021
Recall Date: Sep 1, 2021
Hyundai Motor America
Campaign: 11431180 Other
3 Vehicles Affected
Aug 31, 2021
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

As I was driving the car to a vacation resort, the car caught fire and was completely destroyed. Myself, adult son, and wife were in the car at the time. We were luckly to get out of the car before it blew up and killed us all. The car was melted down and completed destroyed. This event happened on May 2, 2021 near Pooler, GA. The only warning sign was smoke, then flames. We lost engine, brakes and control. We hit a light pole to stop the car. Police reports and fire department reports were filed.

Corrective Action:

As I was driving the car to a vacation resort, the car caught fire and was completely destroyed. Myself, adult son, and wife were in the car at the time. We were luckly to get out of the car before it blew up and killed us all. The car was melted down and completed destroyed. This event happened on May 2, 2021 near Pooler, GA. The only warning sign was smoke, then flames. We lost engine, brakes and control. We hit a light pole to stop the car. Police reports and fire department reports were filed.

Additional Notes:

As I was driving the car to a vacation resort, the car caught fire and was completely destroyed. Myself, adult son, and wife were in the car at the time. We were luckly to get out of the car before it blew up and killed us all. The car was melted down and completed destroyed. This event happened on May 2, 2021 near Pooler, GA. The only warning sign was smoke, then flames. We lost engine, brakes and control. We hit a light pole to stop the car. Police reports and fire department reports were filed.

Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 11431180
Notice Date: Aug 31, 2021
Recall Date: Aug 31, 2021
Hyundai Motor America
Campaign: 11431058 Other
Aug 30, 2021
Defect Description:

ENGINE

Potential Consequences:

The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the engine was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The oil warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact stated that he had to top off the oil level every 3 weeks with 5 quarts of oil. The contact also stated that while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle began to stall as the check engine light illuminated the instrument panel. Despite the failure, the contact was able to drive the vehicle home. The following day the contact drove the vehicle to a dealer. The contact had the spark plugs replaced by the dealer however, the failure recurred within a year of the repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.

Corrective Action:

The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the engine was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The oil warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact stated that he had to top off the oil level every 3 weeks with 5 quarts of oil. The contact also stated that while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle began to stall as the check engine light illuminated the instrument panel. Despite the failure, the contact was able to drive the vehicle home. The following day the contact drove the vehicle to a dealer. The contact had the spark plugs replaced by the dealer however, the failure recurred within a year of the repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.

Additional Notes:

The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the engine was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The oil warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact stated that he had to top off the oil level every 3 weeks with 5 quarts of oil. The contact also stated that while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle began to stall as the check engine light illuminated the instrument panel. Despite the failure, the contact was able to drive the vehicle home. The following day the contact drove the vehicle to a dealer. The contact had the spark plugs replaced by the dealer however, the failure recurred within a year of the repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.

Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 11431058
Notice Date: Aug 30, 2021
Recall Date: Aug 30, 2021
Hyundai Motor America
Campaign: 11430698 Other
Aug 27, 2021
Defect Description:

ENGINE

Potential Consequences:

Oil light began to turn on when making turns or braking. Took vehicle to location of last oil change, despite only being 2600 miles after the previous oil change and was informed "there was no oil" despite no evidence of any leak. At that rate, I'd be burning a quart of oil every 500 miles. I see there are recalls for this issue on multiple Hyundais including the Sonata, but different years than my 2016 Sonata Sport, and it includes the possibility of an engine fire.

Corrective Action:

Oil light began to turn on when making turns or braking. Took vehicle to location of last oil change, despite only being 2600 miles after the previous oil change and was informed "there was no oil" despite no evidence of any leak. At that rate, I'd be burning a quart of oil every 500 miles. I see there are recalls for this issue on multiple Hyundais including the Sonata, but different years than my 2016 Sonata Sport, and it includes the possibility of an engine fire.

Additional Notes:

Oil light began to turn on when making turns or braking. Took vehicle to location of last oil change, despite only being 2600 miles after the previous oil change and was informed "there was no oil" despite no evidence of any leak. At that rate, I'd be burning a quart of oil every 500 miles. I see there are recalls for this issue on multiple Hyundais including the Sonata, but different years than my 2016 Sonata Sport, and it includes the possibility of an engine fire.

Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 11430698
Notice Date: Aug 27, 2021
Recall Date: Aug 27, 2021
Hyundai Motor America
Campaign: 11430617 Other
Aug 26, 2021
Defect Description:

ENGINE

Potential Consequences:

I accelerated my vehicle onto the busy highway after waiting at the stop sign for passing traffic to clear enough. Getting up to efficient speed for the highway, at ~3000rpms, the oil and engine warning lamps flashed and the car jerked while the rpms abruptly dropped below 1500, slowing the car down. Assuming that a sensor initiated “limp mode” I carefully drove ~100ft with the emergency flashers on to get to a safe place to pull over, preventing the possibility of an accident on the busy highway. I popped the hood, there was an odor similar to something being burned. Temperature gauge did not indicate engine running hot. Checked the oil- it was almost empty. This vehicle was last serviced with ~70,000 miles in May at Hyundai’s service department at the dealership.

Corrective Action:

I accelerated my vehicle onto the busy highway after waiting at the stop sign for passing traffic to clear enough. Getting up to efficient speed for the highway, at ~3000rpms, the oil and engine warning lamps flashed and the car jerked while the rpms abruptly dropped below 1500, slowing the car down. Assuming that a sensor initiated “limp mode” I carefully drove ~100ft with the emergency flashers on to get to a safe place to pull over, preventing the possibility of an accident on the busy highway. I popped the hood, there was an odor similar to something being burned. Temperature gauge did not indicate engine running hot. Checked the oil- it was almost empty. This vehicle was last serviced with ~70,000 miles in May at Hyundai’s service department at the dealership.

Additional Notes:

I accelerated my vehicle onto the busy highway after waiting at the stop sign for passing traffic to clear enough. Getting up to efficient speed for the highway, at ~3000rpms, the oil and engine warning lamps flashed and the car jerked while the rpms abruptly dropped below 1500, slowing the car down. Assuming that a sensor initiated “limp mode” I carefully drove ~100ft with the emergency flashers on to get to a safe place to pull over, preventing the possibility of an accident on the busy highway. I popped the hood, there was an odor similar to something being burned. Temperature gauge did not indicate engine running hot. Checked the oil- it was almost empty. This vehicle was last serviced with ~70,000 miles in May at Hyundai’s service department at the dealership.

Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 11430617
Notice Date: Aug 26, 2021
Recall Date: Aug 26, 2021
Hyundai Motor America
Campaign: 11430228 Other
Aug 23, 2021
Defect Description:

ENGINE

Potential Consequences:

The engine fails before 100,000 miles. Got an error code of P1326 (Wiring inspection/installation and engine replacement and error code P2600. The car suddenly dropped in MPH. Car is sluggish to accelerate and very difficult to go up hill. Little to no power on acceleration. Problem was identified at an independent service center, after inspection, taken to local dealer. Flashing check engine light came on once issue occurred. The engines in the Hyundai Sonatas are poor at best. Multiple people have needed their engines replaced in a very short time.

Corrective Action:

The engine fails before 100,000 miles. Got an error code of P1326 (Wiring inspection/installation and engine replacement and error code P2600. The car suddenly dropped in MPH. Car is sluggish to accelerate and very difficult to go up hill. Little to no power on acceleration. Problem was identified at an independent service center, after inspection, taken to local dealer. Flashing check engine light came on once issue occurred. The engines in the Hyundai Sonatas are poor at best. Multiple people have needed their engines replaced in a very short time.

Additional Notes:

The engine fails before 100,000 miles. Got an error code of P1326 (Wiring inspection/installation and engine replacement and error code P2600. The car suddenly dropped in MPH. Car is sluggish to accelerate and very difficult to go up hill. Little to no power on acceleration. Problem was identified at an independent service center, after inspection, taken to local dealer. Flashing check engine light came on once issue occurred. The engines in the Hyundai Sonatas are poor at best. Multiple people have needed their engines replaced in a very short time.

Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 11430228
Notice Date: Aug 23, 2021
Recall Date: Aug 23, 2021
Hyundai Motor America
Campaign: 11429942 Other
Aug 20, 2021
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

Driving down the highway and engine stalls next to semi after safety inspection from dealer. Already took to dealer and told there is nothing they can do.

Corrective Action:

Driving down the highway and engine stalls next to semi after safety inspection from dealer. Already took to dealer and told there is nothing they can do.

Additional Notes:

Driving down the highway and engine stalls next to semi after safety inspection from dealer. Already took to dealer and told there is nothing they can do.

Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 11429942
Notice Date: Aug 20, 2021
Recall Date: Aug 20, 2021
Hyundai Motor America
Campaign: 11429490 Other
Aug 17, 2021
Defect Description:

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH

Potential Consequences:

My trunk has opened while driving and now my trunk will not open at all, even with the manual key.

Corrective Action:

My trunk has opened while driving and now my trunk will not open at all, even with the manual key.

Additional Notes:

My trunk has opened while driving and now my trunk will not open at all, even with the manual key.

Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 11429490
Notice Date: Aug 17, 2021
Recall Date: Aug 17, 2021
Hyundai Motor America
Campaign: 11428325 Other
Aug 9, 2021
Defect Description:

ENGINE

Potential Consequences:

*The engine is the component with the issue. The car is at the dealership and has been for the past almost 6 weeks. *The car started "stuttering" or "stalling" while my son and I were in the car. My son has special needs. Luckily, it happened on our street and I was able to get back to my home. *The dealership has identified the problem: The car was 3 quarts low on oil and the oil had been leaking into the spark plugs. The car only has around 32500 miles on it. Hyundai has requested an oil consumption test. This requires me to drive it 1000 miles and have oil checked. They want me to do this 3 times! I will not feel safe doing that, knowing that oil is leaking into the spark plug assembly. I transport my special needs son and another young man who is severely autistic. I cannot take the chance of the car stalling while out driving possibly causing an accident. I barely put 50 miles on my car during a week. It will take me forever to do the oil consumption test. They know oil is leaking into the spark plugs. *The car started having issues (while in reverse) a week before the check engine light came on. No other warning lamps or messages appeared. Blue Link was contacted. They said the error code indicated a Powertrain problem. I had to have the car towed.

Corrective Action:

*The engine is the component with the issue. The car is at the dealership and has been for the past almost 6 weeks. *The car started "stuttering" or "stalling" while my son and I were in the car. My son has special needs. Luckily, it happened on our street and I was able to get back to my home. *The dealership has identified the problem: The car was 3 quarts low on oil and the oil had been leaking into the spark plugs. The car only has around 32500 miles on it. Hyundai has requested an oil consumption test. This requires me to drive it 1000 miles and have oil checked. They want me to do this 3 times! I will not feel safe doing that, knowing that oil is leaking into the spark plug assembly. I transport my special needs son and another young man who is severely autistic. I cannot take the chance of the car stalling while out driving possibly causing an accident. I barely put 50 miles on my car during a week. It will take me forever to do the oil consumption test. They know oil is leaking into the spark plugs. *The car started having issues (while in reverse) a week before the check engine light came on. No other warning lamps or messages appeared. Blue Link was contacted. They said the error code indicated a Powertrain problem. I had to have the car towed.

Additional Notes:

*The engine is the component with the issue. The car is at the dealership and has been for the past almost 6 weeks. *The car started "stuttering" or "stalling" while my son and I were in the car. My son has special needs. Luckily, it happened on our street and I was able to get back to my home. *The dealership has identified the problem: The car was 3 quarts low on oil and the oil had been leaking into the spark plugs. The car only has around 32500 miles on it. Hyundai has requested an oil consumption test. This requires me to drive it 1000 miles and have oil checked. They want me to do this 3 times! I will not feel safe doing that, knowing that oil is leaking into the spark plug assembly. I transport my special needs son and another young man who is severely autistic. I cannot take the chance of the car stalling while out driving possibly causing an accident. I barely put 50 miles on my car during a week. It will take me forever to do the oil consumption test. They know oil is leaking into the spark plugs. *The car started having issues (while in reverse) a week before the check engine light came on. No other warning lamps or messages appeared. Blue Link was contacted. They said the error code indicated a Powertrain problem. I had to have the car towed.

Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 11428325
Notice Date: Aug 9, 2021
Recall Date: Aug 9, 2021
Hyundai Motor America
Campaign: 11427973 Other
Aug 6, 2021
Defect Description:

VISIBILITY:FIXED PANARAMIC ROOF/SKY LIGHT ASSEMBLY

Potential Consequences:

Panoramic sunroof detached from vehicle once let up and wind pushes in. Sunroof was lifted up and blown out on interstate almost causing a wreck

Corrective Action:

Panoramic sunroof detached from vehicle once let up and wind pushes in. Sunroof was lifted up and blown out on interstate almost causing a wreck

Additional Notes:

Panoramic sunroof detached from vehicle once let up and wind pushes in. Sunroof was lifted up and blown out on interstate almost causing a wreck

Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 11427973
Notice Date: Aug 6, 2021
Recall Date: Aug 6, 2021
Hyundai Motor America
Campaign: 11427973 Other
Aug 6, 2021
Defect Description:

VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

Potential Consequences:

Panoramic sunroof detached from vehicle once let up and wind pushes in. Sunroof was lifted up and blown out on interstate almost causing a wreck

Corrective Action:

Panoramic sunroof detached from vehicle once let up and wind pushes in. Sunroof was lifted up and blown out on interstate almost causing a wreck

Additional Notes:

Panoramic sunroof detached from vehicle once let up and wind pushes in. Sunroof was lifted up and blown out on interstate almost causing a wreck

Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 11427973
Notice Date: Aug 6, 2021
Recall Date: Aug 6, 2021
Hyundai Motor America
Campaign: 11426583 Other
Jul 27, 2021
Defect Description:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

Fuel Pump Control Module replaced before 50,000 mi. - 58,539 mi. got my 2016 Hyundai Sonata Sport for ECM Update. Told dealership I heard ticking/clicking noise coming from engine; said oil was low and suggested oil change & low key battery was causing issues. Oil consumption was more and more 1qt every 2,000 mi, then 1qt every 1,000 mi. 1/29/21 at 90,340 mi, on the turnpike (70 MPH), car check engine light came on, car started vibrating VERY bad, pulled over & LIMP mode had activated. Hyundai dealership was 5 miles away, - found cylinder 2 had a misfire(s) - one of 2 exhaust valves burned a hole through; valve seat - damaged. Cylinder head and exhaust valves, spark plugs were replaced, & oil change. Engine light came on a couple days later car did not go to LIMP MODE. 2/12/21 at 93,466 mi, took the car to Hyundai for service again, Exhaust CAM Phaser failing, Replaced CVVT & Timing Chain Tensioner & RTV silicone. 4/21/21-103,821 mi. went for an oil change & oil consumption test, went back after less than 1,000 mi, Hyundai dealership stated that the car was .73 qts low and normal, I checked before the service, oil was closer to the "E" than "F". Dealership unreliable; did not complete test. Adding oil about 2 qts every 1,000 mi. Car was also idling weird NO warning lights. 7/22/21, catastrophic break down while driving on the Turnpike (70 MPH), car died, after all lights and gauges shot up. NO warning lights before issue. Lost power steering, coasted at 70 mph to 0 mph (in 30 seconds), barley to side of the road, late night needed a tow. Battery & Alternator fried because of this - replaced next day. Car starts now; wont get past 2,000 RPM & stalls out after 5 mins of running in "P"- NO warning lights, Engine rocks before shut off. NO warning lights on after restarting. Called HYUNDAI Corp. case sent to supervisor, no help getting the car to dealership, no rental, told not to expect a call before 8/3/21. All oil services completed at or before suggested intervals.

Corrective Action:

Fuel Pump Control Module replaced before 50,000 mi. - 58,539 mi. got my 2016 Hyundai Sonata Sport for ECM Update. Told dealership I heard ticking/clicking noise coming from engine; said oil was low and suggested oil change & low key battery was causing issues. Oil consumption was more and more 1qt every 2,000 mi, then 1qt every 1,000 mi. 1/29/21 at 90,340 mi, on the turnpike (70 MPH), car check engine light came on, car started vibrating VERY bad, pulled over & LIMP mode had activated. Hyundai dealership was 5 miles away, - found cylinder 2 had a misfire(s) - one of 2 exhaust valves burned a hole through; valve seat - damaged. Cylinder head and exhaust valves, spark plugs were replaced, & oil change. Engine light came on a couple days later car did not go to LIMP MODE. 2/12/21 at 93,466 mi, took the car to Hyundai for service again, Exhaust CAM Phaser failing, Replaced CVVT & Timing Chain Tensioner & RTV silicone. 4/21/21-103,821 mi. went for an oil change & oil consumption test, went back after less than 1,000 mi, Hyundai dealership stated that the car was .73 qts low and normal, I checked before the service, oil was closer to the "E" than "F". Dealership unreliable; did not complete test. Adding oil about 2 qts every 1,000 mi. Car was also idling weird NO warning lights. 7/22/21, catastrophic break down while driving on the Turnpike (70 MPH), car died, after all lights and gauges shot up. NO warning lights before issue. Lost power steering, coasted at 70 mph to 0 mph (in 30 seconds), barley to side of the road, late night needed a tow. Battery & Alternator fried because of this - replaced next day. Car starts now; wont get past 2,000 RPM & stalls out after 5 mins of running in "P"- NO warning lights, Engine rocks before shut off. NO warning lights on after restarting. Called HYUNDAI Corp. case sent to supervisor, no help getting the car to dealership, no rental, told not to expect a call before 8/3/21. All oil services completed at or before suggested intervals.

Additional Notes:

Fuel Pump Control Module replaced before 50,000 mi. - 58,539 mi. got my 2016 Hyundai Sonata Sport for ECM Update. Told dealership I heard ticking/clicking noise coming from engine; said oil was low and suggested oil change & low key battery was causing issues. Oil consumption was more and more 1qt every 2,000 mi, then 1qt every 1,000 mi. 1/29/21 at 90,340 mi, on the turnpike (70 MPH), car check engine light came on, car started vibrating VERY bad, pulled over & LIMP mode had activated. Hyundai dealership was 5 miles away, - found cylinder 2 had a misfire(s) - one of 2 exhaust valves burned a hole through; valve seat - damaged. Cylinder head and exhaust valves, spark plugs were replaced, & oil change. Engine light came on a couple days later car did not go to LIMP MODE. 2/12/21 at 93,466 mi, took the car to Hyundai for service again, Exhaust CAM Phaser failing, Replaced CVVT & Timing Chain Tensioner & RTV silicone. 4/21/21-103,821 mi. went for an oil change & oil consumption test, went back after less than 1,000 mi, Hyundai dealership stated that the car was .73 qts low and normal, I checked before the service, oil was closer to the "E" than "F". Dealership unreliable; did not complete test. Adding oil about 2 qts every 1,000 mi. Car was also idling weird NO warning lights. 7/22/21, catastrophic break down while driving on the Turnpike (70 MPH), car died, after all lights and gauges shot up. NO warning lights before issue. Lost power steering, coasted at 70 mph to 0 mph (in 30 seconds), barley to side of the road, late night needed a tow. Battery & Alternator fried because of this - replaced next day. Car starts now; wont get past 2,000 RPM & stalls out after 5 mins of running in "P"- NO warning lights, Engine rocks before shut off. NO warning lights on after restarting. Called HYUNDAI Corp. case sent to supervisor, no help getting the car to dealership, no rental, told not to expect a call before 8/3/21. All oil services completed at or before suggested intervals.

Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 11426583
Notice Date: Jul 27, 2021
Recall Date: Jul 27, 2021
Hyundai Motor America
Campaign: 11426583 Other
Jul 27, 2021
Defect Description:

ENGINE

Potential Consequences:

Fuel Pump Control Module replaced before 50,000 mi. - 58,539 mi. got my 2016 Hyundai Sonata Sport for ECM Update. Told dealership I heard ticking/clicking noise coming from engine; said oil was low and suggested oil change & low key battery was causing issues. Oil consumption was more and more 1qt every 2,000 mi, then 1qt every 1,000 mi. 1/29/21 at 90,340 mi, on the turnpike (70 MPH), car check engine light came on, car started vibrating VERY bad, pulled over & LIMP mode had activated. Hyundai dealership was 5 miles away, - found cylinder 2 had a misfire(s) - one of 2 exhaust valves burned a hole through; valve seat - damaged. Cylinder head and exhaust valves, spark plugs were replaced, & oil change. Engine light came on a couple days later car did not go to LIMP MODE. 2/12/21 at 93,466 mi, took the car to Hyundai for service again, Exhaust CAM Phaser failing, Replaced CVVT & Timing Chain Tensioner & RTV silicone. 4/21/21-103,821 mi. went for an oil change & oil consumption test, went back after less than 1,000 mi, Hyundai dealership stated that the car was .73 qts low and normal, I checked before the service, oil was closer to the "E" than "F". Dealership unreliable; did not complete test. Adding oil about 2 qts every 1,000 mi. Car was also idling weird NO warning lights. 7/22/21, catastrophic break down while driving on the Turnpike (70 MPH), car died, after all lights and gauges shot up. NO warning lights before issue. Lost power steering, coasted at 70 mph to 0 mph (in 30 seconds), barley to side of the road, late night needed a tow. Battery & Alternator fried because of this - replaced next day. Car starts now; wont get past 2,000 RPM & stalls out after 5 mins of running in "P"- NO warning lights, Engine rocks before shut off. NO warning lights on after restarting. Called HYUNDAI Corp. case sent to supervisor, no help getting the car to dealership, no rental, told not to expect a call before 8/3/21. All oil services completed at or before suggested intervals.

Corrective Action:

Fuel Pump Control Module replaced before 50,000 mi. - 58,539 mi. got my 2016 Hyundai Sonata Sport for ECM Update. Told dealership I heard ticking/clicking noise coming from engine; said oil was low and suggested oil change & low key battery was causing issues. Oil consumption was more and more 1qt every 2,000 mi, then 1qt every 1,000 mi. 1/29/21 at 90,340 mi, on the turnpike (70 MPH), car check engine light came on, car started vibrating VERY bad, pulled over & LIMP mode had activated. Hyundai dealership was 5 miles away, - found cylinder 2 had a misfire(s) - one of 2 exhaust valves burned a hole through; valve seat - damaged. Cylinder head and exhaust valves, spark plugs were replaced, & oil change. Engine light came on a couple days later car did not go to LIMP MODE. 2/12/21 at 93,466 mi, took the car to Hyundai for service again, Exhaust CAM Phaser failing, Replaced CVVT & Timing Chain Tensioner & RTV silicone. 4/21/21-103,821 mi. went for an oil change & oil consumption test, went back after less than 1,000 mi, Hyundai dealership stated that the car was .73 qts low and normal, I checked before the service, oil was closer to the "E" than "F". Dealership unreliable; did not complete test. Adding oil about 2 qts every 1,000 mi. Car was also idling weird NO warning lights. 7/22/21, catastrophic break down while driving on the Turnpike (70 MPH), car died, after all lights and gauges shot up. NO warning lights before issue. Lost power steering, coasted at 70 mph to 0 mph (in 30 seconds), barley to side of the road, late night needed a tow. Battery & Alternator fried because of this - replaced next day. Car starts now; wont get past 2,000 RPM & stalls out after 5 mins of running in "P"- NO warning lights, Engine rocks before shut off. NO warning lights on after restarting. Called HYUNDAI Corp. case sent to supervisor, no help getting the car to dealership, no rental, told not to expect a call before 8/3/21. All oil services completed at or before suggested intervals.

Additional Notes:

Fuel Pump Control Module replaced before 50,000 mi. - 58,539 mi. got my 2016 Hyundai Sonata Sport for ECM Update. Told dealership I heard ticking/clicking noise coming from engine; said oil was low and suggested oil change & low key battery was causing issues. Oil consumption was more and more 1qt every 2,000 mi, then 1qt every 1,000 mi. 1/29/21 at 90,340 mi, on the turnpike (70 MPH), car check engine light came on, car started vibrating VERY bad, pulled over & LIMP mode had activated. Hyundai dealership was 5 miles away, - found cylinder 2 had a misfire(s) - one of 2 exhaust valves burned a hole through; valve seat - damaged. Cylinder head and exhaust valves, spark plugs were replaced, & oil change. Engine light came on a couple days later car did not go to LIMP MODE. 2/12/21 at 93,466 mi, took the car to Hyundai for service again, Exhaust CAM Phaser failing, Replaced CVVT & Timing Chain Tensioner & RTV silicone. 4/21/21-103,821 mi. went for an oil change & oil consumption test, went back after less than 1,000 mi, Hyundai dealership stated that the car was .73 qts low and normal, I checked before the service, oil was closer to the "E" than "F". Dealership unreliable; did not complete test. Adding oil about 2 qts every 1,000 mi. Car was also idling weird NO warning lights. 7/22/21, catastrophic break down while driving on the Turnpike (70 MPH), car died, after all lights and gauges shot up. NO warning lights before issue. Lost power steering, coasted at 70 mph to 0 mph (in 30 seconds), barley to side of the road, late night needed a tow. Battery & Alternator fried because of this - replaced next day. Car starts now; wont get past 2,000 RPM & stalls out after 5 mins of running in "P"- NO warning lights, Engine rocks before shut off. NO warning lights on after restarting. Called HYUNDAI Corp. case sent to supervisor, no help getting the car to dealership, no rental, told not to expect a call before 8/3/21. All oil services completed at or before suggested intervals.

Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 11426583
Notice Date: Jul 27, 2021
Recall Date: Jul 27, 2021
Hyundai Motor America
Campaign: 11426531 Other
Jul 26, 2021
Defect Description:

ENGINE

Potential Consequences:

The intake manifold control runner motor has had to be replaced in my car multiple times. Twice from may 2021 to July 2021. The check engine light would come on and would reduce car performance drastically. Code scanner gave the p200a performance bank 1.

Corrective Action:

The intake manifold control runner motor has had to be replaced in my car multiple times. Twice from may 2021 to July 2021. The check engine light would come on and would reduce car performance drastically. Code scanner gave the p200a performance bank 1.

Additional Notes:

The intake manifold control runner motor has had to be replaced in my car multiple times. Twice from may 2021 to July 2021. The check engine light would come on and would reduce car performance drastically. Code scanner gave the p200a performance bank 1.

Manufacturer: HYUNDAI
Mfg Campaign: 11426531
Notice Date: Jul 26, 2021
Recall Date: Jul 26, 2021

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