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Mar 24, 2022 Air Bags

Rt passenger side wheel clunks when turning, loud noise when moving took to dealer they found nothing wrong. I returned to dealer again a couple weeks later to confirm my a arm needs repairs, safety issues airbag’s light remaining lit told repairs not available for year and make iwas told to deal ...

Mar 24, 2022 Suspension

Rt passenger side wheel clunks when turning, loud noise when moving took to dealer they found nothing wrong. I returned to dealer again a couple weeks later to confirm my a arm needs repairs, safety issues airbag’s light remaining lit told repairs not available for year and make iwas told to deal ...

Mar 24, 2022 Power Train

Rt passenger side wheel clunks when turning, loud noise when moving took to dealer they found nothing wrong. I returned to dealer again a couple weeks later to confirm my a arm needs repairs, safety issues airbag’s light remaining lit told repairs not available for year and make iwas told to deal ...

Mar 24, 2022 Air Bags

Rt passenger side wheel clunks when turning, loud noise when moving took to dealer they found nothing wrong. I returned to dealer again a couple weeks later to confirm my a arm needs repairs, safety issues airbag’s light remaining lit told repairs not available for year and make iwas told to deal ...

Mar 24, 2022 Suspension

Rt passenger side wheel clunks when turning, loud noise when moving took to dealer they found nothing wrong. I returned to dealer again a couple weeks later to confirm my a arm needs repairs, safety issues airbag’s light remaining lit told repairs not available for year and make iwas told to deal ...

Mar 24, 2022 Power Train

Rt passenger side wheel clunks when turning, loud noise when moving took to dealer they found nothing wrong. I returned to dealer again a couple weeks later to confirm my a arm needs repairs, safety issues airbag’s light remaining lit told repairs not available for year and make iwas told to deal ...

Mar 8, 2019 Structure 170,000 mi

STEERING AND STABILITY UNSTABLE. MECHANIC TELLS ME THAT THE REAR SUB FRAME IS RUSTY AND CRACKED. THE ENTIRE FRAME WAS REPLACED AROUND 2010 BECAUSE OF A RECALL. WHEN YOU HIT A BUMP LOSE TRACTION AND BECOMES UNSTABLE. WANT TO KNOW IF THE REPLACEMENT FRAME HAS A WARRANTY. WANT TO KEEP THE CAR STILL RU...

Mar 8, 2019 Suspension 170,000 mi

STEERING AND STABILITY UNSTABLE. MECHANIC TELLS ME THAT THE REAR SUB FRAME IS RUSTY AND CRACKED. THE ENTIRE FRAME WAS REPLACED AROUND 2010 BECAUSE OF A RECALL. WHEN YOU HIT A BUMP LOSE TRACTION AND BECOMES UNSTABLE. WANT TO KNOW IF THE REPLACEMENT FRAME HAS A WARRANTY. WANT TO KEEP THE CAR STILL RU...

Mar 8, 2019 Structure 170,000 mi

STEERING AND STABILITY UNSTABLE. MECHANIC TELLS ME THAT THE REAR SUB FRAME IS RUSTY AND CRACKED. THE ENTIRE FRAME WAS REPLACED AROUND 2010 BECAUSE OF A RECALL. WHEN YOU HIT A BUMP LOSE TRACTION AND BECOMES UNSTABLE. WANT TO KNOW IF THE REPLACEMENT FRAME HAS A WARRANTY. WANT TO KEEP THE CAR STILL RU...

Mar 8, 2019 Suspension 170,000 mi

STEERING AND STABILITY UNSTABLE. MECHANIC TELLS ME THAT THE REAR SUB FRAME IS RUSTY AND CRACKED. THE ENTIRE FRAME WAS REPLACED AROUND 2010 BECAUSE OF A RECALL. WHEN YOU HIT A BUMP LOSE TRACTION AND BECOMES UNSTABLE. WANT TO KNOW IF THE REPLACEMENT FRAME HAS A WARRANTY. WANT TO KEEP THE CAR STILL RU...

Jun 10, 2018 Air Bags

I UNDERSTAND THERE IS AN AIRBAG RECALL ON SOME MODEL CARS, I DRIVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS THAT HAS AN AIRBAG LIGHT ACTIVATED ON THE DASHBOARD. I DON'T KNOW IF THE AIRBAG IS DEFECTIVE, I SHOULD NOT DRIVE IT, OR WHAT TO DO, PLEASE ADVISE. THIS AIRBAG LITE ON THE DASHBOARD GOES ON AS SOON AS I ST...

Jun 10, 2018 Air Bags

I UNDERSTAND THERE IS AN AIRBAG RECALL ON SOME MODEL CARS, I DRIVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS THAT HAS AN AIRBAG LIGHT ACTIVATED ON THE DASHBOARD. I DON'T KNOW IF THE AIRBAG IS DEFECTIVE, I SHOULD NOT DRIVE IT, OR WHAT TO DO, PLEASE ADVISE. THIS AIRBAG LITE ON THE DASHBOARD GOES ON AS SOON AS I ST...

Mar 10, 2017 Suspension 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTO SHOP WHERE THE FAILURE WAS DIAGNOSED AS A CONTROL ARM FAILURE AND RUSTED SUBFRAME. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MIL...

Mar 10, 2017 Structure 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTO SHOP WHERE THE FAILURE WAS DIAGNOSED AS A CONTROL ARM FAILURE AND RUSTED SUBFRAME. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MIL...

Mar 10, 2017 Suspension 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTO SHOP WHERE THE FAILURE WAS DIAGNOSED AS A CONTROL ARM FAILURE AND RUSTED SUBFRAME. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MIL...

Mar 10, 2017 Structure 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTO SHOP WHERE THE FAILURE WAS DIAGNOSED AS A CONTROL ARM FAILURE AND RUSTED SUBFRAME. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MIL...

Feb 27, 2017 Air Bags 212,234 mi

"TAKADA RECALL " TRANSMISSION DON'T SHIFT CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON IT IS SUCK IN 3RD GEAR NEXT TIME START CAR NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAR SHIFTS BUT BANGS HARD IN AND OUT OF NEXT GEAR THEN CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND CAR IS STUCK IN THIRD GEAR.ALSO AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON ALL TIME.

Feb 27, 2017 Power Train 212,234 mi

"TAKADA RECALL " TRANSMISSION DON'T SHIFT CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON IT IS SUCK IN 3RD GEAR NEXT TIME START CAR NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAR SHIFTS BUT BANGS HARD IN AND OUT OF NEXT GEAR THEN CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND CAR IS STUCK IN THIRD GEAR.ALSO AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON ALL TIME.

Feb 27, 2017 Air Bags 212,234 mi

"TAKADA RECALL " TRANSMISSION DON'T SHIFT CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON IT IS SUCK IN 3RD GEAR NEXT TIME START CAR NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAR SHIFTS BUT BANGS HARD IN AND OUT OF NEXT GEAR THEN CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND CAR IS STUCK IN THIRD GEAR.ALSO AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON ALL TIME.

Feb 27, 2017 Power Train 212,234 mi

"TAKADA RECALL " TRANSMISSION DON'T SHIFT CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON IT IS SUCK IN 3RD GEAR NEXT TIME START CAR NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAR SHIFTS BUT BANGS HARD IN AND OUT OF NEXT GEAR THEN CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND CAR IS STUCK IN THIRD GEAR.ALSO AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON ALL TIME.

Mar 31, 2015 Structure 173,000 mi

WHILE SLOWING DOWN TO MAKE A TURN ON SIDE ROAD, THE LOWER LEFT CONTROL ARM PULLED COMPLETELY OUT OF THE FRAME. INSPECTION AFTER FOUND LARGE HOLE RUSTED COMPLETELY THROUGH THE FRAME RAIL. INSPECTED RIGHT SIDE AND FRAME HAS SAME TYPE OF RUSTED AND MISSING FRAME SEGMENTS. THANKFULLY THIS HAPPENED AT LO...

Mar 31, 2015 Suspension 173,000 mi

WHILE SLOWING DOWN TO MAKE A TURN ON SIDE ROAD, THE LOWER LEFT CONTROL ARM PULLED COMPLETELY OUT OF THE FRAME. INSPECTION AFTER FOUND LARGE HOLE RUSTED COMPLETELY THROUGH THE FRAME RAIL. INSPECTED RIGHT SIDE AND FRAME HAS SAME TYPE OF RUSTED AND MISSING FRAME SEGMENTS. THANKFULLY THIS HAPPENED AT LO...

Mar 31, 2015 Structure 173,000 mi

WHILE SLOWING DOWN TO MAKE A TURN ON SIDE ROAD, THE LOWER LEFT CONTROL ARM PULLED COMPLETELY OUT OF THE FRAME. INSPECTION AFTER FOUND LARGE HOLE RUSTED COMPLETELY THROUGH THE FRAME RAIL. INSPECTED RIGHT SIDE AND FRAME HAS SAME TYPE OF RUSTED AND MISSING FRAME SEGMENTS. THANKFULLY THIS HAPPENED AT LO...

Mar 31, 2015 Suspension 173,000 mi

WHILE SLOWING DOWN TO MAKE A TURN ON SIDE ROAD, THE LOWER LEFT CONTROL ARM PULLED COMPLETELY OUT OF THE FRAME. INSPECTION AFTER FOUND LARGE HOLE RUSTED COMPLETELY THROUGH THE FRAME RAIL. INSPECTED RIGHT SIDE AND FRAME HAS SAME TYPE OF RUSTED AND MISSING FRAME SEGMENTS. THANKFULLY THIS HAPPENED AT LO...

Mar 24, 2015 Suspension

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE RUSTED REAR CROSS MEMBER. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED IN DECEMBER 2008, THE FRONT CROSS MEMBER BECAME RUSTED. THE DEALER REPLACED THE FRONT CROSS MEMBER AS IT WAS UNDER RECALL DUE TO RUST. THE CONSUMER STATED THE REAR CROSS MEMBER FRAME RUS...

Mar 24, 2015 Suspension

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE RUSTED REAR CROSS MEMBER. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED IN DECEMBER 2008, THE FRONT CROSS MEMBER BECAME RUSTED. THE DEALER REPLACED THE FRONT CROSS MEMBER AS IT WAS UNDER RECALL DUE TO RUST. THE CONSUMER STATED THE REAR CROSS MEMBER FRAME RUS...

Dec 5, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 110,000 mi

THE FUEL TANK ON 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA IS CRACKED AND LEAKING GASOLINE. THERE IS A STRONG GAS ODOR IN THE CABIN. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT AND HAZMAT TEAM RESPONDED. I COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED IN AN EXPLOSION IF THE GAS VAPORS IGNITED. THERE IS A RECALL FOR THE PREVIOUS MODEL YEAR HYUNDAI SONATA. THE FUEL TA...

Dec 5, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 110,000 mi

THE FUEL TANK ON 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA IS CRACKED AND LEAKING GASOLINE. THERE IS A STRONG GAS ODOR IN THE CABIN. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT AND HAZMAT TEAM RESPONDED. I COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED IN AN EXPLOSION IF THE GAS VAPORS IGNITED. THERE IS A RECALL FOR THE PREVIOUS MODEL YEAR HYUNDAI SONATA. THE FUEL TA...

Nov 21, 2014 Air Bags 53,231 mi

AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED ON. DEALER (TAYLOR HYUNDAI) DENIED THAT THERE WAS AN AIR BAG RECALL ON THIS MODEL. *TR

Nov 21, 2014 Air Bags 53,231 mi

AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED ON. DEALER (TAYLOR HYUNDAI) DENIED THAT THERE WAS AN AIR BAG RECALL ON THIS MODEL. *TR

Jun 1, 2014 Suspension 16,200 mi

WHEN DRIVING TO WORK THE WHEEL START TO PULL. WHEN I GOT TO WORK I TOOK A LOOK AT THE FRAME THERE WAS A 2 INCH CRACK IN ONE SIDE AND A 1/4 INCH BY 20 INCH CRACK IN THE OTHER SIDE. WHEN I TOUCH IT THE FRAME WAS ROTTEN. *TR

Jun 1, 2014 Wheels 16,200 mi

WHEN DRIVING TO WORK THE WHEEL START TO PULL. WHEN I GOT TO WORK I TOOK A LOOK AT THE FRAME THERE WAS A 2 INCH CRACK IN ONE SIDE AND A 1/4 INCH BY 20 INCH CRACK IN THE OTHER SIDE. WHEN I TOUCH IT THE FRAME WAS ROTTEN. *TR

Jun 1, 2014 Structure 16,200 mi

WHEN DRIVING TO WORK THE WHEEL START TO PULL. WHEN I GOT TO WORK I TOOK A LOOK AT THE FRAME THERE WAS A 2 INCH CRACK IN ONE SIDE AND A 1/4 INCH BY 20 INCH CRACK IN THE OTHER SIDE. WHEN I TOUCH IT THE FRAME WAS ROTTEN. *TR

Jun 1, 2014 Suspension 16,200 mi

WHEN DRIVING TO WORK THE WHEEL START TO PULL. WHEN I GOT TO WORK I TOOK A LOOK AT THE FRAME THERE WAS A 2 INCH CRACK IN ONE SIDE AND A 1/4 INCH BY 20 INCH CRACK IN THE OTHER SIDE. WHEN I TOUCH IT THE FRAME WAS ROTTEN. *TR

Jun 1, 2014 Wheels 16,200 mi

WHEN DRIVING TO WORK THE WHEEL START TO PULL. WHEN I GOT TO WORK I TOOK A LOOK AT THE FRAME THERE WAS A 2 INCH CRACK IN ONE SIDE AND A 1/4 INCH BY 20 INCH CRACK IN THE OTHER SIDE. WHEN I TOUCH IT THE FRAME WAS ROTTEN. *TR

Jun 1, 2014 Structure 16,200 mi

WHEN DRIVING TO WORK THE WHEEL START TO PULL. WHEN I GOT TO WORK I TOOK A LOOK AT THE FRAME THERE WAS A 2 INCH CRACK IN ONE SIDE AND A 1/4 INCH BY 20 INCH CRACK IN THE OTHER SIDE. WHEN I TOUCH IT THE FRAME WAS ROTTEN. *TR

Jan 24, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHEN I TRY TO FILL THE VEHICLE WITH GAS IT STOPS EVERY FEW CENTS, SIMULAR TO WHEN THE GAS TANK IS FULL, EVEN WHEN IT IS ON EMPTY. IT TAKES UPWARDS OF 30-45 MINUTES TO FILL THE GAS TANK. SOMETIMES THE GAS GAUGE IS ON LOW WHEN I TRY TO FILL IT UP BUT IT STOPS FILLING SO OFTEN THAT I HAVE TO CHANGE P...

Jan 24, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHEN I TRY TO FILL THE VEHICLE WITH GAS IT STOPS EVERY FEW CENTS, SIMULAR TO WHEN THE GAS TANK IS FULL, EVEN WHEN IT IS ON EMPTY. IT TAKES UPWARDS OF 30-45 MINUTES TO FILL THE GAS TANK. SOMETIMES THE GAS GAUGE IS ON LOW WHEN I TRY TO FILL IT UP BUT IT STOPS FILLING SO OFTEN THAT I HAVE TO CHANGE P...

Oct 15, 2013 Suspension 197,700 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA ON GOOD ROAD AND APPROACHING A TRAFFIC LIGHT IN THE LEFT THROUGH-LANE OF A MULTILANE STREET, I MADE A QUICK STOP (NOT AND EMERGENCY STOP) WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED YELLOW. THE ROAD WAS IN GOOD CONDITION AND DRY, AND THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE WAS ABOUT ABOUT 80 DEGREES ...

Oct 15, 2013 Steering 197,700 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA ON GOOD ROAD AND APPROACHING A TRAFFIC LIGHT IN THE LEFT THROUGH-LANE OF A MULTILANE STREET, I MADE A QUICK STOP (NOT AND EMERGENCY STOP) WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED YELLOW. THE ROAD WAS IN GOOD CONDITION AND DRY, AND THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE WAS ABOUT ABOUT 80 DEGREES ...

Oct 15, 2013 Service Brakes 197,700 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA ON GOOD ROAD AND APPROACHING A TRAFFIC LIGHT IN THE LEFT THROUGH-LANE OF A MULTILANE STREET, I MADE A QUICK STOP (NOT AND EMERGENCY STOP) WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED YELLOW. THE ROAD WAS IN GOOD CONDITION AND DRY, AND THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE WAS ABOUT ABOUT 80 DEGREES ...

Oct 15, 2013 Suspension 197,700 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA ON GOOD ROAD AND APPROACHING A TRAFFIC LIGHT IN THE LEFT THROUGH-LANE OF A MULTILANE STREET, I MADE A QUICK STOP (NOT AND EMERGENCY STOP) WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED YELLOW. THE ROAD WAS IN GOOD CONDITION AND DRY, AND THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE WAS ABOUT ABOUT 80 DEGREES ...

Oct 15, 2013 Steering 197,700 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA ON GOOD ROAD AND APPROACHING A TRAFFIC LIGHT IN THE LEFT THROUGH-LANE OF A MULTILANE STREET, I MADE A QUICK STOP (NOT AND EMERGENCY STOP) WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED YELLOW. THE ROAD WAS IN GOOD CONDITION AND DRY, AND THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE WAS ABOUT ABOUT 80 DEGREES ...

Oct 15, 2013 Service Brakes 197,700 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA ON GOOD ROAD AND APPROACHING A TRAFFIC LIGHT IN THE LEFT THROUGH-LANE OF A MULTILANE STREET, I MADE A QUICK STOP (NOT AND EMERGENCY STOP) WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED YELLOW. THE ROAD WAS IN GOOD CONDITION AND DRY, AND THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE WAS ABOUT ABOUT 80 DEGREES ...

Aug 19, 2013 Suspension 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE COLLAPSED INTO THE PASSENGER'S SIDE WHEEL. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 09V124000 (SUSPENSION) AND CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER, WHO ADVISED THAT THE...

Aug 19, 2013 Suspension 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE COLLAPSED INTO THE PASSENGER'S SIDE WHEEL. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 09V124000 (SUSPENSION) AND CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER, WHO ADVISED THAT THE...

Jul 24, 2013 Suspension 25,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR ROUTINE SERVICE WHEN HE WAS INFORMED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE UPPER STRUT MOUNT HAD PENETRATED THROUGH THE MOUNTS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRE...

Jul 24, 2013 Suspension 25,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR ROUTINE SERVICE WHEN HE WAS INFORMED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE UPPER STRUT MOUNT HAD PENETRATED THROUGH THE MOUNTS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRE...

Jul 10, 2013 Structure 135,136 mi

RUST REAR CONTROL ARM BROKE FROM SUBFRAME, MADE NOISE ENOUGH TO TAKE TO MECHANIC WHO FOUND PROBLEM WHY IS IT THAT ONLY FRONT SUBFRAME & FRONT CONTROL ARMS WERE INCLUDED IN RECALL? THE REAR PARTS ARE ALSO RUSTING.... PARTS ARE MADE FROM SAME MATERIAL = SAME PROBLEM ... THE RECALL SHOULD INCLUDE BOT...

Jul 10, 2013 Structure 135,136 mi

RUST REAR CONTROL ARM BROKE FROM SUBFRAME, MADE NOISE ENOUGH TO TAKE TO MECHANIC WHO FOUND PROBLEM WHY IS IT THAT ONLY FRONT SUBFRAME & FRONT CONTROL ARMS WERE INCLUDED IN RECALL? THE REAR PARTS ARE ALSO RUSTING.... PARTS ARE MADE FROM SAME MATERIAL = SAME PROBLEM ... THE RECALL SHOULD INCLUDE BOT...

Oct 14, 2012 Suspension 115,428 mi

MY HYUNDAI DEALER HAS REFUSED TO HONOR THEIR 100,000MILES, 10 YEARS WARRANTY" MANY TIMES THAT I BRING THE CAR TO BE FIXED UNDER THE WARRANTY SINCE THE CAR WAS ONLY 8YEARS OLD AND 76,000 MILES SINCE 2008. THEY REFUSE TO FIX THE PROBLEMS THAT I EXPERIENCED BY SAYING MY CAR IS NOT LISTED IN ANY RECALL ...

Oct 14, 2012 Structure 115,428 mi

MY HYUNDAI DEALER HAS REFUSED TO HONOR THEIR 100,000MILES, 10 YEARS WARRANTY" MANY TIMES THAT I BRING THE CAR TO BE FIXED UNDER THE WARRANTY SINCE THE CAR WAS ONLY 8YEARS OLD AND 76,000 MILES SINCE 2008. THEY REFUSE TO FIX THE PROBLEMS THAT I EXPERIENCED BY SAYING MY CAR IS NOT LISTED IN ANY RECALL ...

Oct 14, 2012 Electrical System 115,428 mi

MY HYUNDAI DEALER HAS REFUSED TO HONOR THEIR 100,000MILES, 10 YEARS WARRANTY" MANY TIMES THAT I BRING THE CAR TO BE FIXED UNDER THE WARRANTY SINCE THE CAR WAS ONLY 8YEARS OLD AND 76,000 MILES SINCE 2008. THEY REFUSE TO FIX THE PROBLEMS THAT I EXPERIENCED BY SAYING MY CAR IS NOT LISTED IN ANY RECALL ...

Oct 14, 2012 Suspension 115,428 mi

MY HYUNDAI DEALER HAS REFUSED TO HONOR THEIR 100,000MILES, 10 YEARS WARRANTY" MANY TIMES THAT I BRING THE CAR TO BE FIXED UNDER THE WARRANTY SINCE THE CAR WAS ONLY 8YEARS OLD AND 76,000 MILES SINCE 2008. THEY REFUSE TO FIX THE PROBLEMS THAT I EXPERIENCED BY SAYING MY CAR IS NOT LISTED IN ANY RECALL ...

Oct 14, 2012 Structure 115,428 mi

MY HYUNDAI DEALER HAS REFUSED TO HONOR THEIR 100,000MILES, 10 YEARS WARRANTY" MANY TIMES THAT I BRING THE CAR TO BE FIXED UNDER THE WARRANTY SINCE THE CAR WAS ONLY 8YEARS OLD AND 76,000 MILES SINCE 2008. THEY REFUSE TO FIX THE PROBLEMS THAT I EXPERIENCED BY SAYING MY CAR IS NOT LISTED IN ANY RECALL ...

Oct 14, 2012 Electrical System 115,428 mi

MY HYUNDAI DEALER HAS REFUSED TO HONOR THEIR 100,000MILES, 10 YEARS WARRANTY" MANY TIMES THAT I BRING THE CAR TO BE FIXED UNDER THE WARRANTY SINCE THE CAR WAS ONLY 8YEARS OLD AND 76,000 MILES SINCE 2008. THEY REFUSE TO FIX THE PROBLEMS THAT I EXPERIENCED BY SAYING MY CAR IS NOT LISTED IN ANY RECALL ...

Sep 7, 2012 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING OUR 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA MY HUSBAND'S SONATA CAME TO AN SCREECHING HALT IN WHICH HE ALMOST LOST COMPLETE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. FORTUNATELY, HE WAS ABLE TO PULL THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. ONCE OUT OF THE VEHICLE, IT WAS VERY APPARENT THAT THE AXLE HAD BROKEN AND THE DRIV...

Sep 7, 2012 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING OUR 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA MY HUSBAND'S SONATA CAME TO AN SCREECHING HALT IN WHICH HE ALMOST LOST COMPLETE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. FORTUNATELY, HE WAS ABLE TO PULL THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. ONCE OUT OF THE VEHICLE, IT WAS VERY APPARENT THAT THE AXLE HAD BROKEN AND THE DRIV...

Jul 10, 2012 Suspension 220,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A LOCAL MECHANIC FOR TIRE MAINTENANCE, THE FRONT SUBFRAME LOWER CONTROL ARM WAS FOUND TO BE CORRODED. THE MANUFACTURER DENIED ASSISTANCE WITH THE REPAIR, BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIG...

Jul 10, 2012 Suspension 220,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A LOCAL MECHANIC FOR TIRE MAINTENANCE, THE FRONT SUBFRAME LOWER CONTROL ARM WAS FOUND TO BE CORRODED. THE MANUFACTURER DENIED ASSISTANCE WITH THE REPAIR, BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIG...

Jun 25, 2012 Electrical System 133,000 mi

GAS LIGHT DON'T WORK, THE ODOMETER DON'T WORK, WHEN IT RAINS THE CAR LIGHTS DIME AND THE CAR ALMOST DIES... *TR

Jun 25, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 133,000 mi

GAS LIGHT DON'T WORK, THE ODOMETER DON'T WORK, WHEN IT RAINS THE CAR LIGHTS DIME AND THE CAR ALMOST DIES... *TR

Jun 25, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 133,000 mi

GAS LIGHT DON'T WORK, THE ODOMETER DON'T WORK, WHEN IT RAINS THE CAR LIGHTS DIME AND THE CAR ALMOST DIES... *TR

Jun 25, 2012 Electrical System 133,000 mi

GAS LIGHT DON'T WORK, THE ODOMETER DON'T WORK, WHEN IT RAINS THE CAR LIGHTS DIME AND THE CAR ALMOST DIES... *TR

Jun 25, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 133,000 mi

GAS LIGHT DON'T WORK, THE ODOMETER DON'T WORK, WHEN IT RAINS THE CAR LIGHTS DIME AND THE CAR ALMOST DIES... *TR

Jun 25, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 133,000 mi

GAS LIGHT DON'T WORK, THE ODOMETER DON'T WORK, WHEN IT RAINS THE CAR LIGHTS DIME AND THE CAR ALMOST DIES... *TR

Jun 2, 2012 Air Bags Crash 165,285 mi

I WAS HEADING EASTBOUND GOING ABOUT 40 MPH. AN SUV WAS HEADING WESTBOUND AND ABOUT TO MAKE A LEFT TURN. THE SUV STRUCK MY VEHICLE AND TOTALED THE ENTIRE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. I AM SUPPOSED TO HAVE SIDE AND FRONT AIRBAGS. I AM LUCKY I WAS WEARING A SEAT BELT BECAUSE OTHER T...

Jun 2, 2012 Air Bags Crash 165,285 mi

I WAS HEADING EASTBOUND GOING ABOUT 40 MPH. AN SUV WAS HEADING WESTBOUND AND ABOUT TO MAKE A LEFT TURN. THE SUV STRUCK MY VEHICLE AND TOTALED THE ENTIRE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. I AM SUPPOSED TO HAVE SIDE AND FRONT AIRBAGS. I AM LUCKY I WAS WEARING A SEAT BELT BECAUSE OTHER T...

Nov 15, 2011 Electrical System 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10- 35 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR. THE WARNING INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED UNTIL THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED ...

Nov 15, 2011 Electrical System 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10- 35 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR. THE WARNING INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED UNTIL THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED ...

May 18, 2011 Suspension 103,780 mi

CAR HAS BAD RUST OUT PROBLEMS. ON THE METAL FRAME AND SUSPENSION PARTS. TOTAL RUST OUT ON REAR FRAME, ALSO THE UPPER CONTROL ARMS. THE FRONT CRADLE FRAME WAS REPAIRED PREVIOUSLY. UPDATED 10/20/11 *BF

May 18, 2011 Suspension 103,780 mi

CAR HAS BAD RUST OUT PROBLEMS. ON THE METAL FRAME AND SUSPENSION PARTS. TOTAL RUST OUT ON REAR FRAME, ALSO THE UPPER CONTROL ARMS. THE FRONT CRADLE FRAME WAS REPAIRED PREVIOUSLY. UPDATED 10/20/11 *BF

Mar 8, 2011 Electrical System 133,500 mi

I HAVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL SENSORS REPLACED IN THIS CAR ALREADY. IT IS SOMETHING ELECTRICAL OR ANOTHER SENSOR, GO FIGURE. MY WIPERS STOPPED WORKING, AND MY WIPER FLUID PUMP ALSO WENT OUT. HAD LOCAL AUTO SHOP REPLACE WIPER FLUID PUMP, THEY TRIED WHATEVER THEY COULD, THEN THE ...

Mar 8, 2011 Electrical System 133,500 mi

I HAVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL SENSORS REPLACED IN THIS CAR ALREADY. IT IS SOMETHING ELECTRICAL OR ANOTHER SENSOR, GO FIGURE. MY WIPERS STOPPED WORKING, AND MY WIPER FLUID PUMP ALSO WENT OUT. HAD LOCAL AUTO SHOP REPLACE WIPER FLUID PUMP, THEY TRIED WHATEVER THEY COULD, THEN THE ...

Nov 9, 2010 Structure 162,900 mi

NO SIGNS OF POSSIBLE PROBLEM PRIOR TO BEING UNABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE WHEN DRIVING IN A PARKING LOT AND WAS ABLE TO AVOID ADDITIONAL DAMAGE AND INJURY. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TOWED TO A LOCAL AUTO REPAIR SHOP THAT DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM AS A SUBFRAME RUST ISSUE...

Nov 9, 2010 Steering 162,900 mi

NO SIGNS OF POSSIBLE PROBLEM PRIOR TO BEING UNABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE WHEN DRIVING IN A PARKING LOT AND WAS ABLE TO AVOID ADDITIONAL DAMAGE AND INJURY. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TOWED TO A LOCAL AUTO REPAIR SHOP THAT DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM AS A SUBFRAME RUST ISSUE...

Nov 9, 2010 Structure 162,900 mi

NO SIGNS OF POSSIBLE PROBLEM PRIOR TO BEING UNABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE WHEN DRIVING IN A PARKING LOT AND WAS ABLE TO AVOID ADDITIONAL DAMAGE AND INJURY. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TOWED TO A LOCAL AUTO REPAIR SHOP THAT DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM AS A SUBFRAME RUST ISSUE...

Nov 9, 2010 Steering 162,900 mi

NO SIGNS OF POSSIBLE PROBLEM PRIOR TO BEING UNABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE WHEN DRIVING IN A PARKING LOT AND WAS ABLE TO AVOID ADDITIONAL DAMAGE AND INJURY. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TOWED TO A LOCAL AUTO REPAIR SHOP THAT DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM AS A SUBFRAME RUST ISSUE...

Oct 5, 2010 Suspension 193,165 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY BETWEEN 10-12 MPH ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN, SUDDENLY THE VEHICLE STOPPED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND OBSERVED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE AXLE COMPLETELY SEPARATED. ALSO, THE SUB-FRAME EX...

Oct 5, 2010 Suspension 193,165 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY BETWEEN 10-12 MPH ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN, SUDDENLY THE VEHICLE STOPPED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND OBSERVED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE AXLE COMPLETELY SEPARATED. ALSO, THE SUB-FRAME EX...

Sep 22, 2010 Structure 137,588 mi

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA, VIN: [XXX]MFG DATE: 06/18/1999 SUB-FRAME FAILURE. CONDITION FOUND BY TIRE RETAILER DURING INSTALLATION AND ALIGNMENT. LOWER CONTROL ARM SEPARATED FROM SUB-FRAME. FORTUNATELY, CONDITION FOUND BEFORE CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING. LESS THAN 1 WEEK PRIOR T...

Sep 22, 2010 Structure 137,588 mi

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA, VIN: [XXX]MFG DATE: 06/18/1999 SUB-FRAME FAILURE. CONDITION FOUND BY TIRE RETAILER DURING INSTALLATION AND ALIGNMENT. LOWER CONTROL ARM SEPARATED FROM SUB-FRAME. FORTUNATELY, CONDITION FOUND BEFORE CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING. LESS THAN 1 WEEK PRIOR T...

Sep 15, 2010 Structure 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH AND THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE CONTROL ARM BROKE OFF THE SUB FRAME DUE TO CORROSION ON THE SUB FRAME, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO A DEALER TO HAVE THE SUB FRAM...

Sep 15, 2010 Structure 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH AND THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE CONTROL ARM BROKE OFF THE SUB FRAME DUE TO CORROSION ON THE SUB FRAME, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO A DEALER TO HAVE THE SUB FRAM...

Sep 7, 2010 Structure 165 mi

I AM WRITING IN REGARD TO MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA AND ITS SUB FRAME CORROSION AND THE FRUSTRATION I AM FEELING FROM THIS SITUATION. I WAS DRIVING TO WORK ON FRIDAY AUGUST 27TH AROUND 520 A.M. AND HAD BEEN ON THE I-10 FREEWAY ABOUT 5 MILES GOING AROUND 65 MILES AN HOUR, THE ROAD SOON HAS A SPEED LIMIT...

Sep 7, 2010 Structure 165 mi

I AM WRITING IN REGARD TO MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA AND ITS SUB FRAME CORROSION AND THE FRUSTRATION I AM FEELING FROM THIS SITUATION. I WAS DRIVING TO WORK ON FRIDAY AUGUST 27TH AROUND 520 A.M. AND HAD BEEN ON THE I-10 FREEWAY ABOUT 5 MILES GOING AROUND 65 MILES AN HOUR, THE ROAD SOON HAS A SPEED LIMIT...

Sep 7, 2010 Structure 165 mi

I AM WRITING IN REGARD TO MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA AND ITS SUB FRAME CORROSION AND THE FRUSTRATION I AM FEELING FROM THIS SITUATION. I WAS DRIVING TO WORK ON FRIDAY AUGUST 27TH AROUND 520 A.M. AND HAD BEEN ON THE I-10 FREEWAY ABOUT 5 MILES GOING AROUND 65 MILES AN HOUR, THE ROAD SOON HAS A SPEED LIMIT...

Sep 7, 2010 Structure 165 mi

I AM WRITING IN REGARD TO MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA AND ITS SUB FRAME CORROSION AND THE FRUSTRATION I AM FEELING FROM THIS SITUATION. I WAS DRIVING TO WORK ON FRIDAY AUGUST 27TH AROUND 520 A.M. AND HAD BEEN ON THE I-10 FREEWAY ABOUT 5 MILES GOING AROUND 65 MILES AN HOUR, THE ROAD SOON HAS A SPEED LIMIT...

Aug 8, 2010 Structure 113,000 mi

HYUNDAI 2000 SONATA SUBFRAME RUST CAUSED WHEEL FAILURE. *TR

Aug 8, 2010 Structure 113,000 mi

HYUNDAI 2000 SONATA SUBFRAME RUST CAUSED WHEEL FAILURE. *TR

Jul 26, 2010 Structure 159,150 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, HE HEARD A LOUD THUMP. THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO INDEPENDENTLY DECREASE IN SPEED BEFORE COMING TO A STOP. THE VEHICLE DID NOT STALL AND THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO RUN. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO LOCAL REPAIR...

Jul 26, 2010 Structure 159,150 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, HE HEARD A LOUD THUMP. THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO INDEPENDENTLY DECREASE IN SPEED BEFORE COMING TO A STOP. THE VEHICLE DID NOT STALL AND THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO RUN. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO LOCAL REPAIR...

Jul 6, 2010 Suspension 116,491 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT SUB FRAME ON HIS VEHICLE WAS CORRODED, COVERED WITH RUST AND HAD A HOLE THE SIZE OF A BASEBALL IN IT. HE CONTACTED THE HYUNDAI SERVICE MANAGER AND STATED THAT HE WOULD CHECK WITH HYUNDAI USA AND FOLLOW UP WITH HIM REGARDI...

Jul 6, 2010 Suspension 116,491 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT SUB FRAME ON HIS VEHICLE WAS CORRODED, COVERED WITH RUST AND HAD A HOLE THE SIZE OF A BASEBALL IN IT. HE CONTACTED THE HYUNDAI SERVICE MANAGER AND STATED THAT HE WOULD CHECK WITH HYUNDAI USA AND FOLLOW UP WITH HIM REGARDI...

May 19, 2010 Suspension 177,000 mi

REAR CROSSMEMBER RUSTED OUT. PASSENGER REAR TIRE TURNED OUT TO RIGHT AND CAUSE ME TO VEER INTO THE RIGHT LANE, NEARLY CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. *TR

May 19, 2010 Suspension 177,000 mi

REAR CROSSMEMBER RUSTED OUT. PASSENGER REAR TIRE TURNED OUT TO RIGHT AND CAUSE ME TO VEER INTO THE RIGHT LANE, NEARLY CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. *TR

May 7, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 100,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE BRAKES WOULD MAKE A GRINDING NOISE AND WHILE SHE ATTEMPTED TO SLOW DOWN, THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTOMOTIVE CENTER FOR REPAIRS. THE FAILURE CONTINUED A SHORT WHILE LATE...

May 7, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 100,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE BRAKES WOULD MAKE A GRINDING NOISE AND WHILE SHE ATTEMPTED TO SLOW DOWN, THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTOMOTIVE CENTER FOR REPAIRS. THE FAILURE CONTINUED A SHORT WHILE LATE...

Apr 16, 2010 Suspension

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WHEN I PURCHASED HE CAR JANUARY 30,2010 IT WAS RUNNING FINE NOW IT RUNS TERRIBLE. I'VE PURCHASED TWO NEW SETS OF TIRES BECAUSE SOMETHING KEEPS WEARING MY TIRES OUT. I SOUNDS LIKE SOMETHING UNDERNEATH IS SCRUBBING. NO PRESSURE OR SUSPENSION, ESPECIALLY ON THE HIGHWAY. *TR

Apr 16, 2010 Tires

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WHEN I PURCHASED HE CAR JANUARY 30,2010 IT WAS RUNNING FINE NOW IT RUNS TERRIBLE. I'VE PURCHASED TWO NEW SETS OF TIRES BECAUSE SOMETHING KEEPS WEARING MY TIRES OUT. I SOUNDS LIKE SOMETHING UNDERNEATH IS SCRUBBING. NO PRESSURE OR SUSPENSION, ESPECIALLY ON THE HIGHWAY. *TR

Apr 16, 2010 Suspension

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WHEN I PURCHASED HE CAR JANUARY 30,2010 IT WAS RUNNING FINE NOW IT RUNS TERRIBLE. I'VE PURCHASED TWO NEW SETS OF TIRES BECAUSE SOMETHING KEEPS WEARING MY TIRES OUT. I SOUNDS LIKE SOMETHING UNDERNEATH IS SCRUBBING. NO PRESSURE OR SUSPENSION, ESPECIALLY ON THE HIGHWAY. *TR

Apr 16, 2010 Tires

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WHEN I PURCHASED HE CAR JANUARY 30,2010 IT WAS RUNNING FINE NOW IT RUNS TERRIBLE. I'VE PURCHASED TWO NEW SETS OF TIRES BECAUSE SOMETHING KEEPS WEARING MY TIRES OUT. I SOUNDS LIKE SOMETHING UNDERNEATH IS SCRUBBING. NO PRESSURE OR SUSPENSION, ESPECIALLY ON THE HIGHWAY. *TR

Apr 7, 2010 Suspension 83,032 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION REGARDING THE NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER WAS 09V124000 (SUSPENSION). THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO NOTIFY THE MANUFACUTURER ON SEVERAL OCCASSIONS WHICH THERE WERE NO RESOLUTIONS. THERE WERE THREE APPOINTMENTS SCHEDULED F...

Apr 7, 2010 Suspension 83,032 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION REGARDING THE NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER WAS 09V124000 (SUSPENSION). THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO NOTIFY THE MANUFACUTURER ON SEVERAL OCCASSIONS WHICH THERE WERE NO RESOLUTIONS. THERE WERE THREE APPOINTMENTS SCHEDULED F...

Mar 25, 2010 Suspension 172,935 mi

BACKING OUT OF DRIVE, RIGHT FRONT FELL. I AM TOLD THE SUB FRAME IS RUSTED

Mar 25, 2010 Structure 172,935 mi

BACKING OUT OF DRIVE, RIGHT FRONT FELL. I AM TOLD THE SUB FRAME IS RUSTED

Mar 25, 2010 Suspension 172,935 mi

BACKING OUT OF DRIVE, RIGHT FRONT FELL. I AM TOLD THE SUB FRAME IS RUSTED

Mar 25, 2010 Structure 172,935 mi

BACKING OUT OF DRIVE, RIGHT FRONT FELL. I AM TOLD THE SUB FRAME IS RUSTED

Mar 5, 2010 Suspension

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA RECALL*CW THE CONSUMER STATED THE SUBFRAME FAILED. *JB

Mar 5, 2010 Suspension

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA RECALL*CW THE CONSUMER STATED THE SUBFRAME FAILED. *JB

Feb 18, 2010 Suspension

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. NHTSA CAMPAIGN NO. 09V124000 HYUNDAI CAMPAIGN NO. 089. *NJ THE CONSUMER'S DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING WHEN THE FRONT FRAME BROKE CAUSING THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE TO FALL TO THE PAVEMENT, WHICH ALSO CAUSED THE FRONT WHEEL TO BECOME DISCONNECTED FROM THE TRANSAXLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED...

Feb 18, 2010 Suspension

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. NHTSA CAMPAIGN NO. 09V124000 HYUNDAI CAMPAIGN NO. 089. *NJ THE CONSUMER'S DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING WHEN THE FRONT FRAME BROKE CAUSING THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE TO FALL TO THE PAVEMENT, WHICH ALSO CAUSED THE FRONT WHEEL TO BECOME DISCONNECTED FROM THE TRANSAXLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED...

Feb 12, 2010 Structure 168,000 mi

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA- FRONT SUBFRAME WAS RECALLED DUE TO DETERIORATION FROM ICE AND SALT. I LIVE IN MAINE. MY ENTIRE SUBFRAME, FRONT AND REAR IS COMPLETELY RUSTED AND DETERIORATED. NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE TO FIX IT, BUT IS VERY DANGEROUS AND I WAS TOLD BY THE DEALERSHIP THIS CAR IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND...

Feb 12, 2010 Structure 168,000 mi

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA- FRONT SUBFRAME WAS RECALLED DUE TO DETERIORATION FROM ICE AND SALT. I LIVE IN MAINE. MY ENTIRE SUBFRAME, FRONT AND REAR IS COMPLETELY RUSTED AND DETERIORATED. NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE TO FIX IT, BUT IS VERY DANGEROUS AND I WAS TOLD BY THE DEALERSHIP THIS CAR IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND...

Feb 6, 2010 Structure 50,638 mi

I HAD TO REPLACE MY SUBFRAME IN JUNE 2007 (2000 HUNDAI SONATA GLS V6). LUCKILY IT WAS CAUGHT BEFORE AN ACCIDENT HAPPENED. IT VERY OBVIOUSLY WAS DUE TO PROBLEMS THE SAME PROBLEMS LISTED IN CAMPAIGN 089. WHY AM I NOT BEING OFFERED A FULL REFUND FOR MY DAMAGE AS WELL? BECAUSE I BOUGHT THE CAR FROM ...

Feb 6, 2010 Structure 50,638 mi

I HAD TO REPLACE MY SUBFRAME IN JUNE 2007 (2000 HUNDAI SONATA GLS V6). LUCKILY IT WAS CAUGHT BEFORE AN ACCIDENT HAPPENED. IT VERY OBVIOUSLY WAS DUE TO PROBLEMS THE SAME PROBLEMS LISTED IN CAMPAIGN 089. WHY AM I NOT BEING OFFERED A FULL REFUND FOR MY DAMAGE AS WELL? BECAUSE I BOUGHT THE CAR FROM ...

Jan 15, 2010 Suspension 140,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 7 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS AND HEARD A LOUD NOISE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. SUDDENLY, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE COLLAPSED WITH THE DETACHMENT OF THE FRONT PASSENGER TIRE. THE SUBFRAME EXHIBITED SEVERE RUST CORR...

Jan 15, 2010 Suspension 108,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING AT SPEEDS OF LESS THAN 2 MPH, THE PASSENGER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A NEARBY SERVICE STATION IN WHICH THEY STATED THAT THEY COULD NOT REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO THEIR INDE...

Jan 15, 2010 Suspension 140,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 7 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS AND HEARD A LOUD NOISE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. SUDDENLY, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE COLLAPSED WITH THE DETACHMENT OF THE FRONT PASSENGER TIRE. THE SUBFRAME EXHIBITED SEVERE RUST CORR...

Jan 15, 2010 Suspension 108,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING AT SPEEDS OF LESS THAN 2 MPH, THE PASSENGER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A NEARBY SERVICE STATION IN WHICH THEY STATED THAT THEY COULD NOT REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO THEIR INDE...

Jan 11, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 90,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH WHEN THE "CHECK ENGINE" WARNING LIGHT INDICATOR ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND IMMEDIATELY, THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AND RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION. THE WARNING INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINA...

Jan 11, 2010 Electrical System 90,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH WHEN THE "CHECK ENGINE" WARNING LIGHT INDICATOR ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND IMMEDIATELY, THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AND RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION. THE WARNING INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINA...

Jan 11, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 90,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH WHEN THE "CHECK ENGINE" WARNING LIGHT INDICATOR ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND IMMEDIATELY, THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AND RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION. THE WARNING INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINA...

Jan 11, 2010 Electrical System 90,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH WHEN THE "CHECK ENGINE" WARNING LIGHT INDICATOR ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND IMMEDIATELY, THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AND RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION. THE WARNING INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINA...

Jan 7, 2010 Suspension

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE 09V124000 FOR THE SUSPENSION ON JANUARY 5, 2010. THE CONTACT FOUND THAT THE MANUFACTURERS REPORT DATE WAS 4/14/09 AND THAT THE FIRST RECALL LETTER MAILING STARTED IN JULY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT DUE TO THE...

Jan 7, 2010 Suspension

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE 09V124000 FOR THE SUSPENSION ON JANUARY 5, 2010. THE CONTACT FOUND THAT THE MANUFACTURERS REPORT DATE WAS 4/14/09 AND THAT THE FIRST RECALL LETTER MAILING STARTED IN JULY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT DUE TO THE...

Dec 31, 2009 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. HE RECEIVED RECALL ID NUMBER 09V124000 (SUSPENSION). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THE FRONT SUB FRAME REQUIRED REPLACEMENT. THE FRONT END SUSPENSION WAS REPLACED. HOWEVER, THE TECHNICIAN STATED THEY WOULD NOT BE...

Dec 31, 2009 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. HE RECEIVED RECALL ID NUMBER 09V124000 (SUSPENSION). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THE FRONT SUB FRAME REQUIRED REPLACEMENT. THE FRONT END SUSPENSION WAS REPLACED. HOWEVER, THE TECHNICIAN STATED THEY WOULD NOT BE...

Dec 16, 2009 Structure 172,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHENEVER THE VEHICLE STRUCK BUMPS IN THE ROADWAY AT SPEEDS BELOW 50 MPH, HE WOULD HEAR AN EXTREMELY LOUD NOISE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND DETECTED THAT THE FRAME WHICH CONNECTS THE REAR TIRES AXLE HAD SEVERE CORROSION. ...

Dec 16, 2009 Structure 172,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHENEVER THE VEHICLE STRUCK BUMPS IN THE ROADWAY AT SPEEDS BELOW 50 MPH, HE WOULD HEAR AN EXTREMELY LOUD NOISE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND DETECTED THAT THE FRAME WHICH CONNECTS THE REAR TIRES AXLE HAD SEVERE CORROSION. ...

Oct 13, 2009 Suspension 141,908 mi

I WAS USING THE AS NORMAL, THEN THE CAR BEGAN TO PULL TO THE RIGHT. MY FIRST THOUGHT WAS THAT I NEEDED AN ALIGNMENT, BUT AS I WAS PULLING INTO A STORE I HEARD A POP AND THEN THE RIGHT WHEEL WOULD NOT ROLL. I THEN CONTACTED A TOW TRUCK TO HAVE IT TOWED. I GOT THE CAR A HYUNDAI SONATA LIFTED ON JAC...

Oct 13, 2009 Suspension 141,908 mi

I WAS USING THE AS NORMAL, THEN THE CAR BEGAN TO PULL TO THE RIGHT. MY FIRST THOUGHT WAS THAT I NEEDED AN ALIGNMENT, BUT AS I WAS PULLING INTO A STORE I HEARD A POP AND THEN THE RIGHT WHEEL WOULD NOT ROLL. I THEN CONTACTED A TOW TRUCK TO HAVE IT TOWED. I GOT THE CAR A HYUNDAI SONATA LIFTED ON JAC...

Oct 3, 2009 Structure 104,000 mi

OUR 17 YR OLD DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING 35-40 MPH WHEN ALL OF THE SUDDEN THE CAR STARTED SHAKING VIOLENTLY AND THE ABILITY TO STEER THE CAR WAS NON EXISTENT. SHE FOUGHT WITH THE STEERING TO TRY TO GET IT OFF THE VERY BUSY ROAD WITHOUT SUCCESS. CAR HAD TO BE TOWED TO OUR MECHANIC WHO FOUND THE SUB FRAME...

Oct 3, 2009 Structure 104,000 mi

OUR 17 YR OLD DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING 35-40 MPH WHEN ALL OF THE SUDDEN THE CAR STARTED SHAKING VIOLENTLY AND THE ABILITY TO STEER THE CAR WAS NON EXISTENT. SHE FOUGHT WITH THE STEERING TO TRY TO GET IT OFF THE VERY BUSY ROAD WITHOUT SUCCESS. CAR HAD TO BE TOWED TO OUR MECHANIC WHO FOUND THE SUB FRAME...

Sep 29, 2009 Suspension

CONSUMER WANTS TO BE REIMBURSED FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS ON 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. *NJ THE CONSUMER STATED HE SPENT $600 2 YEARS AGO TO FIX THE SUB-FRAME BEFORE HE KNEW ABOUT A RECALL. *JB

Sep 29, 2009 Suspension

CONSUMER WANTS TO BE REIMBURSED FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS ON 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. *NJ THE CONSUMER STATED HE SPENT $600 2 YEARS AGO TO FIX THE SUB-FRAME BEFORE HE KNEW ABOUT A RECALL. *JB

Sep 25, 2009 Structure 130,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE BEGAN PULLING TO THE RIGHT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH. SHE WAS ONLY ABLE TO DRIVE STRAIGHT WHEN SHE FORCED THE STEERING WHEEL IN THAT DIRECTION. SHE EXPECTED THE FAILURE TO BE RELATED TO THE ALIGNMENT; HOWEVER, A ...

Sep 25, 2009 Structure 130,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE BEGAN PULLING TO THE RIGHT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH. SHE WAS ONLY ABLE TO DRIVE STRAIGHT WHEN SHE FORCED THE STEERING WHEEL IN THAT DIRECTION. SHE EXPECTED THE FAILURE TO BE RELATED TO THE ALIGNMENT; HOWEVER, A ...

Sep 3, 2009 Structure 129,060 mi

I WAS APPROACHING A RED LIGHT AND WHEN I PRESSED MY BRAKES MY DRIVING AXLE SEPARATED FROM MY FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE. AFTER THAT HAPPENED A MECHANIC LIFTED MY CAR UP AND WE SAW THAT THE FRAME WAS ALMOST COMPLETELY COVERED WITH RUST. I CALLED THE CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBER FOR THE COMPANY THAT MAKES TH...

Sep 3, 2009 Wheels 129,060 mi

I WAS APPROACHING A RED LIGHT AND WHEN I PRESSED MY BRAKES MY DRIVING AXLE SEPARATED FROM MY FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE. AFTER THAT HAPPENED A MECHANIC LIFTED MY CAR UP AND WE SAW THAT THE FRAME WAS ALMOST COMPLETELY COVERED WITH RUST. I CALLED THE CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBER FOR THE COMPANY THAT MAKES TH...

Sep 3, 2009 Structure 129,060 mi

I WAS APPROACHING A RED LIGHT AND WHEN I PRESSED MY BRAKES MY DRIVING AXLE SEPARATED FROM MY FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE. AFTER THAT HAPPENED A MECHANIC LIFTED MY CAR UP AND WE SAW THAT THE FRAME WAS ALMOST COMPLETELY COVERED WITH RUST. I CALLED THE CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBER FOR THE COMPANY THAT MAKES TH...

Sep 3, 2009 Wheels 129,060 mi

I WAS APPROACHING A RED LIGHT AND WHEN I PRESSED MY BRAKES MY DRIVING AXLE SEPARATED FROM MY FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE. AFTER THAT HAPPENED A MECHANIC LIFTED MY CAR UP AND WE SAW THAT THE FRAME WAS ALMOST COMPLETELY COVERED WITH RUST. I CALLED THE CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBER FOR THE COMPANY THAT MAKES TH...

Aug 25, 2009 Electrical System 160,000 mi

I PULLED OUT INTO THE ROAD FROM A STOP SIGN AND MY CAR LOSS POWER AS THERE WAS ONCOMING TRAFFIC ALMOST COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP. I HAD TO COME COMPLETELY OFF THE GAS PEDAL AND STOP, AS I RESUMED THE CAR BEGAN JERKING AND SLOWING RESUMING SPEED. I WAS ALMOST REAR ENDED WITH MY KIDS SITTING IN THE BA...

Aug 25, 2009 Electrical System 160,000 mi

I PULLED OUT INTO THE ROAD FROM A STOP SIGN AND MY CAR LOSS POWER AS THERE WAS ONCOMING TRAFFIC ALMOST COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP. I HAD TO COME COMPLETELY OFF THE GAS PEDAL AND STOP, AS I RESUMED THE CAR BEGAN JERKING AND SLOWING RESUMING SPEED. I WAS ALMOST REAR ENDED WITH MY KIDS SITTING IN THE BA...

Aug 24, 2009 Suspension 185,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING MY CAR AT ABOUT 20-30 MPH MY SUB-FRAME COLLAPSED WHICH CAUSED MY FRONT DRIVERS SIDE TIRE TO COME COMPLETELY OFF. WHEN THE SUBFRAME COLLAPSED IT FELL ON MY AXLE WHICH DAMAGED. WHILE THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE SUBFRAME MY AXLE WAS NOT COVERED EVEN THOUGHT THE...

Aug 24, 2009 Suspension 185,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING MY CAR AT ABOUT 20-30 MPH MY SUB-FRAME COLLAPSED WHICH CAUSED MY FRONT DRIVERS SIDE TIRE TO COME COMPLETELY OFF. WHEN THE SUBFRAME COLLAPSED IT FELL ON MY AXLE WHICH DAMAGED. WHILE THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE SUBFRAME MY AXLE WAS NOT COVERED EVEN THOUGHT THE...

Aug 24, 2009 Structure 185,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING MY CAR AT ABOUT 20-30 MPH MY SUB-FRAME COLLAPSED WHICH CAUSED MY FRONT DRIVERS SIDE TIRE TO COME COMPLETELY OFF. WHEN THE SUBFRAME COLLAPSED IT FELL ON MY AXLE WHICH DAMAGED. WHILE THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE SUBFRAME MY AXLE WAS NOT COVERED EVEN THOUGHT THE...

Aug 24, 2009 Suspension 185,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING MY CAR AT ABOUT 20-30 MPH MY SUB-FRAME COLLAPSED WHICH CAUSED MY FRONT DRIVERS SIDE TIRE TO COME COMPLETELY OFF. WHEN THE SUBFRAME COLLAPSED IT FELL ON MY AXLE WHICH DAMAGED. WHILE THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE SUBFRAME MY AXLE WAS NOT COVERED EVEN THOUGHT THE...

Aug 24, 2009 Suspension 185,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING MY CAR AT ABOUT 20-30 MPH MY SUB-FRAME COLLAPSED WHICH CAUSED MY FRONT DRIVERS SIDE TIRE TO COME COMPLETELY OFF. WHEN THE SUBFRAME COLLAPSED IT FELL ON MY AXLE WHICH DAMAGED. WHILE THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE SUBFRAME MY AXLE WAS NOT COVERED EVEN THOUGHT THE...

Aug 24, 2009 Structure 185,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING MY CAR AT ABOUT 20-30 MPH MY SUB-FRAME COLLAPSED WHICH CAUSED MY FRONT DRIVERS SIDE TIRE TO COME COMPLETELY OFF. WHEN THE SUBFRAME COLLAPSED IT FELL ON MY AXLE WHICH DAMAGED. WHILE THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE SUBFRAME MY AXLE WAS NOT COVERED EVEN THOUGHT THE...

Aug 18, 2009 Suspension 136,000 mi

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA ENGINE CRADLE RUSTED OUT, NO ACCIDENT, ONE OWNER, NJ. HYUNDAI COVERS REPAIR FOR YEARS 2001-2004 FOR THE SAME EXACT DEFECT BUT WILL NOT COVER THE YEAR 2000. *TR

Aug 18, 2009 Suspension 136,000 mi

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA ENGINE CRADLE RUSTED OUT, NO ACCIDENT, ONE OWNER, NJ. HYUNDAI COVERS REPAIR FOR YEARS 2001-2004 FOR THE SAME EXACT DEFECT BUT WILL NOT COVER THE YEAR 2000. *TR

Aug 3, 2009 Suspension Crash 146,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA THAT THE FRONT RIGHT SUBFRAME HAS COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH AND THERE IS ANOTHER HUGE HOLE ON THE OTHER SIDE AS WELL. I KNOW HYUNDAI HAS ISSUED A RECALL, BUT IT DOES NOT AFFECT MY STATE-TN. I AM A SINGLE MOTHER AND STUDENT WHO HAS PUT A LOT OF MONEY IN THAT CAR. TRANS...

Aug 3, 2009 Suspension Crash 146,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA THAT THE FRONT RIGHT SUBFRAME HAS COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH AND THERE IS ANOTHER HUGE HOLE ON THE OTHER SIDE AS WELL. I KNOW HYUNDAI HAS ISSUED A RECALL, BUT IT DOES NOT AFFECT MY STATE-TN. I AM A SINGLE MOTHER AND STUDENT WHO HAS PUT A LOT OF MONEY IN THAT CAR. TRANS...

Jul 26, 2009 Suspension 100,000 mi

HI I'M AN OWNER OF A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WHO RESIDES IN THE STATE OF IOWA. I'M WRITING IN REGARDS TO THE HYUNDAI RECALL #089. THE LOWER CONTROL ARM HAS DETACHED FROM THE SUB-FRAME ON MY VEHICLE RENDERING IT UNDRIVEABLE. I HAVEN'T RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION LETTER ABOUT THE RECALL YET. DO I NEED TO ACT...

Jul 26, 2009 Suspension 100,000 mi

HI I'M AN OWNER OF A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WHO RESIDES IN THE STATE OF IOWA. I'M WRITING IN REGARDS TO THE HYUNDAI RECALL #089. THE LOWER CONTROL ARM HAS DETACHED FROM THE SUB-FRAME ON MY VEHICLE RENDERING IT UNDRIVEABLE. I HAVEN'T RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION LETTER ABOUT THE RECALL YET. DO I NEED TO ACT...

Jul 16, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 13,559 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE ENGINE BEGAN TO REV EXCESSIVELY HIGH AND THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE HESITATED AND VIBRATED. IN ADDITION, THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTED VIOLEN...

Jul 16, 2009 Power Train 13,559 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE ENGINE BEGAN TO REV EXCESSIVELY HIGH AND THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE HESITATED AND VIBRATED. IN ADDITION, THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTED VIOLEN...

Jul 16, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 13,559 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE ENGINE BEGAN TO REV EXCESSIVELY HIGH AND THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE HESITATED AND VIBRATED. IN ADDITION, THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTED VIOLEN...

Jul 16, 2009 Steering 105,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 44-55 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN PULLING TO THE LEFT WITHOUT ASSISTANCE. THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED DIFFICULTY STEERING THE VEHICLE AND HAD TO EXERT GREAT EFFORT TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE STEERED ONLY IN ONE DIRECTION WITHOUT...

Jul 16, 2009 Structure 105,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 44-55 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN PULLING TO THE LEFT WITHOUT ASSISTANCE. THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED DIFFICULTY STEERING THE VEHICLE AND HAD TO EXERT GREAT EFFORT TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE STEERED ONLY IN ONE DIRECTION WITHOUT...

Jul 16, 2009 Suspension 105,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 44-55 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN PULLING TO THE LEFT WITHOUT ASSISTANCE. THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED DIFFICULTY STEERING THE VEHICLE AND HAD TO EXERT GREAT EFFORT TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE STEERED ONLY IN ONE DIRECTION WITHOUT...

Jul 16, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 13,559 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE ENGINE BEGAN TO REV EXCESSIVELY HIGH AND THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE HESITATED AND VIBRATED. IN ADDITION, THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTED VIOLEN...

Jul 16, 2009 Power Train 13,559 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE ENGINE BEGAN TO REV EXCESSIVELY HIGH AND THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE HESITATED AND VIBRATED. IN ADDITION, THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTED VIOLEN...

Jul 16, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 13,559 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE ENGINE BEGAN TO REV EXCESSIVELY HIGH AND THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE HESITATED AND VIBRATED. IN ADDITION, THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTED VIOLEN...

Jul 16, 2009 Steering 105,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 44-55 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN PULLING TO THE LEFT WITHOUT ASSISTANCE. THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED DIFFICULTY STEERING THE VEHICLE AND HAD TO EXERT GREAT EFFORT TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE STEERED ONLY IN ONE DIRECTION WITHOUT...

Jul 16, 2009 Structure 105,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 44-55 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN PULLING TO THE LEFT WITHOUT ASSISTANCE. THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED DIFFICULTY STEERING THE VEHICLE AND HAD TO EXERT GREAT EFFORT TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE STEERED ONLY IN ONE DIRECTION WITHOUT...

Jul 16, 2009 Suspension 105,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 44-55 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN PULLING TO THE LEFT WITHOUT ASSISTANCE. THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED DIFFICULTY STEERING THE VEHICLE AND HAD TO EXERT GREAT EFFORT TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE STEERED ONLY IN ONE DIRECTION WITHOUT...

Jun 22, 2009 Suspension 122,000 mi

FRAME RUSTED OUT ON RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. RIGHT FRONT WHEEL CAME LOOSE COLLAPSED, BREAKING TRANS AXLE.....REPAIR COSTS OVER $2000.00...NOT...INCLUDING POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO TRANSMISSION, IF I DID GET FRAME REPAIRED...MANY CONVERSATIONS WITH HYUNDAI, NEVER TOLD THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS PROBLEM ...

Jun 22, 2009 Structure 122,000 mi

FRAME RUSTED OUT ON RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. RIGHT FRONT WHEEL CAME LOOSE COLLAPSED, BREAKING TRANS AXLE.....REPAIR COSTS OVER $2000.00...NOT...INCLUDING POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO TRANSMISSION, IF I DID GET FRAME REPAIRED...MANY CONVERSATIONS WITH HYUNDAI, NEVER TOLD THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS PROBLEM ...

Jun 22, 2009 Suspension 122,000 mi

FRAME RUSTED OUT ON RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. RIGHT FRONT WHEEL CAME LOOSE COLLAPSED, BREAKING TRANS AXLE.....REPAIR COSTS OVER $2000.00...NOT...INCLUDING POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO TRANSMISSION, IF I DID GET FRAME REPAIRED...MANY CONVERSATIONS WITH HYUNDAI, NEVER TOLD THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS PROBLEM ...

Jun 22, 2009 Structure 122,000 mi

FRAME RUSTED OUT ON RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. RIGHT FRONT WHEEL CAME LOOSE COLLAPSED, BREAKING TRANS AXLE.....REPAIR COSTS OVER $2000.00...NOT...INCLUDING POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO TRANSMISSION, IF I DID GET FRAME REPAIRED...MANY CONVERSATIONS WITH HYUNDAI, NEVER TOLD THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS PROBLEM ...

Jun 16, 2009 Structure 100,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE PULLS HARD TO THE RIGHT. HE NOTICED THAT THE WHEEL WAS BENT AT A 45 DEGREE ANGLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A TIRE SHOP AND THE TECHNICIAN NOTICED HOLES IN THE FRAME NEXT TO THE WHEEL. THE TIRE SHOP RE...

Jun 16, 2009 Structure 100,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE PULLS HARD TO THE RIGHT. HE NOTICED THAT THE WHEEL WAS BENT AT A 45 DEGREE ANGLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A TIRE SHOP AND THE TECHNICIAN NOTICED HOLES IN THE FRAME NEXT TO THE WHEEL. THE TIRE SHOP RE...

May 26, 2009 Structure

RUSTED SUBFRAME ON HYUNDAI SONATA GLS CAUSED CV JOINT TO COME OFF WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, COMPANY ONLY PAYING TO FIX SUBFRAME, HYUNDAI NOT PAYING FOR TOW OR RENTAL CAR. *TR

May 26, 2009 Structure

RUSTED SUBFRAME ON HYUNDAI SONATA GLS CAUSED CV JOINT TO COME OFF WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, COMPANY ONLY PAYING TO FIX SUBFRAME, HYUNDAI NOT PAYING FOR TOW OR RENTAL CAR. *TR

May 12, 2009 Structure 123,244 mi

WE TALK TO CONSUMER AFFAIR AND GAVE THEM THE VIN # AND THEY TOLD US THAT THE CAR WAS NOT COVER IN THE USA THAT THE CAR WAS MADE OUT SIDE THE USA AND THAT WE NEEDED TO CALL CANADA OR NEW MEXICO TO SEE WHAT THEY WILL DO, SUB FRAME RUST UNDER OUR 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA RIGHT WHEEL IS ALMOST OFF AND WE H...

May 12, 2009 Structure 123,244 mi

WE TALK TO CONSUMER AFFAIR AND GAVE THEM THE VIN # AND THEY TOLD US THAT THE CAR WAS NOT COVER IN THE USA THAT THE CAR WAS MADE OUT SIDE THE USA AND THAT WE NEEDED TO CALL CANADA OR NEW MEXICO TO SEE WHAT THEY WILL DO, SUB FRAME RUST UNDER OUR 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA RIGHT WHEEL IS ALMOST OFF AND WE H...

Apr 16, 2009 Air Bags 96,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG INDICATOR IS CONSTANTLY ILLUMINATED, WHICH MEANS THAT THE AIR BAGS ARE DEACTIVATED. THE DEALER TURNED OFF THE INDICATOR WITH THE USE OF A COMPUTER; HOWEVER, THE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AGAIN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK T...

Apr 16, 2009 Air Bags 96,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG INDICATOR IS CONSTANTLY ILLUMINATED, WHICH MEANS THAT THE AIR BAGS ARE DEACTIVATED. THE DEALER TURNED OFF THE INDICATOR WITH THE USE OF A COMPUTER; HOWEVER, THE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AGAIN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK T...

Apr 15, 2009 Structure 86,100 mi

WHEN I BROUGHT CAR IN FOR INSPECTION, WAS TOLD FRONT SUB-FRAME WAS ROTTED OUT. THERE IS A SIX INCH HOLE IN IT. THE CAR HAS ALWAYS BEEN WELL MAINTAINED, IT HAS LOW MILES, AND IT SHOULD NOT HAVE ROTTED OUT LIKE IT HAS ALREADY. IF I HAD KEPT DRIVING IT THE ENTIRE WHEEL COULD HAVE FALLEN OFF, POSSIBLY H...

Apr 15, 2009 Structure 86,100 mi

WHEN I BROUGHT CAR IN FOR INSPECTION, WAS TOLD FRONT SUB-FRAME WAS ROTTED OUT. THERE IS A SIX INCH HOLE IN IT. THE CAR HAS ALWAYS BEEN WELL MAINTAINED, IT HAS LOW MILES, AND IT SHOULD NOT HAVE ROTTED OUT LIKE IT HAS ALREADY. IF I HAD KEPT DRIVING IT THE ENTIRE WHEEL COULD HAVE FALLEN OFF, POSSIBLY H...

Apr 13, 2009 Power Train 150,000 mi

TRANSMISSION INPUT SPEED SENSOR FAILURE, THIS PROBLEM IS SHOCKINGLY ALL OVER THE INTERNET, THE SENSOR FAILS AND IF YOUR ON THE HIGHWAY, YOU SUDDENLY SLAM DOWN IN SPEED TO ALMOST HALF YOUR PREVIOUS SPEED WITH A LOUD BANG AS THE TRANSAXLE JUMPS FROM 4TH GEAR TO 2ND GEAR AND THE ENGINE REDLINES. DUE T...

Apr 13, 2009 Electrical System 150,000 mi

TRANSMISSION INPUT SPEED SENSOR FAILURE, THIS PROBLEM IS SHOCKINGLY ALL OVER THE INTERNET, THE SENSOR FAILS AND IF YOUR ON THE HIGHWAY, YOU SUDDENLY SLAM DOWN IN SPEED TO ALMOST HALF YOUR PREVIOUS SPEED WITH A LOUD BANG AS THE TRANSAXLE JUMPS FROM 4TH GEAR TO 2ND GEAR AND THE ENGINE REDLINES. DUE T...

Apr 13, 2009 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 150,000 mi

TRANSMISSION INPUT SPEED SENSOR FAILURE, THIS PROBLEM IS SHOCKINGLY ALL OVER THE INTERNET, THE SENSOR FAILS AND IF YOUR ON THE HIGHWAY, YOU SUDDENLY SLAM DOWN IN SPEED TO ALMOST HALF YOUR PREVIOUS SPEED WITH A LOUD BANG AS THE TRANSAXLE JUMPS FROM 4TH GEAR TO 2ND GEAR AND THE ENGINE REDLINES. DUE T...

Apr 13, 2009 Power Train 150,000 mi

TRANSMISSION INPUT SPEED SENSOR FAILURE, THIS PROBLEM IS SHOCKINGLY ALL OVER THE INTERNET, THE SENSOR FAILS AND IF YOUR ON THE HIGHWAY, YOU SUDDENLY SLAM DOWN IN SPEED TO ALMOST HALF YOUR PREVIOUS SPEED WITH A LOUD BANG AS THE TRANSAXLE JUMPS FROM 4TH GEAR TO 2ND GEAR AND THE ENGINE REDLINES. DUE T...

Apr 13, 2009 Electrical System 150,000 mi

TRANSMISSION INPUT SPEED SENSOR FAILURE, THIS PROBLEM IS SHOCKINGLY ALL OVER THE INTERNET, THE SENSOR FAILS AND IF YOUR ON THE HIGHWAY, YOU SUDDENLY SLAM DOWN IN SPEED TO ALMOST HALF YOUR PREVIOUS SPEED WITH A LOUD BANG AS THE TRANSAXLE JUMPS FROM 4TH GEAR TO 2ND GEAR AND THE ENGINE REDLINES. DUE T...

Apr 13, 2009 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 150,000 mi

TRANSMISSION INPUT SPEED SENSOR FAILURE, THIS PROBLEM IS SHOCKINGLY ALL OVER THE INTERNET, THE SENSOR FAILS AND IF YOUR ON THE HIGHWAY, YOU SUDDENLY SLAM DOWN IN SPEED TO ALMOST HALF YOUR PREVIOUS SPEED WITH A LOUD BANG AS THE TRANSAXLE JUMPS FROM 4TH GEAR TO 2ND GEAR AND THE ENGINE REDLINES. DUE T...

Apr 9, 2009 Structure 68,009 mi

I RECENTLY BOUGHT A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA AND WAS TOLD THAT THERE WAS AN ALIGNMENT PROBLEM. AT FIRST IT WASN'T TOO BAD BUT I TOOK IT IN TO GET THE ALIGNMENT FIXED. THE MECHANIC ASKED ME TO COME LOOK AT THE CAR. WHEN I WENT UNDER THE VEHICLE THE MECHANIC POINTED OUT TO ME THAT THERE WAS A GAPING HOLE I...

Apr 9, 2009 Structure 68,009 mi

I RECENTLY BOUGHT A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA AND WAS TOLD THAT THERE WAS AN ALIGNMENT PROBLEM. AT FIRST IT WASN'T TOO BAD BUT I TOOK IT IN TO GET THE ALIGNMENT FIXED. THE MECHANIC ASKED ME TO COME LOOK AT THE CAR. WHEN I WENT UNDER THE VEHICLE THE MECHANIC POINTED OUT TO ME THAT THERE WAS A GAPING HOLE I...

Apr 6, 2009 Structure 123,327 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA MY LEFT FRONT WHEEL FELL OFF. MY FATHER AND THE TOW TRUCK OPERATOR SAID THE LOWER CONTROL ARM HAD COME OFF AFTER LOOKING FURTHER WE NOTICED THE SUB FRAME HAD BROKEN APART DUE TO ROT. THIS CAR WAS WELL CARED FOR AND IM FINDING IT HARD TO ACCEPT THIS AS NORMAL. AFT...

Apr 6, 2009 Structure 123,327 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA MY LEFT FRONT WHEEL FELL OFF. MY FATHER AND THE TOW TRUCK OPERATOR SAID THE LOWER CONTROL ARM HAD COME OFF AFTER LOOKING FURTHER WE NOTICED THE SUB FRAME HAD BROKEN APART DUE TO ROT. THIS CAR WAS WELL CARED FOR AND IM FINDING IT HARD TO ACCEPT THIS AS NORMAL. AFT...

Apr 4, 2009 Structure 117,890 mi

WE HAVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE STEERING WENT OUT OF CONTROL AND NEARLY THREW MY STEPSON (AGE 23) UNDER A TRACTOR TRAILER. UPON TAKING THE VEHICLE TO THE SHOP TO SEE WHAT WAS WRONG, THE NEW TIRES WERE COMPLETELY WORE OUT WITH METAL STICKING OUT. IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE SUBFRAME OF THE SONATA W...

Apr 4, 2009 Structure 117,890 mi

WE HAVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE STEERING WENT OUT OF CONTROL AND NEARLY THREW MY STEPSON (AGE 23) UNDER A TRACTOR TRAILER. UPON TAKING THE VEHICLE TO THE SHOP TO SEE WHAT WAS WRONG, THE NEW TIRES WERE COMPLETELY WORE OUT WITH METAL STICKING OUT. IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE SUBFRAME OF THE SONATA W...

Mar 27, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 113,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING, THE DRIVER INSPECTED UNDERNEATH THE HOOD AND OBSERVED FUEL LEAKAGE FROM THE FUEL LINE. THERE WERE NO WARNINGS PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE WAS RELATED TO THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL LINE. THE CONTACT IS IN THE PROCESS OF RE...

Mar 27, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 113,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING, THE DRIVER INSPECTED UNDERNEATH THE HOOD AND OBSERVED FUEL LEAKAGE FROM THE FUEL LINE. THERE WERE NO WARNINGS PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE WAS RELATED TO THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL LINE. THE CONTACT IS IN THE PROCESS OF RE...

Mar 24, 2009 Structure 128,000 mi

AFTER TAKING MY 2000 SONATA TO TOWN FAIR TIRES TO REPLACE A DAMAGED TIRE I WAS TOLD "YOU HAVE A HOLE IN YOUR FRAME...YOU SHOULD GET THAT LOOKED AT" ...SO THE FOLLOWING MONDAY I TOOK IT IN TO MY MECHANIC WHO TOLD ME THAT TOWNFAIR TIRES NEVER SHOULD HAVE LET ME LEAVE THE LOT. MY A-FRAME HAD A 6" PIECE...

Mar 24, 2009 Structure 128,000 mi

AFTER TAKING MY 2000 SONATA TO TOWN FAIR TIRES TO REPLACE A DAMAGED TIRE I WAS TOLD "YOU HAVE A HOLE IN YOUR FRAME...YOU SHOULD GET THAT LOOKED AT" ...SO THE FOLLOWING MONDAY I TOOK IT IN TO MY MECHANIC WHO TOLD ME THAT TOWNFAIR TIRES NEVER SHOULD HAVE LET ME LEAVE THE LOT. MY A-FRAME HAD A 6" PIECE...

Mar 24, 2009 Structure 128,000 mi

AFTER TAKING MY 2000 SONATA TO TOWN FAIR TIRES TO REPLACE A DAMAGED TIRE I WAS TOLD "YOU HAVE A HOLE IN YOUR FRAME...YOU SHOULD GET THAT LOOKED AT" ...SO THE FOLLOWING MONDAY I TOOK IT IN TO MY MECHANIC WHO TOLD ME THAT TOWNFAIR TIRES NEVER SHOULD HAVE LET ME LEAVE THE LOT. MY A-FRAME HAD A 6" PIECE...

Mar 24, 2009 Structure 128,000 mi

AFTER TAKING MY 2000 SONATA TO TOWN FAIR TIRES TO REPLACE A DAMAGED TIRE I WAS TOLD "YOU HAVE A HOLE IN YOUR FRAME...YOU SHOULD GET THAT LOOKED AT" ...SO THE FOLLOWING MONDAY I TOOK IT IN TO MY MECHANIC WHO TOLD ME THAT TOWNFAIR TIRES NEVER SHOULD HAVE LET ME LEAVE THE LOT. MY A-FRAME HAD A 6" PIECE...

Mar 11, 2009 Suspension 151,000 mi

I WAS PULLING OUT OF A GAS STATION INTO A VERY BUSY INTERSECTION DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC IN MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. I THEN HEARD A SNAP, A GRINDING NOISE, AND I COULD NO LONGER ACCELERATE MY CAR. I WAS ALMOST HIT BY SEVERAL CARS PASSING BY AT HIGH SPEEDS THAT DID NOT SEE MY CAR BECAUSE THEY WERE ...

Mar 11, 2009 Suspension 151,000 mi

I WAS PULLING OUT OF A GAS STATION INTO A VERY BUSY INTERSECTION DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC IN MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. I THEN HEARD A SNAP, A GRINDING NOISE, AND I COULD NO LONGER ACCELERATE MY CAR. I WAS ALMOST HIT BY SEVERAL CARS PASSING BY AT HIGH SPEEDS THAT DID NOT SEE MY CAR BECAUSE THEY WERE ...

Mar 10, 2009 Structure 128,165 mi

I HAVE A 2000 SONATA WITH 128,165 MILES WITH A SUB-FRAME RUST PROBLEM. THE RIGHT SIDE LOWER CONTROL A-ARM IS SEPARATING FROM THE SUB-FRAME WITH MORE THAN ONE RUST HOLE EVIDENT IN THE SUB-FRAME. IT WAS DISCOVERED BY OUR LOCAL ALIGNMENT SHOP. TOOK THE CAR TO THEM FOR AN ALIGNMENT BECAUSE THE CAR P...

Mar 10, 2009 Suspension 128,165 mi

I HAVE A 2000 SONATA WITH 128,165 MILES WITH A SUB-FRAME RUST PROBLEM. THE RIGHT SIDE LOWER CONTROL A-ARM IS SEPARATING FROM THE SUB-FRAME WITH MORE THAN ONE RUST HOLE EVIDENT IN THE SUB-FRAME. IT WAS DISCOVERED BY OUR LOCAL ALIGNMENT SHOP. TOOK THE CAR TO THEM FOR AN ALIGNMENT BECAUSE THE CAR P...

Mar 10, 2009 Structure 128,165 mi

I HAVE A 2000 SONATA WITH 128,165 MILES WITH A SUB-FRAME RUST PROBLEM. THE RIGHT SIDE LOWER CONTROL A-ARM IS SEPARATING FROM THE SUB-FRAME WITH MORE THAN ONE RUST HOLE EVIDENT IN THE SUB-FRAME. IT WAS DISCOVERED BY OUR LOCAL ALIGNMENT SHOP. TOOK THE CAR TO THEM FOR AN ALIGNMENT BECAUSE THE CAR P...

Mar 10, 2009 Suspension 128,165 mi

I HAVE A 2000 SONATA WITH 128,165 MILES WITH A SUB-FRAME RUST PROBLEM. THE RIGHT SIDE LOWER CONTROL A-ARM IS SEPARATING FROM THE SUB-FRAME WITH MORE THAN ONE RUST HOLE EVIDENT IN THE SUB-FRAME. IT WAS DISCOVERED BY OUR LOCAL ALIGNMENT SHOP. TOOK THE CAR TO THEM FOR AN ALIGNMENT BECAUSE THE CAR P...

Mar 9, 2009 Structure 108,000 mi

SUB-FRAME CORROSION RESULTED IN A LOSS OF CONTROL AND VEHICLE DISABLEMENT DUE TO WHEEL COLLAPSE. *TR

Mar 9, 2009 Wheels 108,000 mi

SUB-FRAME CORROSION RESULTED IN A LOSS OF CONTROL AND VEHICLE DISABLEMENT DUE TO WHEEL COLLAPSE. *TR

Mar 9, 2009 Structure 108,000 mi

SUB-FRAME CORROSION RESULTED IN A LOSS OF CONTROL AND VEHICLE DISABLEMENT DUE TO WHEEL COLLAPSE. *TR

Mar 9, 2009 Wheels 108,000 mi

SUB-FRAME CORROSION RESULTED IN A LOSS OF CONTROL AND VEHICLE DISABLEMENT DUE TO WHEEL COLLAPSE. *TR

Mar 6, 2009 Structure 98,000 mi

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA SUB FRAME RUSTED OUT, THIS VEHICLE IS USED BY MY SON TO COMMUTE TO COLLEGE DAILY AND IT'S A MIRACLE THAT HE DIDN'T HAVE AN ACCIDENT. THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE ALSO NEEDS REPLACING EVEN THOUGH IT IS ALMOST NEW DUE TO THE DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE SUB-FRAME LITERALLY FALLING APART . I SEE ...

Mar 6, 2009 Structure 98,000 mi

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA SUB FRAME RUSTED OUT, THIS VEHICLE IS USED BY MY SON TO COMMUTE TO COLLEGE DAILY AND IT'S A MIRACLE THAT HE DIDN'T HAVE AN ACCIDENT. THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE ALSO NEEDS REPLACING EVEN THOUGH IT IS ALMOST NEW DUE TO THE DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE SUB-FRAME LITERALLY FALLING APART . I SEE ...

Mar 5, 2009 Suspension 120,000 mi

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA, 1200000 MILES NOTICED CAR WAS PULLING TO THE RIGHT ION SNOW COVERED ROADS, DID NOT DRIVE TO WORK NEXT DAY ON HIGHWAY, SON WAS TAKING TO REPAIR FACILITY, RIGHT FRONT WHEEL COLLAPSED. LUCKY WAS NOT ON HIGHWAY, REPAIR FACILITY SAYS FRONT SUSPENSION/FRAME WAS RUSTED THROUGH. *TR

Mar 5, 2009 Suspension 120,000 mi

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA, 1200000 MILES NOTICED CAR WAS PULLING TO THE RIGHT ION SNOW COVERED ROADS, DID NOT DRIVE TO WORK NEXT DAY ON HIGHWAY, SON WAS TAKING TO REPAIR FACILITY, RIGHT FRONT WHEEL COLLAPSED. LUCKY WAS NOT ON HIGHWAY, REPAIR FACILITY SAYS FRONT SUSPENSION/FRAME WAS RUSTED THROUGH. *TR

Mar 2, 2009 Structure 88,060 mi

MY SON WENT OVER A SPEED BUMP AND HAD HIS RIGHT FRONT TIRE FOLD IN AT THE TOP. IT WAS FOUND OUT BY A REPAIR SHOP THAT THE RIGHT CONTROL ARM HAD SEPARATED FROM THE SUB-FRAME WHICH WAS VERY CORRODED. TWO ATTEMPTS AT GETTING A USED SUB-FRAME AT A SALVAGE YARD ALSO REVEALED CORRODED SUB-FRAMES. THE SUB-...

Mar 2, 2009 Structure 160,000 mi

RUSTING ON SUB FRAME, RIGHT FRONT LOCATION OF CAR. *TR

Mar 2, 2009 Structure 88,060 mi

MY SON WENT OVER A SPEED BUMP AND HAD HIS RIGHT FRONT TIRE FOLD IN AT THE TOP. IT WAS FOUND OUT BY A REPAIR SHOP THAT THE RIGHT CONTROL ARM HAD SEPARATED FROM THE SUB-FRAME WHICH WAS VERY CORRODED. TWO ATTEMPTS AT GETTING A USED SUB-FRAME AT A SALVAGE YARD ALSO REVEALED CORRODED SUB-FRAMES. THE SUB-...

Mar 2, 2009 Structure 160,000 mi

RUSTING ON SUB FRAME, RIGHT FRONT LOCATION OF CAR. *TR

Mar 1, 2009 Structure 120,765 mi

ON 2/22/09 I NOTICED THE FRONT TIRES ON MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WERE VERY WORN AND THE WIRES WERE SHOWING . THE TIRES WERE IN GOOD SHAPE WHEN THEY WERE ROTATED TO THE FRONT 1/29/09. AFTER GETTING SEVERAL QUOTES ON NEW TIRES, I CHOOSE OUR LOCAL HYUNDAI DEALER TO REPLACE THE TIRES. THE CAR WAS TAKEN I...

Mar 1, 2009 Structure 120,765 mi

ON 2/22/09 I NOTICED THE FRONT TIRES ON MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WERE VERY WORN AND THE WIRES WERE SHOWING . THE TIRES WERE IN GOOD SHAPE WHEN THEY WERE ROTATED TO THE FRONT 1/29/09. AFTER GETTING SEVERAL QUOTES ON NEW TIRES, I CHOOSE OUR LOCAL HYUNDAI DEALER TO REPLACE THE TIRES. THE CAR WAS TAKEN I...

Mar 1, 2009 Structure 120,765 mi

ON 2/22/09 I NOTICED THE FRONT TIRES ON MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WERE VERY WORN AND THE WIRES WERE SHOWING . THE TIRES WERE IN GOOD SHAPE WHEN THEY WERE ROTATED TO THE FRONT 1/29/09. AFTER GETTING SEVERAL QUOTES ON NEW TIRES, I CHOOSE OUR LOCAL HYUNDAI DEALER TO REPLACE THE TIRES. THE CAR WAS TAKEN I...

Mar 1, 2009 Structure 120,765 mi

ON 2/22/09 I NOTICED THE FRONT TIRES ON MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WERE VERY WORN AND THE WIRES WERE SHOWING . THE TIRES WERE IN GOOD SHAPE WHEN THEY WERE ROTATED TO THE FRONT 1/29/09. AFTER GETTING SEVERAL QUOTES ON NEW TIRES, I CHOOSE OUR LOCAL HYUNDAI DEALER TO REPLACE THE TIRES. THE CAR WAS TAKEN I...

Feb 25, 2009 Structure

I HAVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHEN THE CAR WAS FIRST PURCHASED IN FEBRUARY OF 2006 THE CAR HAD TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS WHERE THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PAST 25 MPH. I HAD TO HAVE THE TRANSMISSION REPLACED. THEN LATER IN THAT YEAR WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 65 MPH I NOTICED THE CAR WOULD S...

Feb 25, 2009 Suspension

I HAVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHEN THE CAR WAS FIRST PURCHASED IN FEBRUARY OF 2006 THE CAR HAD TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS WHERE THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PAST 25 MPH. I HAD TO HAVE THE TRANSMISSION REPLACED. THEN LATER IN THAT YEAR WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 65 MPH I NOTICED THE CAR WOULD S...

Feb 25, 2009 Power Train

I HAVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHEN THE CAR WAS FIRST PURCHASED IN FEBRUARY OF 2006 THE CAR HAD TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS WHERE THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PAST 25 MPH. I HAD TO HAVE THE TRANSMISSION REPLACED. THEN LATER IN THAT YEAR WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 65 MPH I NOTICED THE CAR WOULD S...

Feb 25, 2009 Structure

I HAVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHEN THE CAR WAS FIRST PURCHASED IN FEBRUARY OF 2006 THE CAR HAD TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS WHERE THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PAST 25 MPH. I HAD TO HAVE THE TRANSMISSION REPLACED. THEN LATER IN THAT YEAR WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 65 MPH I NOTICED THE CAR WOULD S...

Feb 25, 2009 Suspension

I HAVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHEN THE CAR WAS FIRST PURCHASED IN FEBRUARY OF 2006 THE CAR HAD TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS WHERE THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PAST 25 MPH. I HAD TO HAVE THE TRANSMISSION REPLACED. THEN LATER IN THAT YEAR WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 65 MPH I NOTICED THE CAR WOULD S...

Feb 25, 2009 Power Train

I HAVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHEN THE CAR WAS FIRST PURCHASED IN FEBRUARY OF 2006 THE CAR HAD TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS WHERE THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PAST 25 MPH. I HAD TO HAVE THE TRANSMISSION REPLACED. THEN LATER IN THAT YEAR WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 65 MPH I NOTICED THE CAR WOULD S...

Feb 19, 2009 Structure 69,000 mi

THE ENGINE CRADLE HAS A FIST SIZED HOLE RUSTED OUT OF IT CAUSING THE PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL TO BOW OUTWARD AND THE ALIGNMENT IS COMPLETELY OUT. THIS CAR HAS LESS THAN 100,000 MILES AND IS LESS THAN 10 YEARS OLD, THE FRAME SHOULD NOT BE RUSTED OUT ALREADY. *TR

Feb 19, 2009 Structure 69,000 mi

THE ENGINE CRADLE HAS A FIST SIZED HOLE RUSTED OUT OF IT CAUSING THE PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL TO BOW OUTWARD AND THE ALIGNMENT IS COMPLETELY OUT. THIS CAR HAS LESS THAN 100,000 MILES AND IS LESS THAN 10 YEARS OLD, THE FRAME SHOULD NOT BE RUSTED OUT ALREADY. *TR

Feb 12, 2009 Structure 89,000 mi

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA, SUBFRAME ROTTED OUT AND LOWER CONTROL ARM MOUNTS BROKE OFF, IT WAS DISCOVERED DURING A PRE-ALIGNMENT INSPECTION AFTER THE CAR STARTED PULLING TO THE RIGHT. *TR

Feb 12, 2009 Suspension 89,000 mi

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA, SUBFRAME ROTTED OUT AND LOWER CONTROL ARM MOUNTS BROKE OFF, IT WAS DISCOVERED DURING A PRE-ALIGNMENT INSPECTION AFTER THE CAR STARTED PULLING TO THE RIGHT. *TR

Feb 12, 2009 Structure 89,000 mi

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA, SUBFRAME ROTTED OUT AND LOWER CONTROL ARM MOUNTS BROKE OFF, IT WAS DISCOVERED DURING A PRE-ALIGNMENT INSPECTION AFTER THE CAR STARTED PULLING TO THE RIGHT. *TR

Feb 12, 2009 Suspension 89,000 mi

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA, SUBFRAME ROTTED OUT AND LOWER CONTROL ARM MOUNTS BROKE OFF, IT WAS DISCOVERED DURING A PRE-ALIGNMENT INSPECTION AFTER THE CAR STARTED PULLING TO THE RIGHT. *TR

Feb 5, 2009 Suspension 113,549 mi

2 WEEKS AGO I NOTICED THE CAR PULLING TO THE RIGHT AS IF THE ALIGNMENT WAS OFF. AS I WAS DRIVING THE CAR STARTED PULLING VERY HARD TO THE RIGHT AND COULD HEAR THE TIRE SQUEALING. I SLOWED DOWN TO TURN INTO A PARKING LOT AND THE CAR DROPPED SLIGHTLY AND WOULDN'T MOVE. IT WAS MAKING A GRINDING SOUND. ...

Feb 5, 2009 Structure 113,549 mi

2 WEEKS AGO I NOTICED THE CAR PULLING TO THE RIGHT AS IF THE ALIGNMENT WAS OFF. AS I WAS DRIVING THE CAR STARTED PULLING VERY HARD TO THE RIGHT AND COULD HEAR THE TIRE SQUEALING. I SLOWED DOWN TO TURN INTO A PARKING LOT AND THE CAR DROPPED SLIGHTLY AND WOULDN'T MOVE. IT WAS MAKING A GRINDING SOUND. ...

Feb 5, 2009 Suspension 113,549 mi

2 WEEKS AGO I NOTICED THE CAR PULLING TO THE RIGHT AS IF THE ALIGNMENT WAS OFF. AS I WAS DRIVING THE CAR STARTED PULLING VERY HARD TO THE RIGHT AND COULD HEAR THE TIRE SQUEALING. I SLOWED DOWN TO TURN INTO A PARKING LOT AND THE CAR DROPPED SLIGHTLY AND WOULDN'T MOVE. IT WAS MAKING A GRINDING SOUND. ...

Feb 5, 2009 Structure 113,549 mi

2 WEEKS AGO I NOTICED THE CAR PULLING TO THE RIGHT AS IF THE ALIGNMENT WAS OFF. AS I WAS DRIVING THE CAR STARTED PULLING VERY HARD TO THE RIGHT AND COULD HEAR THE TIRE SQUEALING. I SLOWED DOWN TO TURN INTO A PARKING LOT AND THE CAR DROPPED SLIGHTLY AND WOULDN'T MOVE. IT WAS MAKING A GRINDING SOUND. ...

Jan 23, 2009 Structure 125,000 mi

MY MECHANIC FOUND A FIST-SIZED HOLE IN THE SUBFRAME OF MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA V6. THERE ARE 125,000 MILES ON THE CAR. MY MECHANIC TOLD ME THAT THIS SHOULD NOT OCCUR AND IT IS VERY DANGEROUS. AT THIS POINT IT HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED, BECAUSE IT IS VERY EXPENSIVE AND I CAN NOT BE WITHOUT MY CAR FOR T...

Jan 23, 2009 Structure 125,000 mi

MY MECHANIC FOUND A FIST-SIZED HOLE IN THE SUBFRAME OF MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA V6. THERE ARE 125,000 MILES ON THE CAR. MY MECHANIC TOLD ME THAT THIS SHOULD NOT OCCUR AND IT IS VERY DANGEROUS. AT THIS POINT IT HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED, BECAUSE IT IS VERY EXPENSIVE AND I CAN NOT BE WITHOUT MY CAR FOR T...

Jan 22, 2009 Structure 88,251 mi

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA FRONT SUB FRAME PASSENGER SIDE, LARGE HOLE RUSTED THROUGH SUB FRAME ASSEMBLY RIGHT BEHIND LOWER CONTROL ARM. CAR JUST ALIGNED AND IS NOW OUT OF ALIGNMENT,TOOK IT BACK TO MECHANIC AND HE SHOWED ME THE HOLE IN SUB FRAME,RIGHT WHEEL IS NOW ABOUT 2 INCHES SET BACK AND CASTER IS KICK...

Jan 22, 2009 Structure 88,251 mi

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA FRONT SUB FRAME PASSENGER SIDE, LARGE HOLE RUSTED THROUGH SUB FRAME ASSEMBLY RIGHT BEHIND LOWER CONTROL ARM. CAR JUST ALIGNED AND IS NOW OUT OF ALIGNMENT,TOOK IT BACK TO MECHANIC AND HE SHOWED ME THE HOLE IN SUB FRAME,RIGHT WHEEL IS NOW ABOUT 2 INCHES SET BACK AND CASTER IS KICK...

Jan 12, 2009 Structure 132,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 SONATA WITH 140,000. ON A TRIP THIS PAST SUMMER I NOTICED RUST FLAKES IN MY PARKING SPACE. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION I FOUND ALMOST A SOFTBALL SIZED HOLE IN THE FRAME ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. I TOOK IT TO A HYUNDAI DEALER, THEY TOLD ME THE WARRANTY HAD EXPIRED AND THERE WAS NOTHING THEY CO...

Jan 12, 2009 Structure 132,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 SONATA WITH 140,000. ON A TRIP THIS PAST SUMMER I NOTICED RUST FLAKES IN MY PARKING SPACE. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION I FOUND ALMOST A SOFTBALL SIZED HOLE IN THE FRAME ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. I TOOK IT TO A HYUNDAI DEALER, THEY TOLD ME THE WARRANTY HAD EXPIRED AND THERE WAS NOTHING THEY CO...

Jan 8, 2009 Suspension 98,985 mi

THE VEHICLE STARTED RATTLING IN THE STEERING COLUMN AND RANDOMLY JERKING TO THE RIGHT SLIGHTLY. OVER A PERIOD OF 2 DAYS THE JERKING TO THE RIGHT FREQUENTLY (ABOUT EVERY 30 SECONDS OR LESS) MADE THE CAR ALMOST UNCONTROLLABLE. THE WHEEL HAS SHIFTED ABOUT 1 INCH BACK ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. THE CAR IS ...

Jan 8, 2009 Structure 142,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA AND TOOK IT TO MEINEKE, THEY TOLD ME THE WHOLE FRONT SUBFRAME WAS ROTTED OUT AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, WHICH WOULD COST 1750.00. THE CAR US NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY BUT FROM WHAT I HAVE READ, THERE IS A DEFECT WITH THE METAL HYUNDAI HAS USED WITH SOME OF ITS MODELS, ES...

Jan 8, 2009 Suspension 98,985 mi

THE VEHICLE STARTED RATTLING IN THE STEERING COLUMN AND RANDOMLY JERKING TO THE RIGHT SLIGHTLY. OVER A PERIOD OF 2 DAYS THE JERKING TO THE RIGHT FREQUENTLY (ABOUT EVERY 30 SECONDS OR LESS) MADE THE CAR ALMOST UNCONTROLLABLE. THE WHEEL HAS SHIFTED ABOUT 1 INCH BACK ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. THE CAR IS ...

Jan 8, 2009 Structure 142,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA AND TOOK IT TO MEINEKE, THEY TOLD ME THE WHOLE FRONT SUBFRAME WAS ROTTED OUT AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, WHICH WOULD COST 1750.00. THE CAR US NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY BUT FROM WHAT I HAVE READ, THERE IS A DEFECT WITH THE METAL HYUNDAI HAS USED WITH SOME OF ITS MODELS, ES...

Jan 6, 2009 Structure 91,590 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME GETTING READY TO GET ON THE INTERSTATE WHEN MY CAR MADE A LOUD NOISE, AND IT SEEMED THE FRONT END HAD DROPPED. HAD CAR TOWED TO DEALERSHIP THE NEXT DAY. THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT ADVISED ME THAT THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE AXEL HAD RUSTED OUT. I HAD PURCHASED A SERVICE CONTRACT THROUGH...

Jan 6, 2009 Structure 91,590 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME GETTING READY TO GET ON THE INTERSTATE WHEN MY CAR MADE A LOUD NOISE, AND IT SEEMED THE FRONT END HAD DROPPED. HAD CAR TOWED TO DEALERSHIP THE NEXT DAY. THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT ADVISED ME THAT THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE AXEL HAD RUSTED OUT. I HAD PURCHASED A SERVICE CONTRACT THROUGH...

Jan 4, 2009 Structure 83,000 mi

FRONT SUBFRAME CORROSION. *TR

Jan 4, 2009 Structure 83,000 mi

FRONT SUBFRAME CORROSION. *TR

Jan 1, 2009 Suspension

AFTER FAILING A NEW YORK STATE INSPECTION, I WAS SHOCKED TO DISCOVER THAT MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS HAD A RUSTED ENGINE CRADLE THE SIZE OF A FIST ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE. NO PREVIOUS INSPECTIONS HAD INDICATED THAT THERE WAS THIS IMPENDING HAZARD. CONSEQUENTLY, I CAN NO LONGER DRIVE MY VEHICLE, AND...

Jan 1, 2009 Structure

AFTER FAILING A NEW YORK STATE INSPECTION, I WAS SHOCKED TO DISCOVER THAT MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS HAD A RUSTED ENGINE CRADLE THE SIZE OF A FIST ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE. NO PREVIOUS INSPECTIONS HAD INDICATED THAT THERE WAS THIS IMPENDING HAZARD. CONSEQUENTLY, I CAN NO LONGER DRIVE MY VEHICLE, AND...

Jan 1, 2009 Suspension

AFTER FAILING A NEW YORK STATE INSPECTION, I WAS SHOCKED TO DISCOVER THAT MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS HAD A RUSTED ENGINE CRADLE THE SIZE OF A FIST ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE. NO PREVIOUS INSPECTIONS HAD INDICATED THAT THERE WAS THIS IMPENDING HAZARD. CONSEQUENTLY, I CAN NO LONGER DRIVE MY VEHICLE, AND...

Jan 1, 2009 Structure

AFTER FAILING A NEW YORK STATE INSPECTION, I WAS SHOCKED TO DISCOVER THAT MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS HAD A RUSTED ENGINE CRADLE THE SIZE OF A FIST ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE. NO PREVIOUS INSPECTIONS HAD INDICATED THAT THERE WAS THIS IMPENDING HAZARD. CONSEQUENTLY, I CAN NO LONGER DRIVE MY VEHICLE, AND...

Dec 30, 2008 Air Bags Crash 169,000 mi

MY SON WAS IN AN ACCIDENT WHERE HE "T-BONED A TRUCK AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *TR

Dec 30, 2008 Equipment 140,000 mi

REF: NHTSA NUMBER PE08029 I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA AND HAVE A RUSTED CROSS MEMBER HAVE 140,000 MILES. *TR

Dec 30, 2008 Structure 140,000 mi

REF: NHTSA NUMBER PE08029 I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA AND HAVE A RUSTED CROSS MEMBER HAVE 140,000 MILES. *TR

Dec 30, 2008 Air Bags Crash 169,000 mi

MY SON WAS IN AN ACCIDENT WHERE HE "T-BONED A TRUCK AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *TR

Dec 30, 2008 Equipment 140,000 mi

REF: NHTSA NUMBER PE08029 I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA AND HAVE A RUSTED CROSS MEMBER HAVE 140,000 MILES. *TR

Dec 30, 2008 Structure 140,000 mi

REF: NHTSA NUMBER PE08029 I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA AND HAVE A RUSTED CROSS MEMBER HAVE 140,000 MILES. *TR

Dec 18, 2008 Structure 168,000 mi

SON WAS DRIVING VEHICLE AND ANOTHER VEHICLE HAD SUDDENLY STOPPED IN FRONT OF HIM AND HE HAD TO APPLY THE BRAKES SUDDENLY AND TURN HIS WHEEL. RIGHT FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM PULLED COMPLETELY OUT OF THE OF THE ENGINE CRADLE CAUSING DAMAGE TO FENDER AND SUSPENSION AND DRIVE TRAIN. INSURANCE COMPANY HAS ...

Dec 18, 2008 Suspension 168,000 mi

SON WAS DRIVING VEHICLE AND ANOTHER VEHICLE HAD SUDDENLY STOPPED IN FRONT OF HIM AND HE HAD TO APPLY THE BRAKES SUDDENLY AND TURN HIS WHEEL. RIGHT FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM PULLED COMPLETELY OUT OF THE OF THE ENGINE CRADLE CAUSING DAMAGE TO FENDER AND SUSPENSION AND DRIVE TRAIN. INSURANCE COMPANY HAS ...

Dec 18, 2008 Structure 168,000 mi

SON WAS DRIVING VEHICLE AND ANOTHER VEHICLE HAD SUDDENLY STOPPED IN FRONT OF HIM AND HE HAD TO APPLY THE BRAKES SUDDENLY AND TURN HIS WHEEL. RIGHT FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM PULLED COMPLETELY OUT OF THE OF THE ENGINE CRADLE CAUSING DAMAGE TO FENDER AND SUSPENSION AND DRIVE TRAIN. INSURANCE COMPANY HAS ...

Dec 18, 2008 Suspension 168,000 mi

SON WAS DRIVING VEHICLE AND ANOTHER VEHICLE HAD SUDDENLY STOPPED IN FRONT OF HIM AND HE HAD TO APPLY THE BRAKES SUDDENLY AND TURN HIS WHEEL. RIGHT FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM PULLED COMPLETELY OUT OF THE OF THE ENGINE CRADLE CAUSING DAMAGE TO FENDER AND SUSPENSION AND DRIVE TRAIN. INSURANCE COMPANY HAS ...

Dec 12, 2008 Electrical System 81,090 mi

CAR STALLS OUT IN LOW SPEED DRIVING, IDLING, AND OR WHEN BACK UP. I HAVE BEEN ABLE TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT WITH PASSENGERS IN THE VEHICLE OR NOT IN THE VEHICLE WHILE I WAS DRIVING. I HAVE HAD OIL CHANGED, FLUIDS CHECKED, ALTERNATOR CHANGED, SPARK PLUGS AND WIRES ALSO CHECKED. THE CAR HAS ALSO HAD FUEL ...

Dec 12, 2008 Power Train 81,090 mi

CAR STALLS OUT IN LOW SPEED DRIVING, IDLING, AND OR WHEN BACK UP. I HAVE BEEN ABLE TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT WITH PASSENGERS IN THE VEHICLE OR NOT IN THE VEHICLE WHILE I WAS DRIVING. I HAVE HAD OIL CHANGED, FLUIDS CHECKED, ALTERNATOR CHANGED, SPARK PLUGS AND WIRES ALSO CHECKED. THE CAR HAS ALSO HAD FUEL ...

Dec 12, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 81,090 mi

CAR STALLS OUT IN LOW SPEED DRIVING, IDLING, AND OR WHEN BACK UP. I HAVE BEEN ABLE TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT WITH PASSENGERS IN THE VEHICLE OR NOT IN THE VEHICLE WHILE I WAS DRIVING. I HAVE HAD OIL CHANGED, FLUIDS CHECKED, ALTERNATOR CHANGED, SPARK PLUGS AND WIRES ALSO CHECKED. THE CAR HAS ALSO HAD FUEL ...

Dec 12, 2008 Electrical System 81,090 mi

CAR STALLS OUT IN LOW SPEED DRIVING, IDLING, AND OR WHEN BACK UP. I HAVE BEEN ABLE TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT WITH PASSENGERS IN THE VEHICLE OR NOT IN THE VEHICLE WHILE I WAS DRIVING. I HAVE HAD OIL CHANGED, FLUIDS CHECKED, ALTERNATOR CHANGED, SPARK PLUGS AND WIRES ALSO CHECKED. THE CAR HAS ALSO HAD FUEL ...

Dec 12, 2008 Power Train 81,090 mi

CAR STALLS OUT IN LOW SPEED DRIVING, IDLING, AND OR WHEN BACK UP. I HAVE BEEN ABLE TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT WITH PASSENGERS IN THE VEHICLE OR NOT IN THE VEHICLE WHILE I WAS DRIVING. I HAVE HAD OIL CHANGED, FLUIDS CHECKED, ALTERNATOR CHANGED, SPARK PLUGS AND WIRES ALSO CHECKED. THE CAR HAS ALSO HAD FUEL ...

Dec 12, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 81,090 mi

CAR STALLS OUT IN LOW SPEED DRIVING, IDLING, AND OR WHEN BACK UP. I HAVE BEEN ABLE TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT WITH PASSENGERS IN THE VEHICLE OR NOT IN THE VEHICLE WHILE I WAS DRIVING. I HAVE HAD OIL CHANGED, FLUIDS CHECKED, ALTERNATOR CHANGED, SPARK PLUGS AND WIRES ALSO CHECKED. THE CAR HAS ALSO HAD FUEL ...

Dec 3, 2008 Structure 89,000 mi

THE SUB FRAME HAS RUSTED OUT ON MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. I HAVE BEEN TOLD IT IS VERY DANGEROUS TO DRIVE. I PURCHASED THIS CAR 5 YRS AGO FROM A DEALER IN LEXINGTON, KY. I HAVE BEEN TOLD IT IS HIGHLY UNUSUAL THAT A CAR THAT IS 8 YRS. OLD WOULD HAVE SUCH A SEVERE PROBLEM AND THAT I SHOULD NOT KEEP THE C...

Dec 3, 2008 Structure 89,000 mi

THE SUB FRAME HAS RUSTED OUT ON MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. I HAVE BEEN TOLD IT IS VERY DANGEROUS TO DRIVE. I PURCHASED THIS CAR 5 YRS AGO FROM A DEALER IN LEXINGTON, KY. I HAVE BEEN TOLD IT IS HIGHLY UNUSUAL THAT A CAR THAT IS 8 YRS. OLD WOULD HAVE SUCH A SEVERE PROBLEM AND THAT I SHOULD NOT KEEP THE C...

Dec 1, 2008 Electrical System 98,000 mi

ENGINE STALLED AS I WAS TURNING IN AN INTERSECTION, I AVOIDED A CRASH. REPORTED TO DEALER AS IT HAPPENED 3 MORE TIMES. THEY REPLACED MY BATTERY AND GAVE ME A CARFAX REPORT AND DENIED ANY RECALLS, EVEN THOUGH I SHOWED THEM A PRINTOUT OF ONE ON THIS WEBSITE. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON SEVERAL TIMES ,TAKEN ...

Dec 1, 2008 Electrical System 98,000 mi

ENGINE STALLED AS I WAS TURNING IN AN INTERSECTION, I AVOIDED A CRASH. REPORTED TO DEALER AS IT HAPPENED 3 MORE TIMES. THEY REPLACED MY BATTERY AND GAVE ME A CARFAX REPORT AND DENIED ANY RECALLS, EVEN THOUGH I SHOWED THEM A PRINTOUT OF ONE ON THIS WEBSITE. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON SEVERAL TIMES ,TAKEN ...

Nov 10, 2008 Structure

ON NOV.6TH 2008. I WAS DRIVING MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS. I WAS APPROACHING A RED LIGHT WHEN I HEARD A LOUD,"BOOM". THE CAR STOPPED AND THE ENGINE DROPPED. AT FIRST I THOUGHT I HAD BLOWN MY TIRE. I GOT OUT OF MY CAR AND CHECKED THE TIRES,THEY WEREN'T FLAT BUT MY RIGHT FRONT TIME LAID SLIGHTLY TITLE...

Nov 10, 2008 Structure

ON NOV.6TH 2008. I WAS DRIVING MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS. I WAS APPROACHING A RED LIGHT WHEN I HEARD A LOUD,"BOOM". THE CAR STOPPED AND THE ENGINE DROPPED. AT FIRST I THOUGHT I HAD BLOWN MY TIRE. I GOT OUT OF MY CAR AND CHECKED THE TIRES,THEY WEREN'T FLAT BUT MY RIGHT FRONT TIME LAID SLIGHTLY TITLE...

Nov 8, 2008 Structure 114,580 mi

I AM THE OWNER OF A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS V6 AND ON NOVEMBER 1, 2008 I WAS TRAVELING HOME WITH MY COUSIN WHEN WHILE NEGOTIATING A LEFT TURN MY STEERING BECAME VERY DIFFICULT AND I HEARD A VERY LOUD SCREECHING SOUND COMING FROM MY CAR. I NARROWLY ESCAPED AN ACCIDENT AS MY CAR BEGAN DANGEROUSLY CARE...

Nov 8, 2008 Steering 114,580 mi

I AM THE OWNER OF A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS V6 AND ON NOVEMBER 1, 2008 I WAS TRAVELING HOME WITH MY COUSIN WHEN WHILE NEGOTIATING A LEFT TURN MY STEERING BECAME VERY DIFFICULT AND I HEARD A VERY LOUD SCREECHING SOUND COMING FROM MY CAR. I NARROWLY ESCAPED AN ACCIDENT AS MY CAR BEGAN DANGEROUSLY CARE...

Nov 8, 2008 Structure 114,580 mi

I AM THE OWNER OF A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS V6 AND ON NOVEMBER 1, 2008 I WAS TRAVELING HOME WITH MY COUSIN WHEN WHILE NEGOTIATING A LEFT TURN MY STEERING BECAME VERY DIFFICULT AND I HEARD A VERY LOUD SCREECHING SOUND COMING FROM MY CAR. I NARROWLY ESCAPED AN ACCIDENT AS MY CAR BEGAN DANGEROUSLY CARE...

Nov 8, 2008 Steering 114,580 mi

I AM THE OWNER OF A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS V6 AND ON NOVEMBER 1, 2008 I WAS TRAVELING HOME WITH MY COUSIN WHEN WHILE NEGOTIATING A LEFT TURN MY STEERING BECAME VERY DIFFICULT AND I HEARD A VERY LOUD SCREECHING SOUND COMING FROM MY CAR. I NARROWLY ESCAPED AN ACCIDENT AS MY CAR BEGAN DANGEROUSLY CARE...

Nov 5, 2008 Structure 95,000 mi

THE CAR WOULDN'T PASS INSPECTION. I WAS TOLD THE SUBFRAME WAS ROTTED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. LUCKILY IT IS A BOLT ON PART, BUT COST WELL OVER $1,000 FOR PARTS AND LABOR. I WAS TOLD THE REPLACEMENT PART WAS OF HEAVIER METAL AND HAD MORE DRAINAGE HOLES THAN THE ORIGINAL. *TR

Nov 5, 2008 Structure 95,000 mi

THE CAR WOULDN'T PASS INSPECTION. I WAS TOLD THE SUBFRAME WAS ROTTED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. LUCKILY IT IS A BOLT ON PART, BUT COST WELL OVER $1,000 FOR PARTS AND LABOR. I WAS TOLD THE REPLACEMENT PART WAS OF HEAVIER METAL AND HAD MORE DRAINAGE HOLES THAN THE ORIGINAL. *TR

Nov 2, 2008 Structure 64,000 mi

SUBFRAME ON THE FRONT CHASIS WAS SEVERELY RUSTED THROUGH, ON THE VERGE OF LOSING THE WHEEL. DISCOVERED DURING A ROUTINE OIL CHANGE. MECHANIC ADVISED DRIVING THE CAR DUE TO THE DANGEROUS CONDITION AND IMMINENT PROBABILITY OF LOSING THE WHEEL. *TR

Nov 2, 2008 Structure 64,000 mi

SUBFRAME ON THE FRONT CHASIS WAS SEVERELY RUSTED THROUGH, ON THE VERGE OF LOSING THE WHEEL. DISCOVERED DURING A ROUTINE OIL CHANGE. MECHANIC ADVISED DRIVING THE CAR DUE TO THE DANGEROUS CONDITION AND IMMINENT PROBABILITY OF LOSING THE WHEEL. *TR

Oct 15, 2008 Suspension 117,500 mi

I HAVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA V-6, AND DURING A MECHANIC'S INSPECTION OF A WORN REAR STRUT HE NOTICED THAT TWO, LARGE HOLES HAD RUSTED THROUGH THE SUB FRAME, ENGINE MOUNT. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THIS IS A DANGEROUS CONDITION AND POSES SERIOUS THREAT. *TR

Oct 15, 2008 Suspension 117,500 mi

I HAVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA V-6, AND DURING A MECHANIC'S INSPECTION OF A WORN REAR STRUT HE NOTICED THAT TWO, LARGE HOLES HAD RUSTED THROUGH THE SUB FRAME, ENGINE MOUNT. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THIS IS A DANGEROUS CONDITION AND POSES SERIOUS THREAT. *TR

Oct 6, 2008 Structure 174,417 mi

RIGHT FRONT WHEEL BECAME DETACHED AND CAR SKIDDED TO A HALT ON BUSY ROAD. THE SAME THING HAPPENED 8 WEEKS AGO TO THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL. I HAVE SINCE SEEN ON THE INTERNET THAT THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THIS MAKE/MODEL OF HYUNDAI. *TR

Oct 6, 2008 Wheels 174,417 mi

RIGHT FRONT WHEEL BECAME DETACHED AND CAR SKIDDED TO A HALT ON BUSY ROAD. THE SAME THING HAPPENED 8 WEEKS AGO TO THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL. I HAVE SINCE SEEN ON THE INTERNET THAT THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THIS MAKE/MODEL OF HYUNDAI. *TR

Oct 6, 2008 Suspension 174,417 mi

RIGHT FRONT WHEEL BECAME DETACHED AND CAR SKIDDED TO A HALT ON BUSY ROAD. THE SAME THING HAPPENED 8 WEEKS AGO TO THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL. I HAVE SINCE SEEN ON THE INTERNET THAT THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THIS MAKE/MODEL OF HYUNDAI. *TR

Oct 6, 2008 Structure 174,417 mi

RIGHT FRONT WHEEL BECAME DETACHED AND CAR SKIDDED TO A HALT ON BUSY ROAD. THE SAME THING HAPPENED 8 WEEKS AGO TO THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL. I HAVE SINCE SEEN ON THE INTERNET THAT THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THIS MAKE/MODEL OF HYUNDAI. *TR

Oct 6, 2008 Wheels 174,417 mi

RIGHT FRONT WHEEL BECAME DETACHED AND CAR SKIDDED TO A HALT ON BUSY ROAD. THE SAME THING HAPPENED 8 WEEKS AGO TO THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL. I HAVE SINCE SEEN ON THE INTERNET THAT THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THIS MAKE/MODEL OF HYUNDAI. *TR

Oct 6, 2008 Suspension 174,417 mi

RIGHT FRONT WHEEL BECAME DETACHED AND CAR SKIDDED TO A HALT ON BUSY ROAD. THE SAME THING HAPPENED 8 WEEKS AGO TO THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL. I HAVE SINCE SEEN ON THE INTERNET THAT THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THIS MAKE/MODEL OF HYUNDAI. *TR

Oct 1, 2008 Structure 141,890 mi

TIRES STARTED SQUEALING ABOUT 9/12; GOT WORSE, DRIVING VERY, VERY LOOSELY SO TOOK TO SHOP ON 9/25. SHOP SAID THERE WAS 'FRAME DAMAGE." TOWED TO FRAME SHOP SAME DAY. 9/29 FRAME SHOP ADVISED THE ENGINE CRADLE AND A-FRAME WERE NEARLY RUSTED THROUGH COMPLETELY AND CAR WAS 99% FAILED. 9/30 RECEIVED INFOR...

Oct 1, 2008 Structure 141,890 mi

TIRES STARTED SQUEALING ABOUT 9/12; GOT WORSE, DRIVING VERY, VERY LOOSELY SO TOOK TO SHOP ON 9/25. SHOP SAID THERE WAS 'FRAME DAMAGE." TOWED TO FRAME SHOP SAME DAY. 9/29 FRAME SHOP ADVISED THE ENGINE CRADLE AND A-FRAME WERE NEARLY RUSTED THROUGH COMPLETELY AND CAR WAS 99% FAILED. 9/30 RECEIVED INFOR...

Sep 21, 2008 Structure 127,000 mi

NOISE NOTED WHEN ATTEMPTING RIGHT TURN. DROVE & CAME TO STOP-HEARD LOUD NOISE FROM RIGHT FRONT END - CAR PULLED RIGHT & TIRE POPPED OUT. CAR UNDRIVEABLE. AFTER EXAM BY MECHANIC, IT WAS NOTED THE RIGHT FRONT CAR FRAME HAD SNAPPED IN HALF. CAR HAS NEVER BEEN INVOLVED IN CAR CRASH - I AM THE ORIGINAL O...

Sep 21, 2008 Structure 115,750 mi

I WAS ON MY WAY TO WORK, WHEN I DROVE OVER A POT HOLE AND THE FRONT END ON MY CAR IS NOW RESTING ON MY TIRES DUE TO SEVERE RUST IN THE FRAME. *TR

Sep 21, 2008 Suspension 115,750 mi

I WAS ON MY WAY TO WORK, WHEN I DROVE OVER A POT HOLE AND THE FRONT END ON MY CAR IS NOW RESTING ON MY TIRES DUE TO SEVERE RUST IN THE FRAME. *TR

Sep 21, 2008 Structure 105,000 mi

I AM UNABLE TO GET MY CAR INSPECTED DUE TO DRIVERS SIDE FRONT FAME IS ROTTED. MY CAR WAS DUE FOR INSPECTION IN APRIL. I DON'T FEEL I CAN SELL THE CAR . AND I AM STILL PAYING ON A CAR LOAN WHICH I OWE $2000.00. *TR

Sep 21, 2008 Structure 127,000 mi

NOISE NOTED WHEN ATTEMPTING RIGHT TURN. DROVE & CAME TO STOP-HEARD LOUD NOISE FROM RIGHT FRONT END - CAR PULLED RIGHT & TIRE POPPED OUT. CAR UNDRIVEABLE. AFTER EXAM BY MECHANIC, IT WAS NOTED THE RIGHT FRONT CAR FRAME HAD SNAPPED IN HALF. CAR HAS NEVER BEEN INVOLVED IN CAR CRASH - I AM THE ORIGINAL O...

Sep 21, 2008 Structure 115,750 mi

I WAS ON MY WAY TO WORK, WHEN I DROVE OVER A POT HOLE AND THE FRONT END ON MY CAR IS NOW RESTING ON MY TIRES DUE TO SEVERE RUST IN THE FRAME. *TR

Sep 21, 2008 Suspension 115,750 mi

I WAS ON MY WAY TO WORK, WHEN I DROVE OVER A POT HOLE AND THE FRONT END ON MY CAR IS NOW RESTING ON MY TIRES DUE TO SEVERE RUST IN THE FRAME. *TR

Sep 21, 2008 Structure 105,000 mi

I AM UNABLE TO GET MY CAR INSPECTED DUE TO DRIVERS SIDE FRONT FAME IS ROTTED. MY CAR WAS DUE FOR INSPECTION IN APRIL. I DON'T FEEL I CAN SELL THE CAR . AND I AM STILL PAYING ON A CAR LOAN WHICH I OWE $2000.00. *TR

Sep 16, 2008 Structure 96,068 mi

SUBFRAME RUSTED OUT ON 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. *TR

Sep 16, 2008 Structure 96,068 mi

SUBFRAME RUSTED OUT ON 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. *TR

Sep 11, 2008 Structure 129,000 mi

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS V6 - SUBFRAME IS CRACKED AND RUSTED WITH LARGE HOLES IN IT. NO LONGER DRIVING IT DUE TO SAFETY CONCERN. READ ABOUT NHTSA INVESTIGATING THIS ISSUE AND POSSIBLE RECALL. FOUND IT WHEN HAD OIL CHANGED - THE MECHANIC WAS SHOCKED AND SAID NOT TO DRIVE IT - TOO DANGEROUS. *TR

Sep 11, 2008 Structure 129,000 mi

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS V6 - SUBFRAME IS CRACKED AND RUSTED WITH LARGE HOLES IN IT. NO LONGER DRIVING IT DUE TO SAFETY CONCERN. READ ABOUT NHTSA INVESTIGATING THIS ISSUE AND POSSIBLE RECALL. FOUND IT WHEN HAD OIL CHANGED - THE MECHANIC WAS SHOCKED AND SAID NOT TO DRIVE IT - TOO DANGEROUS. *TR

Sep 10, 2008 Structure 162,435 mi

WHILE MY CAR WAS ON LIFT FOR UNRELATED REPAIR, MECHANIC SPOTTED SEVERE SUBFRAME ROT/CORROSION AND ADVISED ME TO MONITOR ITS ADVANCEMENT. THE SUBFRAME IS ROTTED THROUGH THE METAL IN A SIZE SLIGHTLY LARGER THAN A GOLF BALL AT THIS TIME (APPROX. 4 SQ. IN) ON THE RIGHT FRONT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. *TR

Sep 10, 2008 Structure 162,435 mi

WHILE MY CAR WAS ON LIFT FOR UNRELATED REPAIR, MECHANIC SPOTTED SEVERE SUBFRAME ROT/CORROSION AND ADVISED ME TO MONITOR ITS ADVANCEMENT. THE SUBFRAME IS ROTTED THROUGH THE METAL IN A SIZE SLIGHTLY LARGER THAN A GOLF BALL AT THIS TIME (APPROX. 4 SQ. IN) ON THE RIGHT FRONT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. *TR

Sep 9, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 73,899 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHUTS OFF. THE FAILURE OCCURS INTERMITTENTLY AND THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 73,89...

Sep 9, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 73,899 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHUTS OFF. THE FAILURE OCCURS INTERMITTENTLY AND THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 73,89...

Sep 9, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 73,899 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHUTS OFF. THE FAILURE OCCURS INTERMITTENTLY AND THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 73,89...

Sep 9, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 73,899 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHUTS OFF. THE FAILURE OCCURS INTERMITTENTLY AND THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 73,89...

Sep 5, 2008 Structure

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS V6 RUST AND CORROSION ON SUBFRAME (ABOUT THE SIZE OF A BASKETBALL) FRONT SUSPENSION PROBLEMS -WE RECENTLY BROUGHT OUR CAR INTO A LOCAL STRAUSS AUTO TO HAVE A BASIC CHECK UP BEFORE STATE INSPECTION. THEY SPOTTED THE RUST AND WARNED IT IS VERY SEVERE AND NEEDS TO BE...

Sep 5, 2008 Structure

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS V6 RUST AND CORROSION ON SUBFRAME (ABOUT THE SIZE OF A BASKETBALL) FRONT SUSPENSION PROBLEMS -WE RECENTLY BROUGHT OUR CAR INTO A LOCAL STRAUSS AUTO TO HAVE A BASIC CHECK UP BEFORE STATE INSPECTION. THEY SPOTTED THE RUST AND WARNED IT IS VERY SEVERE AND NEEDS TO BE...

Sep 3, 2008 Structure 140,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE MAKING A TURN AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED TO THE RIGHT AND THEN COMPLETELY SHUT OFF. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE AND DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE WAS SHREDDED AND THE SUBFRAME FAILED. THE VEHICLE WOULD START, BUT ...

Sep 3, 2008 Tires 140,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE MAKING A TURN AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED TO THE RIGHT AND THEN COMPLETELY SHUT OFF. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE AND DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE WAS SHREDDED AND THE SUBFRAME FAILED. THE VEHICLE WOULD START, BUT ...

Sep 3, 2008 Structure 140,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE MAKING A TURN AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED TO THE RIGHT AND THEN COMPLETELY SHUT OFF. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE AND DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE WAS SHREDDED AND THE SUBFRAME FAILED. THE VEHICLE WOULD START, BUT ...

Sep 3, 2008 Tires 140,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE MAKING A TURN AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED TO THE RIGHT AND THEN COMPLETELY SHUT OFF. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE AND DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE WAS SHREDDED AND THE SUBFRAME FAILED. THE VEHICLE WOULD START, BUT ...

Aug 31, 2008 Structure 10,990 mi

I AM POSTING THIS TO COMPLAIN ABOUT MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE FRONT SUB-FRAME IS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT. THE CAR IS NOT DRIVABLE AND IS UNSAFE. I WAS DRIVING ON U.S RT 19 IN WV AND THE FRONT TIRE BECAME SO FAR OUT OF ALIGNMENT THAT THE INNER TREAD WORN COMPLETE THROUGH THE BELT RESULTING IN DEFLATI...

Aug 31, 2008 Structure 10,990 mi

I AM POSTING THIS TO COMPLAIN ABOUT MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE FRONT SUB-FRAME IS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT. THE CAR IS NOT DRIVABLE AND IS UNSAFE. I WAS DRIVING ON U.S RT 19 IN WV AND THE FRONT TIRE BECAME SO FAR OUT OF ALIGNMENT THAT THE INNER TREAD WORN COMPLETE THROUGH THE BELT RESULTING IN DEFLATI...

Aug 28, 2008 Suspension 84,000 mi

ON AUGUST 25TH, 2007, MY WIFE AND I WERE DRIVING HOME ON THE SOUTHERN STATE PARKWAY. THERE WAS QUITE SOME TRAFFIC (STOP-AND-GO KIND OF THING) SO WE WEREN'T AT A HIGH SPEED. WHEN THE PERSON IN FRONT OF ME HAD TO STOP SHORT, I STEPPED ON THE BRAKES, AND THE FRONT RIGHT WHEEL OF MY CAR SUNK, AND THERE...

Aug 28, 2008 Structure 84,000 mi

ON AUGUST 25TH, 2007, MY WIFE AND I WERE DRIVING HOME ON THE SOUTHERN STATE PARKWAY. THERE WAS QUITE SOME TRAFFIC (STOP-AND-GO KIND OF THING) SO WE WEREN'T AT A HIGH SPEED. WHEN THE PERSON IN FRONT OF ME HAD TO STOP SHORT, I STEPPED ON THE BRAKES, AND THE FRONT RIGHT WHEEL OF MY CAR SUNK, AND THERE...

Aug 28, 2008 Structure 84,000 mi

ON AUGUST 25TH, 2007, MY WIFE AND I WERE DRIVING HOME ON THE SOUTHERN STATE PARKWAY. THERE WAS QUITE SOME TRAFFIC (STOP-AND-GO KIND OF THING) SO WE WEREN'T AT A HIGH SPEED. WHEN THE PERSON IN FRONT OF ME HAD TO STOP SHORT, I STEPPED ON THE BRAKES, AND THE FRONT RIGHT WHEEL OF MY CAR SUNK, AND THERE...

Aug 28, 2008 Tires 84,000 mi

ON AUGUST 25TH, 2007, MY WIFE AND I WERE DRIVING HOME ON THE SOUTHERN STATE PARKWAY. THERE WAS QUITE SOME TRAFFIC (STOP-AND-GO KIND OF THING) SO WE WEREN'T AT A HIGH SPEED. WHEN THE PERSON IN FRONT OF ME HAD TO STOP SHORT, I STEPPED ON THE BRAKES, AND THE FRONT RIGHT WHEEL OF MY CAR SUNK, AND THERE...

Aug 28, 2008 Suspension 84,000 mi

ON AUGUST 25TH, 2007, MY WIFE AND I WERE DRIVING HOME ON THE SOUTHERN STATE PARKWAY. THERE WAS QUITE SOME TRAFFIC (STOP-AND-GO KIND OF THING) SO WE WEREN'T AT A HIGH SPEED. WHEN THE PERSON IN FRONT OF ME HAD TO STOP SHORT, I STEPPED ON THE BRAKES, AND THE FRONT RIGHT WHEEL OF MY CAR SUNK, AND THERE...

Aug 28, 2008 Structure 84,000 mi

ON AUGUST 25TH, 2007, MY WIFE AND I WERE DRIVING HOME ON THE SOUTHERN STATE PARKWAY. THERE WAS QUITE SOME TRAFFIC (STOP-AND-GO KIND OF THING) SO WE WEREN'T AT A HIGH SPEED. WHEN THE PERSON IN FRONT OF ME HAD TO STOP SHORT, I STEPPED ON THE BRAKES, AND THE FRONT RIGHT WHEEL OF MY CAR SUNK, AND THERE...

Aug 28, 2008 Structure 84,000 mi

ON AUGUST 25TH, 2007, MY WIFE AND I WERE DRIVING HOME ON THE SOUTHERN STATE PARKWAY. THERE WAS QUITE SOME TRAFFIC (STOP-AND-GO KIND OF THING) SO WE WEREN'T AT A HIGH SPEED. WHEN THE PERSON IN FRONT OF ME HAD TO STOP SHORT, I STEPPED ON THE BRAKES, AND THE FRONT RIGHT WHEEL OF MY CAR SUNK, AND THERE...

Aug 28, 2008 Tires 84,000 mi

ON AUGUST 25TH, 2007, MY WIFE AND I WERE DRIVING HOME ON THE SOUTHERN STATE PARKWAY. THERE WAS QUITE SOME TRAFFIC (STOP-AND-GO KIND OF THING) SO WE WEREN'T AT A HIGH SPEED. WHEN THE PERSON IN FRONT OF ME HAD TO STOP SHORT, I STEPPED ON THE BRAKES, AND THE FRONT RIGHT WHEEL OF MY CAR SUNK, AND THERE...

Aug 26, 2008 Air Bags 120,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL, WHICH INDICATED THAT THE AIR BAGS WERE INOPERATIVE. SHE CALLED THE DEALER IN REFERENCE TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 01V347000 (AIR BAGS) AND WAS INFORMED TH...

Aug 26, 2008 Air Bags 120,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL, WHICH INDICATED THAT THE AIR BAGS WERE INOPERATIVE. SHE CALLED THE DEALER IN REFERENCE TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 01V347000 (AIR BAGS) AND WAS INFORMED TH...

Aug 17, 2008 Structure 85,000 mi

RUSTED FRAME, UNSAFE TO DRIVE. *TR

Aug 17, 2008 Suspension 85,000 mi

RUSTED FRAME, UNSAFE TO DRIVE. *TR

Aug 17, 2008 Structure 85,000 mi

RUSTED FRAME, UNSAFE TO DRIVE. *TR

Aug 17, 2008 Suspension 85,000 mi

RUSTED FRAME, UNSAFE TO DRIVE. *TR

Aug 2, 2008 Suspension 150,000 mi

MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING THE CAR AND SUDDENLY, HE HEARD A UNUSUAL SOUND COMING FROM PASSENGER SIDE; BEING VERY FAR FROM HOME HE COULD NOT STOP BUT THE NOISE GRADUALLY BECAME SERIOUS. HE PULLED OVER, GET OFF THE CAR AND REALIZED THAT THE FRONT TIRE, PASSENGER SIDE WAS WENT BEHIND THE NORMAL POSITION AN...

Aug 2, 2008 Suspension 150,000 mi

MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING THE CAR AND SUDDENLY, HE HEARD A UNUSUAL SOUND COMING FROM PASSENGER SIDE; BEING VERY FAR FROM HOME HE COULD NOT STOP BUT THE NOISE GRADUALLY BECAME SERIOUS. HE PULLED OVER, GET OFF THE CAR AND REALIZED THAT THE FRONT TIRE, PASSENGER SIDE WAS WENT BEHIND THE NORMAL POSITION AN...

Jul 31, 2008 Structure 103,000 mi

TWO BIG PROBLEMS, FIRST THE CURRENT THE ENTIRE FRAME ON THE RIDE SIDE HAS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT AND THE BOTTOM FELL OUT OF THE CAR - BEFORE THIS HAPPENED THE CAR WAS PULLING TO THE RIGHT THE CAR WAS UNABLE TO BE DRIVEN AND A FRAME IS HARD TO LOCATE BECAUSE I WAS TOLD THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WIT...

Jul 31, 2008 Electrical System 103,000 mi

TWO BIG PROBLEMS, FIRST THE CURRENT THE ENTIRE FRAME ON THE RIDE SIDE HAS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT AND THE BOTTOM FELL OUT OF THE CAR - BEFORE THIS HAPPENED THE CAR WAS PULLING TO THE RIGHT THE CAR WAS UNABLE TO BE DRIVEN AND A FRAME IS HARD TO LOCATE BECAUSE I WAS TOLD THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WIT...

Jul 31, 2008 Structure 103,000 mi

TWO BIG PROBLEMS, FIRST THE CURRENT THE ENTIRE FRAME ON THE RIDE SIDE HAS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT AND THE BOTTOM FELL OUT OF THE CAR - BEFORE THIS HAPPENED THE CAR WAS PULLING TO THE RIGHT THE CAR WAS UNABLE TO BE DRIVEN AND A FRAME IS HARD TO LOCATE BECAUSE I WAS TOLD THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WIT...

Jul 31, 2008 Electrical System 103,000 mi

TWO BIG PROBLEMS, FIRST THE CURRENT THE ENTIRE FRAME ON THE RIDE SIDE HAS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT AND THE BOTTOM FELL OUT OF THE CAR - BEFORE THIS HAPPENED THE CAR WAS PULLING TO THE RIGHT THE CAR WAS UNABLE TO BE DRIVEN AND A FRAME IS HARD TO LOCATE BECAUSE I WAS TOLD THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WIT...

Jul 28, 2008 Structure 125,000 mi

TOOK MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA TO HAVE TIRES ALIGNED ON A FRIDAY MORNING AND WAS TOTAL THE FRAME WAS RUSTED BUT I HAD A BENT TIE ROD AND IT NEEDED FIXED FIRST. LEFT THE TIRE SHOP AND BEFORE GOING 10 MILES I WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN I PRESSED ON THE GAS AND THEN I ...

Jul 28, 2008 Structure 125,000 mi

TOOK MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA TO HAVE TIRES ALIGNED ON A FRIDAY MORNING AND WAS TOTAL THE FRAME WAS RUSTED BUT I HAD A BENT TIE ROD AND IT NEEDED FIXED FIRST. LEFT THE TIRE SHOP AND BEFORE GOING 10 MILES I WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN I PRESSED ON THE GAS AND THEN I ...

Jul 24, 2008 Structure 61,779 mi

I OWN A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. I TOOK IT FOR AN INSPECTION ON JULY 24TH OF 2008. IT FAILED DUE TO THE FRONT CROSS MEMBER BEING RUSTED OUT. THE MECHANIC SHOWED ME THE RUST. IT WAS A 'FIST-SIZED' RUST HOLE ON THE SUBFRAME. THE CAR HAS 61,800 MILES ON IT AND I AM THE SECOND OWNER. BOTH THE FIRST OWNER AN...

Jul 24, 2008 Structure 61,779 mi

I OWN A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. I TOOK IT FOR AN INSPECTION ON JULY 24TH OF 2008. IT FAILED DUE TO THE FRONT CROSS MEMBER BEING RUSTED OUT. THE MECHANIC SHOWED ME THE RUST. IT WAS A 'FIST-SIZED' RUST HOLE ON THE SUBFRAME. THE CAR HAS 61,800 MILES ON IT AND I AM THE SECOND OWNER. BOTH THE FIRST OWNER AN...

Jul 20, 2008 Structure 122,000 mi

I CURRENTLY OWN A YEAR 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA V6 GLS. ON THE MORNING OF JULY 17TH, 2008 AT APPROX. 3:45 AM I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE ON A NEWSPAPER ROUTE FOR A LOCAL DISTRIBUTION COMPANY. I WAS MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN OFF A MAIN STREET ONTO A SIDE STREET AS I MY STEERING WHEEL JEARKED TO THE RIGHT VE...

Jul 20, 2008 Tires 122,000 mi

I CURRENTLY OWN A YEAR 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA V6 GLS. ON THE MORNING OF JULY 17TH, 2008 AT APPROX. 3:45 AM I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE ON A NEWSPAPER ROUTE FOR A LOCAL DISTRIBUTION COMPANY. I WAS MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN OFF A MAIN STREET ONTO A SIDE STREET AS I MY STEERING WHEEL JEARKED TO THE RIGHT VE...

Jul 20, 2008 Structure 122,000 mi

I CURRENTLY OWN A YEAR 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA V6 GLS. ON THE MORNING OF JULY 17TH, 2008 AT APPROX. 3:45 AM I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE ON A NEWSPAPER ROUTE FOR A LOCAL DISTRIBUTION COMPANY. I WAS MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN OFF A MAIN STREET ONTO A SIDE STREET AS I MY STEERING WHEEL JEARKED TO THE RIGHT VE...

Jul 20, 2008 Tires 122,000 mi

I CURRENTLY OWN A YEAR 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA V6 GLS. ON THE MORNING OF JULY 17TH, 2008 AT APPROX. 3:45 AM I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE ON A NEWSPAPER ROUTE FOR A LOCAL DISTRIBUTION COMPANY. I WAS MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN OFF A MAIN STREET ONTO A SIDE STREET AS I MY STEERING WHEEL JEARKED TO THE RIGHT VE...

Jul 16, 2008 Structure 85,300 mi

HELLO. I OWN A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. I TOOK IT FOR AN INSPECTION IN APRIL OF 2008. IT FAILED DUE TO THE SUBFRAME BEING RUSTED. THE MECHANIC SHOWED ME THE RUST. IT WAS A 'FIST-SIZED' RUST HOLE ON THE SUBFRAME. I BELIEVE IT WAS ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE (NOT SURE). I GOT A QUOTE FOR $1400 FROM A HYU...

Jul 16, 2008 Structure 85,300 mi

HELLO. I OWN A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. I TOOK IT FOR AN INSPECTION IN APRIL OF 2008. IT FAILED DUE TO THE SUBFRAME BEING RUSTED. THE MECHANIC SHOWED ME THE RUST. IT WAS A 'FIST-SIZED' RUST HOLE ON THE SUBFRAME. I BELIEVE IT WAS ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE (NOT SURE). I GOT A QUOTE FOR $1400 FROM A HYU...

Jul 9, 2008 Structure 140,694 mi

WHEN I WAS AT THE GRADE SCHOOL PICKING UP MY DAUGHTER, THE CAR STARTED TO LURCH AND THEN STOPPED. I GOT OUT AND THE FRONT TIRE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WAS TWISTED TO THE SIDE. THE RIGHT AXLE HAD BLOWN OUT. I COULD NO LONGER DRIVE THE CAR. I WAS IN THE PROCESS OF MOVING BACK TO ILLINOIS AT THE END ...

Jul 9, 2008 Suspension 140,694 mi

WHEN I WAS AT THE GRADE SCHOOL PICKING UP MY DAUGHTER, THE CAR STARTED TO LURCH AND THEN STOPPED. I GOT OUT AND THE FRONT TIRE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WAS TWISTED TO THE SIDE. THE RIGHT AXLE HAD BLOWN OUT. I COULD NO LONGER DRIVE THE CAR. I WAS IN THE PROCESS OF MOVING BACK TO ILLINOIS AT THE END ...

Jul 9, 2008 Structure 140,694 mi

WHEN I WAS AT THE GRADE SCHOOL PICKING UP MY DAUGHTER, THE CAR STARTED TO LURCH AND THEN STOPPED. I GOT OUT AND THE FRONT TIRE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WAS TWISTED TO THE SIDE. THE RIGHT AXLE HAD BLOWN OUT. I COULD NO LONGER DRIVE THE CAR. I WAS IN THE PROCESS OF MOVING BACK TO ILLINOIS AT THE END ...

Jul 9, 2008 Suspension 140,694 mi

WHEN I WAS AT THE GRADE SCHOOL PICKING UP MY DAUGHTER, THE CAR STARTED TO LURCH AND THEN STOPPED. I GOT OUT AND THE FRONT TIRE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WAS TWISTED TO THE SIDE. THE RIGHT AXLE HAD BLOWN OUT. I COULD NO LONGER DRIVE THE CAR. I WAS IN THE PROCESS OF MOVING BACK TO ILLINOIS AT THE END ...

Jul 7, 2008 Structure 68,000 mi

RUST HOLE IN SUB FRAME FOUND WHILE DOING AN OIL CHANGE. *TR

Jul 7, 2008 Structure 68,000 mi

RUST HOLE IN SUB FRAME FOUND WHILE DOING AN OIL CHANGE. *TR

Jul 1, 2008 Structure 84,800 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA AT 15 MILES/HR ON GOOD-CONDITION ROAD WHEN I HEARD A CRACKING NOISE AND FELT THE FRONT RIGHT SIDE SINK TO THE GROUND. I DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT RIGHT WHEEL WAS COMPLETELY DETACHED FROM THE FRAME, AND THE FRONT AXLE WAS DISPLACED. THERE WAS SERIOUS CORROSION ON...

Jul 1, 2008 Structure 84,800 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA AT 15 MILES/HR ON GOOD-CONDITION ROAD WHEN I HEARD A CRACKING NOISE AND FELT THE FRONT RIGHT SIDE SINK TO THE GROUND. I DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT RIGHT WHEEL WAS COMPLETELY DETACHED FROM THE FRAME, AND THE FRONT AXLE WAS DISPLACED. THERE WAS SERIOUS CORROSION ON...

Jun 27, 2008 Structure 125,400 mi

I HAVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WITH SEVERE SUBFRAME RUSTING WHICH WAS DISCOVERED WHEN CAR WAS INSPECTED. I WAS TOLD THAT MY CAR IS NOT INSPECTABLE.

Jun 27, 2008 Structure 148,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT TOOK HIS VEHICLE TO A LOCAL MECHANIC DUE TO A NOISE CAUSED BY THE WHEEL BEARINGS. THE MECHANIC INFORMED HIM THAT THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE, WHICH SUPPORTED THE ENGINE, WAS RUSTING. THE MECHANIC ALSO NOTICED A HOLE IN THE RIGHT FRONT SIDE OF TH...

Jun 27, 2008 Structure 116,844 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING TO WORK ON JUNE 9, 2008. SHE HAD TO STOP SUDDENLY AND HEARD A POP IN FRONT END OF CAR. CAR SWERVED TO RIGHT AND SHE THOUGHT SHE WAS GOING TO HIT ANOTHER CAR. DROVE CAR SLOWLY TO HATFIELD HYUNDAI. THEY HAD A LONG WAIT FOR THE PART, AND WE GOT THE CAR BACK ON JUNE 26, 2008. TH...

Jun 27, 2008 Structure 125,400 mi

I HAVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WITH SEVERE SUBFRAME RUSTING WHICH WAS DISCOVERED WHEN CAR WAS INSPECTED. I WAS TOLD THAT MY CAR IS NOT INSPECTABLE.

Jun 27, 2008 Structure 148,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT TOOK HIS VEHICLE TO A LOCAL MECHANIC DUE TO A NOISE CAUSED BY THE WHEEL BEARINGS. THE MECHANIC INFORMED HIM THAT THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE, WHICH SUPPORTED THE ENGINE, WAS RUSTING. THE MECHANIC ALSO NOTICED A HOLE IN THE RIGHT FRONT SIDE OF TH...

Jun 27, 2008 Structure 116,844 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING TO WORK ON JUNE 9, 2008. SHE HAD TO STOP SUDDENLY AND HEARD A POP IN FRONT END OF CAR. CAR SWERVED TO RIGHT AND SHE THOUGHT SHE WAS GOING TO HIT ANOTHER CAR. DROVE CAR SLOWLY TO HATFIELD HYUNDAI. THEY HAD A LONG WAIT FOR THE PART, AND WE GOT THE CAR BACK ON JUNE 26, 2008. TH...

Jun 22, 2008 Suspension 94,688 mi

THIS COMPLAINT INVOLVES A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. I WAS HAVING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE DONE ON THE VEHICLE AND WAS NOTIFIED DURING SERVICE THAT THE ENTIRE FRONT END SUSPENSION AND FRAME ON MY CAR IS RUSTED OUT. WHEN I LOOKED AT IT, THERE WERE LARGE RUST HOLES APPARENT IN THE CROSSMEMBERS AND EVERY WELD I C...

Jun 22, 2008 Structure 94,688 mi

THIS COMPLAINT INVOLVES A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. I WAS HAVING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE DONE ON THE VEHICLE AND WAS NOTIFIED DURING SERVICE THAT THE ENTIRE FRONT END SUSPENSION AND FRAME ON MY CAR IS RUSTED OUT. WHEN I LOOKED AT IT, THERE WERE LARGE RUST HOLES APPARENT IN THE CROSSMEMBERS AND EVERY WELD I C...

Jun 22, 2008 Suspension 94,688 mi

THIS COMPLAINT INVOLVES A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. I WAS HAVING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE DONE ON THE VEHICLE AND WAS NOTIFIED DURING SERVICE THAT THE ENTIRE FRONT END SUSPENSION AND FRAME ON MY CAR IS RUSTED OUT. WHEN I LOOKED AT IT, THERE WERE LARGE RUST HOLES APPARENT IN THE CROSSMEMBERS AND EVERY WELD I C...

Jun 22, 2008 Structure 94,688 mi

THIS COMPLAINT INVOLVES A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. I WAS HAVING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE DONE ON THE VEHICLE AND WAS NOTIFIED DURING SERVICE THAT THE ENTIRE FRONT END SUSPENSION AND FRAME ON MY CAR IS RUSTED OUT. WHEN I LOOKED AT IT, THERE WERE LARGE RUST HOLES APPARENT IN THE CROSSMEMBERS AND EVERY WELD I C...

Jun 19, 2008 Structure 86,400 mi

WENT FOR OIL CHANGE AND TECHNICIAN NOTICED EXTREME ROT ON THE FRONT SUB FRAME WHICH HOLDS UP THE ENGINE AND HOLDS THE TIRES AND STRUTS. IT IS CURRENTLY IN THE SHOP AWAITING PARTS WHICH I WAS TOLD WERE ON BACKORDER SINCE MAY 19, 2008. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE AND HAVE RESEARCHED AND FOUND THAT...

Jun 19, 2008 Structure 86,400 mi

WENT FOR OIL CHANGE AND TECHNICIAN NOTICED EXTREME ROT ON THE FRONT SUB FRAME WHICH HOLDS UP THE ENGINE AND HOLDS THE TIRES AND STRUTS. IT IS CURRENTLY IN THE SHOP AWAITING PARTS WHICH I WAS TOLD WERE ON BACKORDER SINCE MAY 19, 2008. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE AND HAVE RESEARCHED AND FOUND THAT...

Jun 17, 2008 Structure 170,000 mi

MY SON WAS GETTING ON THE ON RAMP TO I-35 TURNING TO THE RIGHT. HE WAS GOING ABOUT 20 MPH AND THE CAR MADE A NOISE AND STARTED GRINDING. HE PULLED IT OFF TO THE SIDE AND CALLED ME. I CALLED MY OTHER SON WHO IS A MECHANIC TO GO AND TAKE A LOOK AT IT, HE SAID THAT IT LOOKED LIKE A BEARING HAD WORN OUT...

Jun 17, 2008 Suspension 170,000 mi

MY SON WAS GETTING ON THE ON RAMP TO I-35 TURNING TO THE RIGHT. HE WAS GOING ABOUT 20 MPH AND THE CAR MADE A NOISE AND STARTED GRINDING. HE PULLED IT OFF TO THE SIDE AND CALLED ME. I CALLED MY OTHER SON WHO IS A MECHANIC TO GO AND TAKE A LOOK AT IT, HE SAID THAT IT LOOKED LIKE A BEARING HAD WORN OUT...

Jun 17, 2008 Structure 170,000 mi

MY SON WAS GETTING ON THE ON RAMP TO I-35 TURNING TO THE RIGHT. HE WAS GOING ABOUT 20 MPH AND THE CAR MADE A NOISE AND STARTED GRINDING. HE PULLED IT OFF TO THE SIDE AND CALLED ME. I CALLED MY OTHER SON WHO IS A MECHANIC TO GO AND TAKE A LOOK AT IT, HE SAID THAT IT LOOKED LIKE A BEARING HAD WORN OUT...

Jun 17, 2008 Suspension 170,000 mi

MY SON WAS GETTING ON THE ON RAMP TO I-35 TURNING TO THE RIGHT. HE WAS GOING ABOUT 20 MPH AND THE CAR MADE A NOISE AND STARTED GRINDING. HE PULLED IT OFF TO THE SIDE AND CALLED ME. I CALLED MY OTHER SON WHO IS A MECHANIC TO GO AND TAKE A LOOK AT IT, HE SAID THAT IT LOOKED LIKE A BEARING HAD WORN OUT...

Jun 14, 2008 Structure 151,000 mi

THE SUBFRAME ON MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA HAS RUSTED AND BROKE IN HALF CAUSING MY HALF SHAFT TO BRAKE APART AND CAUSING THE RIGHT SIDE FRONT TIRE TO COME DETACHED AND MY CAR WAS STUCK AND NOT DRIVABLE! *TR

Jun 14, 2008 Structure 151,000 mi

THE SUBFRAME ON MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA HAS RUSTED AND BROKE IN HALF CAUSING MY HALF SHAFT TO BRAKE APART AND CAUSING THE RIGHT SIDE FRONT TIRE TO COME DETACHED AND MY CAR WAS STUCK AND NOT DRIVABLE! *TR

Jun 10, 2008 Suspension 123,000 mi

SUSPENSION SYSTEM SUDDENLY COLLAPSED ON RIGHT SIDE WHILE I WAS DRIVING IN PARKING LOT IN FAIRFAX, VA. CAR WOULD NOT MOVE. HAD TO BE TOWED TO HYUNDAI DEALER. DEALER STATED THAT TIE ROD AND ENGINE CRADLE DAMAGED. I HAD ORIGINALLY THOUGHT THAT I HAD HIT SOMETHING DURING A RECENT THUNDERSTORM WHEN TR...

Jun 10, 2008 Structure 123,000 mi

SUSPENSION SYSTEM SUDDENLY COLLAPSED ON RIGHT SIDE WHILE I WAS DRIVING IN PARKING LOT IN FAIRFAX, VA. CAR WOULD NOT MOVE. HAD TO BE TOWED TO HYUNDAI DEALER. DEALER STATED THAT TIE ROD AND ENGINE CRADLE DAMAGED. I HAD ORIGINALLY THOUGHT THAT I HAD HIT SOMETHING DURING A RECENT THUNDERSTORM WHEN TR...

Jun 10, 2008 Suspension 123,000 mi

SUSPENSION SYSTEM SUDDENLY COLLAPSED ON RIGHT SIDE WHILE I WAS DRIVING IN PARKING LOT IN FAIRFAX, VA. CAR WOULD NOT MOVE. HAD TO BE TOWED TO HYUNDAI DEALER. DEALER STATED THAT TIE ROD AND ENGINE CRADLE DAMAGED. I HAD ORIGINALLY THOUGHT THAT I HAD HIT SOMETHING DURING A RECENT THUNDERSTORM WHEN TR...

Jun 10, 2008 Structure 123,000 mi

SUSPENSION SYSTEM SUDDENLY COLLAPSED ON RIGHT SIDE WHILE I WAS DRIVING IN PARKING LOT IN FAIRFAX, VA. CAR WOULD NOT MOVE. HAD TO BE TOWED TO HYUNDAI DEALER. DEALER STATED THAT TIE ROD AND ENGINE CRADLE DAMAGED. I HAD ORIGINALLY THOUGHT THAT I HAD HIT SOMETHING DURING A RECENT THUNDERSTORM WHEN TR...

Jun 6, 2008 Structure 110,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT'S SPOUSE OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH OUT OF A PARKING LOT, THE CONTACT HEARD A SNAP AND THE VEHICLE STOPPED MOVING. SHE EXITED THE VEHICLE AND DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE WAS LAYING INWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A MECHANIC, WHO STATED THAT T...

Jun 6, 2008 Structure 110,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT'S SPOUSE OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH OUT OF A PARKING LOT, THE CONTACT HEARD A SNAP AND THE VEHICLE STOPPED MOVING. SHE EXITED THE VEHICLE AND DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE WAS LAYING INWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A MECHANIC, WHO STATED THAT T...

May 29, 2008 Structure 21,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HER VEHICLE RUSTED THROUGH THE A FRAME, WHICH SUPPORTS THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL. ON MAY 29, 2008, THE CV JOINTS FAILED. WHILE PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT AT 10 MPH, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE M...

May 29, 2008 Structure 21,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HER VEHICLE RUSTED THROUGH THE A FRAME, WHICH SUPPORTS THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL. ON MAY 29, 2008, THE CV JOINTS FAILED. WHILE PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT AT 10 MPH, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE M...

May 23, 2008 Structure 115,000 mi

MY RIGHT FRONT TIRE PULLED AWAY FROM THE FRAME. UPON EXAMINATION I FOUND THAT THE ENGINE CRADLE HAD COMPLETELY RUSTED APART. IT WASN'T DRIVABLE, HAD A MECHANIC FRIEND LOOK AT IT AND HE SHOWED ME WHERE IT WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT. LUCKILY HE WAS ABLE TO FIX IT HIMSELF BY TAKING OFF THE ARM AND COM...

May 23, 2008 Structure 115,000 mi

MY RIGHT FRONT TIRE PULLED AWAY FROM THE FRAME. UPON EXAMINATION I FOUND THAT THE ENGINE CRADLE HAD COMPLETELY RUSTED APART. IT WASN'T DRIVABLE, HAD A MECHANIC FRIEND LOOK AT IT AND HE SHOWED ME WHERE IT WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT. LUCKILY HE WAS ABLE TO FIX IT HIMSELF BY TAKING OFF THE ARM AND COM...

May 10, 2008 Structure 127,000 mi

GOT THE SONATA IN 2006. WAS DILIGENT WITH THE OIL CHANGING AND THE WORKS. IT GOT TO 127K MILES SO WE TOOK IT IN FOR THE 120MI SERVICE AS WE INTEND TO HAVE THE CAR IN ITS GOOD CONDITION .. SEEMED OK.. AFTER DRIVING IT FOR 2 WEEKS MY WIFE RESUMED TO USE IT TO GO TO WORK. SHE SAID ABOUT IT NEEDING ...

May 10, 2008 Structure 127,000 mi

GOT THE SONATA IN 2006. WAS DILIGENT WITH THE OIL CHANGING AND THE WORKS. IT GOT TO 127K MILES SO WE TOOK IT IN FOR THE 120MI SERVICE AS WE INTEND TO HAVE THE CAR IN ITS GOOD CONDITION .. SEEMED OK.. AFTER DRIVING IT FOR 2 WEEKS MY WIFE RESUMED TO USE IT TO GO TO WORK. SHE SAID ABOUT IT NEEDING ...

May 8, 2008 Structure 105,530 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WHEN I HAD TO SUDDENLY TURN MY STEERING WHEEL QUICKLY TO THE RIGHT. UPON DOING SO, I HEARD A LOUD NOISE, AND WAS UNABLE TO STEER MY CAR. IT WAS TAKEN TO A HYUNDAI SERVICE DEPARTMENT, AND I WAS TOLD THAT THE SUB FRAME HAD RUSTED OUT AND LET EVERYTHING COME DOWN ON MY SU...

May 8, 2008 Structure 105,530 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WHEN I HAD TO SUDDENLY TURN MY STEERING WHEEL QUICKLY TO THE RIGHT. UPON DOING SO, I HEARD A LOUD NOISE, AND WAS UNABLE TO STEER MY CAR. IT WAS TAKEN TO A HYUNDAI SERVICE DEPARTMENT, AND I WAS TOLD THAT THE SUB FRAME HAD RUSTED OUT AND LET EVERYTHING COME DOWN ON MY SU...

May 6, 2008 Structure 117,049 mi

MY SEVENTEEN YEAR OLD DAUGHTER WAS TRAVELING 10-15 M/HR RETURNING HOME FROM WORK AND HAS SHE TURNED ONTO OUR STREET OUR 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA HAD A COMPLETED RIGHT FRONT WHEEL COLLAPSE/SEPARATION FROM THE CAR. UPON INSPECTION AT OUR LOCAL GARAGE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THIS WAS A RESULT OF COMPLETE SU...

May 6, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 129,358 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE ASSEMBLY WAS FALLING OFF THE VEHICLE DUE TO A RUSTED ENGINE CRADLE ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A SERVICE STATION AND THEY REPLACED THE PASSENGER SIDE DRIVESHAFT ASSEMBLY. AFTER...

May 6, 2008 Structure 117,049 mi

MY SEVENTEEN YEAR OLD DAUGHTER WAS TRAVELING 10-15 M/HR RETURNING HOME FROM WORK AND HAS SHE TURNED ONTO OUR STREET OUR 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA HAD A COMPLETED RIGHT FRONT WHEEL COLLAPSE/SEPARATION FROM THE CAR. UPON INSPECTION AT OUR LOCAL GARAGE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THIS WAS A RESULT OF COMPLETE SU...

May 6, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 129,358 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE ASSEMBLY WAS FALLING OFF THE VEHICLE DUE TO A RUSTED ENGINE CRADLE ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A SERVICE STATION AND THEY REPLACED THE PASSENGER SIDE DRIVESHAFT ASSEMBLY. AFTER...

May 1, 2008 Structure 121,301 mi

I WAS CALLED BY MY LOCAL MECHANIC THIS EVENING TO COME LOOK AT MY 2000 SONATA WHILE IT WAS ON THE RACK TO REPLACE THE ALTERNATOR AND BELTS. HE TOLD ME I HAD A SERIOUS PROBLEM AND NEEDED TO COME SEE IT FOR MYSELF. THERE IS A RUSTED OUT SECTION OF THE UNIBODY SUBFRAME ON THE RIGHT FRONT JUST UNDE...

May 1, 2008 Structure 121,301 mi

I WAS CALLED BY MY LOCAL MECHANIC THIS EVENING TO COME LOOK AT MY 2000 SONATA WHILE IT WAS ON THE RACK TO REPLACE THE ALTERNATOR AND BELTS. HE TOLD ME I HAD A SERIOUS PROBLEM AND NEEDED TO COME SEE IT FOR MYSELF. THERE IS A RUSTED OUT SECTION OF THE UNIBODY SUBFRAME ON THE RIGHT FRONT JUST UNDE...

Apr 29, 2008 Structure 72,743 mi

FRAME HAS RUSTED OUT CAN NO LONGER DRIVE MY CAR AND I NEED IT TO GET TO WORK. *TR

Apr 29, 2008 Structure 72,743 mi

FRAME HAS RUSTED OUT CAN NO LONGER DRIVE MY CAR AND I NEED IT TO GET TO WORK. *TR

Apr 17, 2008 Structure

I TOOK MY CAR TO MY PERSONAL MECHANIC ON 3/19/2008 BECAUSE THE CAR WAS MAKING A SQUEAKING NOISE ON AN IRREGULAR BASIS AND IT WAS NOT STEERING PROPERLY. HE TOOK IT FOR A DRIVE W/ MYSELF IN THE CAR. IT MADE NO NOISE AND IT DID NOT "PULL". HE REASSURED THAT EVERYTHING WAS OK AT THAT TIME, HOWEVER, IF I...

Apr 17, 2008 Structure

I TOOK MY CAR TO MY PERSONAL MECHANIC ON 3/19/2008 BECAUSE THE CAR WAS MAKING A SQUEAKING NOISE ON AN IRREGULAR BASIS AND IT WAS NOT STEERING PROPERLY. HE TOOK IT FOR A DRIVE W/ MYSELF IN THE CAR. IT MADE NO NOISE AND IT DID NOT "PULL". HE REASSURED THAT EVERYTHING WAS OK AT THAT TIME, HOWEVER, IF I...

Apr 5, 2008 Structure 66,000 mi

VEHICLE BEGAN KNOCKING AS IF SOMETHING HIT IT FROM UNDERNEATH. ALSO, STEERING SUDDENLY WAS OUT OF ALIGNMENT AND FRONT END FELT VERY LOOSE. MECHANIC DISCOVERED A HOLE IN SUBFRAME APPROX. ONE FOOT IN SIZE DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUST/CORROSION ON PASSENGER SIDE. AS A RESULT MOTOR IS LOOSE AND VEHICLE IS V...

Apr 5, 2008 Structure 66,000 mi

VEHICLE BEGAN KNOCKING AS IF SOMETHING HIT IT FROM UNDERNEATH. ALSO, STEERING SUDDENLY WAS OUT OF ALIGNMENT AND FRONT END FELT VERY LOOSE. MECHANIC DISCOVERED A HOLE IN SUBFRAME APPROX. ONE FOOT IN SIZE DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUST/CORROSION ON PASSENGER SIDE. AS A RESULT MOTOR IS LOOSE AND VEHICLE IS V...

Apr 2, 2008 Structure 58,500 mi

PULLING UP TO A LEFT TURN INTO THE DAYTONA SAM'S CLUB, THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL AND LOWER WISHBONE ASSEMBLY COMPLETELY SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE'S SUB-FRAME AND MY WHEEL CAME OFF THE CAR. MY MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE SUB-FRAME HAD COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT FROM THE INSIDE. THERE IS NOT A SPECK OF RUS...

Apr 2, 2008 Structure 58,500 mi

PULLING UP TO A LEFT TURN INTO THE DAYTONA SAM'S CLUB, THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL AND LOWER WISHBONE ASSEMBLY COMPLETELY SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE'S SUB-FRAME AND MY WHEEL CAME OFF THE CAR. MY MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE SUB-FRAME HAD COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT FROM THE INSIDE. THERE IS NOT A SPECK OF RUS...

Mar 27, 2008 Structure 95,000 mi

THE CAR WAS NOT STEERING CORRECTLY AND WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC TO HAVE THE ALIGNMENT FIXED. THE MECHANIC SAID THE PROBLEM WAS NOT THE ALIGNMENT BUT THAT THE ENGINE CRADLE WAS RUSTED. THE CAR HAS LESS THAN 100,000 MILES ON IT, BUT BECAUSE WE ARE NOT THE ORIGINAL OWNERS WE ARE NOT COVERED UNDER THE ...

Mar 27, 2008 Structure 95,000 mi

THE CAR WAS NOT STEERING CORRECTLY AND WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC TO HAVE THE ALIGNMENT FIXED. THE MECHANIC SAID THE PROBLEM WAS NOT THE ALIGNMENT BUT THAT THE ENGINE CRADLE WAS RUSTED. THE CAR HAS LESS THAN 100,000 MILES ON IT, BUT BECAUSE WE ARE NOT THE ORIGINAL OWNERS WE ARE NOT COVERED UNDER THE ...

Mar 18, 2008 Structure 124,000 mi

I'VE HAD A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA FOR A LITTLE OVER A YEAR, AND RECENTLY I HAD TO TAKE IT IN FOR WHAT I THOUGHT WAS JUST AN ALIGNMENT PROBLEM BECAUSE THE INSIDE OF MY TIRES WHERE WEARING OUT TOO FAST. SO I TOOK IT TO A LOCAL SHOP TO HAVE IT LOOKED AT, AND THEY TOLD ME THAT THE ENGINE/TRANS CRADLE(SUB-F...

Mar 18, 2008 Structure 124,000 mi

I'VE HAD A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA FOR A LITTLE OVER A YEAR, AND RECENTLY I HAD TO TAKE IT IN FOR WHAT I THOUGHT WAS JUST AN ALIGNMENT PROBLEM BECAUSE THE INSIDE OF MY TIRES WHERE WEARING OUT TOO FAST. SO I TOOK IT TO A LOCAL SHOP TO HAVE IT LOOKED AT, AND THEY TOLD ME THAT THE ENGINE/TRANS CRADLE(SUB-F...

Feb 10, 2008 Structure

FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SUB FRAME TOTALLY RUSTED RESULTING IN SUSPENSION AND STEERING RACK COMING APART. *TR

Feb 10, 2008 Structure

FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SUB FRAME TOTALLY RUSTED RESULTING IN SUSPENSION AND STEERING RACK COMING APART. *TR

Jan 31, 2008 Structure 120,000 mi

I'M SEEKING HELP GETTING HYUNDAI USA MOTOR CO. TO PAY FOR THE REPAIRS NECESSARY TO MAKE MY 2000 SONATA SAFE TO DRIVE AND TO TRY AND START AN INVESTIGATION OF THE NEED OF A RECALL ON ALL SIMILAR SONATA MODELS 1999 ' 2001 AND POSSIBLY 2002 ' 2005 AS WELL. THE PROBLEM IS THE FRONT SUB-FRAME WAS NOT ...

Jan 31, 2008 Structure 120,000 mi

I'M SEEKING HELP GETTING HYUNDAI USA MOTOR CO. TO PAY FOR THE REPAIRS NECESSARY TO MAKE MY 2000 SONATA SAFE TO DRIVE AND TO TRY AND START AN INVESTIGATION OF THE NEED OF A RECALL ON ALL SIMILAR SONATA MODELS 1999 ' 2001 AND POSSIBLY 2002 ' 2005 AS WELL. THE PROBLEM IS THE FRONT SUB-FRAME WAS NOT ...

Dec 19, 2007 Structure 143,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER WAS PULLING INTO THE DRIVEWAY, THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WHEEL DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE CRADLE RUSTED OUT WHERE THE TWO BOLTS WERE ATTACHED TO THE SUBFRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPE...

Dec 19, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 143,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER WAS PULLING INTO THE DRIVEWAY, THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WHEEL DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE CRADLE RUSTED OUT WHERE THE TWO BOLTS WERE ATTACHED TO THE SUBFRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPE...

Dec 19, 2007 Structure 143,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER WAS PULLING INTO THE DRIVEWAY, THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WHEEL DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE CRADLE RUSTED OUT WHERE THE TWO BOLTS WERE ATTACHED TO THE SUBFRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPE...

Dec 19, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 143,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER WAS PULLING INTO THE DRIVEWAY, THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WHEEL DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE CRADLE RUSTED OUT WHERE THE TWO BOLTS WERE ATTACHED TO THE SUBFRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPE...

Oct 10, 2007 Structure

NOTICED AT LAST OIL CHANGE, POTENTIAL STRUCTURAL FAILURE OF FRONT SUB FRAME/ENGINE CRADLE DUE TO RUST OUT CAUSED BY DESIGN THAT ALLOWS WATER TO ENTER AND BE TRAPPED IN SUB FRAME. CARS IN "SNOW BELT" AREAS (OHIO) ARE AFFECTED BY ROAD SALT. SUB FRAME HAS 2.5" RUST HOLE AND SURROUNDING AREA SHOWS FAT...

Oct 10, 2007 Structure

NOTICED AT LAST OIL CHANGE, POTENTIAL STRUCTURAL FAILURE OF FRONT SUB FRAME/ENGINE CRADLE DUE TO RUST OUT CAUSED BY DESIGN THAT ALLOWS WATER TO ENTER AND BE TRAPPED IN SUB FRAME. CARS IN "SNOW BELT" AREAS (OHIO) ARE AFFECTED BY ROAD SALT. SUB FRAME HAS 2.5" RUST HOLE AND SURROUNDING AREA SHOWS FAT...

Sep 30, 2007 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT DOWN A NEWLY PAVED ACCESS ROAD AT APPROXIMATELY 20MPH, THE CONTROL ARM BROKE FREE OF MY ROTTED/RUSTED OUT SUBFRAME. I HAVE RECENTLY HAD THE CAR IN FOR AN ALIGNMENT, AND BRAKE WORK AND NO PROBLEM WAS DETECTED WITH THE RUSTED SUBFRAME. THE CAR IMMEDIATELY SEIZED UP AS THE WHEEL ...

Sep 30, 2007 Structure

WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT DOWN A NEWLY PAVED ACCESS ROAD AT APPROXIMATELY 20MPH, THE CONTROL ARM BROKE FREE OF MY ROTTED/RUSTED OUT SUBFRAME. I HAVE RECENTLY HAD THE CAR IN FOR AN ALIGNMENT, AND BRAKE WORK AND NO PROBLEM WAS DETECTED WITH THE RUSTED SUBFRAME. THE CAR IMMEDIATELY SEIZED UP AS THE WHEEL ...

Sep 30, 2007 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT DOWN A NEWLY PAVED ACCESS ROAD AT APPROXIMATELY 20MPH, THE CONTROL ARM BROKE FREE OF MY ROTTED/RUSTED OUT SUBFRAME. I HAVE RECENTLY HAD THE CAR IN FOR AN ALIGNMENT, AND BRAKE WORK AND NO PROBLEM WAS DETECTED WITH THE RUSTED SUBFRAME. THE CAR IMMEDIATELY SEIZED UP AS THE WHEEL ...

Sep 30, 2007 Structure

WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT DOWN A NEWLY PAVED ACCESS ROAD AT APPROXIMATELY 20MPH, THE CONTROL ARM BROKE FREE OF MY ROTTED/RUSTED OUT SUBFRAME. I HAVE RECENTLY HAD THE CAR IN FOR AN ALIGNMENT, AND BRAKE WORK AND NO PROBLEM WAS DETECTED WITH THE RUSTED SUBFRAME. THE CAR IMMEDIATELY SEIZED UP AS THE WHEEL ...

Sep 27, 2007 Seats 86,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE APPROACHING A STOP AT 10 MPH, THE DRIVER SEAT SLID. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE SEAT ROLLERS FAILED. THE SEAT HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 86,000.

Sep 27, 2007 Seats 86,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE APPROACHING A STOP AT 10 MPH, THE DRIVER SEAT SLID. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE SEAT ROLLERS FAILED. THE SEAT HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 86,000.

Sep 12, 2007 Structure

I HAVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WHICH I PURCHASED USED IN 2003 FROM KOEPPEL HYUNDA IDEALER IN LONG ISLAND CITY NEW YORK. I HAVE NOT HAD ANY MAJOR PROBLEMS WITH THE CAR AT ALL. THIS WEEK I BEGAN TO NOTICE SOMETHING NOT FEELING RIGHT IN THE FRONT END, SO I BROUGHT IT TO MY MECHANIC. HE SAID THE STRUTS...

Sep 12, 2007 Structure

I HAVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WHICH I PURCHASED USED IN 2003 FROM KOEPPEL HYUNDA IDEALER IN LONG ISLAND CITY NEW YORK. I HAVE NOT HAD ANY MAJOR PROBLEMS WITH THE CAR AT ALL. THIS WEEK I BEGAN TO NOTICE SOMETHING NOT FEELING RIGHT IN THE FRONT END, SO I BROUGHT IT TO MY MECHANIC. HE SAID THE STRUTS...

Sep 5, 2007 Structure

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT SUBFRAME OF THE VEHICLE IS COMPLETELY RUSTED FROM THE INSIDE. THE DEALER SUGGESTED THAT HE CALL THE HYUNDAI DEALER. HYUNDAI HAS BEEN UNABLE TO CORRECT THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS INVALID. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 112,000 A...

Sep 5, 2007 Structure

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT SUBFRAME OF THE VEHICLE IS COMPLETELY RUSTED FROM THE INSIDE. THE DEALER SUGGESTED THAT HE CALL THE HYUNDAI DEALER. HYUNDAI HAS BEEN UNABLE TO CORRECT THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS INVALID. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 112,000 A...

Aug 30, 2007 Structure 107,000 mi

CAR HAS NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT ,AND HAS HAD 1 OWNER.VECHICLE IS HOUSED IN CENTRAL N.J. ,VECHICLE HAS BEEN SERVICED AS TO HYUNDAI'S SERVICE MANUAL RECOMENDATIONS.ALSO VECHICLE HAS RECENTLY BEEN SERVICED JUST BEFORE MANUFACTURERS WARRANTY EXPIRED FOR DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSION SERVOS (CAR WAS ON LIFT ...

Aug 30, 2007 Structure 107,000 mi

CAR HAS NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT ,AND HAS HAD 1 OWNER.VECHICLE IS HOUSED IN CENTRAL N.J. ,VECHICLE HAS BEEN SERVICED AS TO HYUNDAI'S SERVICE MANUAL RECOMENDATIONS.ALSO VECHICLE HAS RECENTLY BEEN SERVICED JUST BEFORE MANUFACTURERS WARRANTY EXPIRED FOR DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSION SERVOS (CAR WAS ON LIFT ...

Jul 19, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 67,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING FAILURE WITH THE SENSOR PLUG ON HER VEHICLE. SHE HAS HAD TO PAY $200 EACH TIME THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN REPAIRED. SHE STATED THAT SHE IS ALSO EXPERIENCING FAILURE WITH THE POWERTRAIN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, WHICH CAUSED HER ...

Jul 19, 2007 Electrical System 67,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING FAILURE WITH THE SENSOR PLUG ON HER VEHICLE. SHE HAS HAD TO PAY $200 EACH TIME THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN REPAIRED. SHE STATED THAT SHE IS ALSO EXPERIENCING FAILURE WITH THE POWERTRAIN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, WHICH CAUSED HER ...

Jul 19, 2007 Power Train 67,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING FAILURE WITH THE SENSOR PLUG ON HER VEHICLE. SHE HAS HAD TO PAY $200 EACH TIME THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN REPAIRED. SHE STATED THAT SHE IS ALSO EXPERIENCING FAILURE WITH THE POWERTRAIN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, WHICH CAUSED HER ...

Jul 19, 2007 Equipment 67,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING FAILURE WITH THE SENSOR PLUG ON HER VEHICLE. SHE HAS HAD TO PAY $200 EACH TIME THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN REPAIRED. SHE STATED THAT SHE IS ALSO EXPERIENCING FAILURE WITH THE POWERTRAIN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, WHICH CAUSED HER ...

Jul 19, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 67,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING FAILURE WITH THE SENSOR PLUG ON HER VEHICLE. SHE HAS HAD TO PAY $200 EACH TIME THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN REPAIRED. SHE STATED THAT SHE IS ALSO EXPERIENCING FAILURE WITH THE POWERTRAIN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, WHICH CAUSED HER ...

Jul 19, 2007 Electrical System 67,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING FAILURE WITH THE SENSOR PLUG ON HER VEHICLE. SHE HAS HAD TO PAY $200 EACH TIME THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN REPAIRED. SHE STATED THAT SHE IS ALSO EXPERIENCING FAILURE WITH THE POWERTRAIN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, WHICH CAUSED HER ...

Jul 19, 2007 Power Train 67,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING FAILURE WITH THE SENSOR PLUG ON HER VEHICLE. SHE HAS HAD TO PAY $200 EACH TIME THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN REPAIRED. SHE STATED THAT SHE IS ALSO EXPERIENCING FAILURE WITH THE POWERTRAIN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, WHICH CAUSED HER ...

Jul 19, 2007 Equipment 67,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING FAILURE WITH THE SENSOR PLUG ON HER VEHICLE. SHE HAS HAD TO PAY $200 EACH TIME THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN REPAIRED. SHE STATED THAT SHE IS ALSO EXPERIENCING FAILURE WITH THE POWERTRAIN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, WHICH CAUSED HER ...

May 29, 2007 Electrical System 31,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STOPPED AND LOST POWER. THE CONTACT EVENTUALLY COASTED OFF THE ROAD AND APPROXIMATELY THREE TO FOUR MINUTES LATER, THE VEHICLE RESTARTED. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THE CAUSE OF FAILURE AS THE CRANK POSITION SENSOR. ...

May 29, 2007 Electrical System 31,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STOPPED AND LOST POWER. THE CONTACT EVENTUALLY COASTED OFF THE ROAD AND APPROXIMATELY THREE TO FOUR MINUTES LATER, THE VEHICLE RESTARTED. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THE CAUSE OF FAILURE AS THE CRANK POSITION SENSOR. ...

Apr 20, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 72,000 mi

THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR IS FAULTY. I DON'T UNDERSTAND HOW HYUNDAI CAN HAVE A RECALL FOR THIS ITEM IN THEIR KIA OPTIMAS AND SANTA FE 2.5L V-6 ENGINES, BUT NOT IN THE 2.5L V-6 SONATAS. THE LEAST OF THE PROBLEMS IS DIFFICULTY STARTING, WHICH SEEMS TO BE THE CULMINATION OF THE PROBLEM. THE BEGINN...

Apr 20, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 72,000 mi

THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR IS FAULTY. I DON'T UNDERSTAND HOW HYUNDAI CAN HAVE A RECALL FOR THIS ITEM IN THEIR KIA OPTIMAS AND SANTA FE 2.5L V-6 ENGINES, BUT NOT IN THE 2.5L V-6 SONATAS. THE LEAST OF THE PROBLEMS IS DIFFICULTY STARTING, WHICH SEEMS TO BE THE CULMINATION OF THE PROBLEM. THE BEGINN...

Apr 18, 2007 Electrical System Fire 102,000 mi

TL*- THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS, WITH A CURRENT MILEAGE OF 134,000 MILES. SHE STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING AT A LOW SPEED. WHENEVER THE VEHICLE LOST POWER SHE PULLED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD TO RESTART IT. AFTER RESTARTING THE VEHICLE IT WOULD ACCELE...

Apr 18, 2007 Electrical System Fire 102,000 mi

TL*- THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS, WITH A CURRENT MILEAGE OF 134,000 MILES. SHE STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING AT A LOW SPEED. WHENEVER THE VEHICLE LOST POWER SHE PULLED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD TO RESTART IT. AFTER RESTARTING THE VEHICLE IT WOULD ACCELE...

Apr 13, 2007 Electrical System 98,140 mi

TL*- THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 98,140. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH ON THE FREEWAY DURING DRY WEATHER CONDITIONS, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER WITHOUT WARNING. SHE WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DEALER, WHO STATED THAT IT WAS THE MASS AI...

Apr 13, 2007 Electrical System 98,140 mi

TL*- THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 98,140. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH ON THE FREEWAY DURING DRY WEATHER CONDITIONS, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER WITHOUT WARNING. SHE WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DEALER, WHO STATED THAT IT WAS THE MASS AI...

Mar 21, 2007 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE OWNER WAS DRIVING HER 2000 HYUNDAI SONANA GLS WHEN VEHICLE HIT A POLE. THERE IS EXTENSIVE FRONT END DAMAGE AND SHE HIT THE STEERING WHEEL HARD CAUSING INTERNAL INJURIES. THE CAR IS EQUIPPED WITH FRONT AIRBAGS AND SIDE IMPACT AIRBAGS BUT NONE DEPLOYED. *AKOWNER QUESTIONED WHY AIRBAG (S) DI...

Mar 21, 2007 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE OWNER WAS DRIVING HER 2000 HYUNDAI SONANA GLS WHEN VEHICLE HIT A POLE. THERE IS EXTENSIVE FRONT END DAMAGE AND SHE HIT THE STEERING WHEEL HARD CAUSING INTERNAL INJURIES. THE CAR IS EQUIPPED WITH FRONT AIRBAGS AND SIDE IMPACT AIRBAGS BUT NONE DEPLOYED. *AKOWNER QUESTIONED WHY AIRBAG (S) DI...

Jan 11, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 88,000 mi

FRAME OF 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WAS FOUND DURING OIL CHANGE TO BE SEVERELY RUSTED TO THE POINT WHERE VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. WENT TO DEALERSHIP WHERE WE WERE TOLD TO CONTACT HYUNDAI CORP. AFTER 2 WEEK PERIOD WE WERE TOLD HYUNDAI WOULD DO NOTHING TO CORRECT PROBLEM. WENT BACK TO DEALERSHIP AND A...

Jan 11, 2007 Structure 88,000 mi

FRAME OF 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WAS FOUND DURING OIL CHANGE TO BE SEVERELY RUSTED TO THE POINT WHERE VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. WENT TO DEALERSHIP WHERE WE WERE TOLD TO CONTACT HYUNDAI CORP. AFTER 2 WEEK PERIOD WE WERE TOLD HYUNDAI WOULD DO NOTHING TO CORRECT PROBLEM. WENT BACK TO DEALERSHIP AND A...

Jan 11, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 88,000 mi

FRAME OF 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WAS FOUND DURING OIL CHANGE TO BE SEVERELY RUSTED TO THE POINT WHERE VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. WENT TO DEALERSHIP WHERE WE WERE TOLD TO CONTACT HYUNDAI CORP. AFTER 2 WEEK PERIOD WE WERE TOLD HYUNDAI WOULD DO NOTHING TO CORRECT PROBLEM. WENT BACK TO DEALERSHIP AND A...

Jan 11, 2007 Structure 88,000 mi

FRAME OF 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WAS FOUND DURING OIL CHANGE TO BE SEVERELY RUSTED TO THE POINT WHERE VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. WENT TO DEALERSHIP WHERE WE WERE TOLD TO CONTACT HYUNDAI CORP. AFTER 2 WEEK PERIOD WE WERE TOLD HYUNDAI WOULD DO NOTHING TO CORRECT PROBLEM. WENT BACK TO DEALERSHIP AND A...

Dec 5, 2006 Suspension 77,750 mi

WHILE DRIVING APPROX 30 MPH MY FRONT RIGHT WHEEL FOLDED BACK AGAINST THE FENDER, BRING ME TO AN ABRUPT STOP. ONCE I HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO A LOCAL SHOP WE FOUND THAT THE SUB FRAME HAD RUSTED THROUGH AND THAT THE CONTROL ARM HAD COMPLETELY BROKEN OFF OF THE SUB FRAME. I HAD TO REPLACE THE COMPLET...

Dec 5, 2006 Suspension 77,750 mi

WHILE DRIVING APPROX 30 MPH MY FRONT RIGHT WHEEL FOLDED BACK AGAINST THE FENDER, BRING ME TO AN ABRUPT STOP. ONCE I HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO A LOCAL SHOP WE FOUND THAT THE SUB FRAME HAD RUSTED THROUGH AND THAT THE CONTROL ARM HAD COMPLETELY BROKEN OFF OF THE SUB FRAME. I HAD TO REPLACE THE COMPLET...

Oct 9, 2006 Structure 88,000 mi

THE ALIGNMENT APPEARED TO BE OFF ON MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. ON OCT. 1, 2006, THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED AT A LOCAL FIRESTONE STATION. THE MANAGER SHOWED ME THE CAUSE OF THE MIS-ALIGNMENT: THE ORIGINAL ENGINE CRADLE HAD NEARLY RUSTED THROUGH ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE CAR. THERE WAS A RUSTED OUT HOL...

Oct 9, 2006 Structure 88,000 mi

THE ALIGNMENT APPEARED TO BE OFF ON MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. ON OCT. 1, 2006, THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED AT A LOCAL FIRESTONE STATION. THE MANAGER SHOWED ME THE CAUSE OF THE MIS-ALIGNMENT: THE ORIGINAL ENGINE CRADLE HAD NEARLY RUSTED THROUGH ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE CAR. THERE WAS A RUSTED OUT HOL...

Sep 18, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 45,580 mi

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA - MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR FAILED AT 45,000 MILES - WAS THIS ITEM REPLACED IN 2000 RECALL? *NM

Sep 18, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 45,580 mi

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA - MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR FAILED AT 45,000 MILES - WAS THIS ITEM REPLACED IN 2000 RECALL? *NM

Aug 29, 2006 Air Bags

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE AIRBAG WARNING ILLUMINATED CONSTANTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE SERVICE DEALER FOR RECALL #01V347000 BUT THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT CONTINUED TO ILLUMINATE.

Aug 29, 2006 Air Bags

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE AIRBAG WARNING ILLUMINATED CONSTANTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE SERVICE DEALER FOR RECALL #01V347000 BUT THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT CONTINUED TO ILLUMINATE.

Jul 31, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 74,400 mi

I WAS TRAVELING DOWN THE HIGHWAY WHEN WITHOUT WARNING MY ENGINE SIMPLY SHUT OFF, AND THE POWER ASSIST TO THE BRAKES AND STEERING WAS STOPPED. I TRIED MOVING FROM THE CENTER LANE OVER TO THE SHOULDER AND WAS ALMOST REAR-ENDED BY A VEHICLE IN THE RIGHT LANE. I WAS ABLE TO PULL THE CAR OFF ON THE RIG...

Jul 31, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 74,400 mi

I WAS TRAVELING DOWN THE HIGHWAY WHEN WITHOUT WARNING MY ENGINE SIMPLY SHUT OFF, AND THE POWER ASSIST TO THE BRAKES AND STEERING WAS STOPPED. I TRIED MOVING FROM THE CENTER LANE OVER TO THE SHOULDER AND WAS ALMOST REAR-ENDED BY A VEHICLE IN THE RIGHT LANE. I WAS ABLE TO PULL THE CAR OFF ON THE RIG...

May 22, 2006 Power Train 38,131 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED INTERMITTENTLY, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT OUT OF FIRST GEAR. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE TURNED OFF AND THE CLUTCH PUMPED FOR THE VEHICLE TO SHIFT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY WAS REPLACED. THE PROBLEM PERSISTED AND THE REPAIR...

May 22, 2006 Power Train 38,131 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED INTERMITTENTLY, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT OUT OF FIRST GEAR. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE TURNED OFF AND THE CLUTCH PUMPED FOR THE VEHICLE TO SHIFT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY WAS REPLACED. THE PROBLEM PERSISTED AND THE REPAIR...

Feb 28, 2006 Electrical System

CAR HAD A RECALL FOR THE OXYGEN SENSORS AND WAS TAKEN CARE OF. HOWEVER, IT HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP 3 OTHER TIMES TO HAVE THE OXYGEN SENSORS REPLACED AND I JUST HAD ANOTHER GO OUT PAST THE WARRANTY PERIOD. I HAVE ALSO HAD THE CAR 'SLAM' INTO A LOWER GEAR WHILE ON THE EXPRESSWAY AND THE CHECK ENGINE LI...

Feb 28, 2006 Power Train

CAR HAD A RECALL FOR THE OXYGEN SENSORS AND WAS TAKEN CARE OF. HOWEVER, IT HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP 3 OTHER TIMES TO HAVE THE OXYGEN SENSORS REPLACED AND I JUST HAD ANOTHER GO OUT PAST THE WARRANTY PERIOD. I HAVE ALSO HAD THE CAR 'SLAM' INTO A LOWER GEAR WHILE ON THE EXPRESSWAY AND THE CHECK ENGINE LI...

Feb 28, 2006 Electrical System

CAR HAD A RECALL FOR THE OXYGEN SENSORS AND WAS TAKEN CARE OF. HOWEVER, IT HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP 3 OTHER TIMES TO HAVE THE OXYGEN SENSORS REPLACED AND I JUST HAD ANOTHER GO OUT PAST THE WARRANTY PERIOD. I HAVE ALSO HAD THE CAR 'SLAM' INTO A LOWER GEAR WHILE ON THE EXPRESSWAY AND THE CHECK ENGINE LI...

Feb 28, 2006 Power Train

CAR HAD A RECALL FOR THE OXYGEN SENSORS AND WAS TAKEN CARE OF. HOWEVER, IT HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP 3 OTHER TIMES TO HAVE THE OXYGEN SENSORS REPLACED AND I JUST HAD ANOTHER GO OUT PAST THE WARRANTY PERIOD. I HAVE ALSO HAD THE CAR 'SLAM' INTO A LOWER GEAR WHILE ON THE EXPRESSWAY AND THE CHECK ENGINE LI...

Nov 17, 2005 Air Bags Crash 68,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. THE ACCIDENT OCCURRED DURING RAINY CONDITIONS. THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER HYDRO PLANED AND HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT THE FRONT AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE RECEIVED DAMAGE TO BOTH FRONT DOORS AND THE FRONT END. INJURIES WERE SUSTAI...

Nov 17, 2005 Air Bags Crash 68,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. THE ACCIDENT OCCURRED DURING RAINY CONDITIONS. THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER HYDRO PLANED AND HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT THE FRONT AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE RECEIVED DAMAGE TO BOTH FRONT DOORS AND THE FRONT END. INJURIES WERE SUSTAI...

Nov 10, 2005 Air Bags 54,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED THE SIDE /CURTAIN AIRBAG ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE DEPLOYED WITHOUT ANY ACCIDENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND THEY STATE THE COMPUTER READ THERE HAD BEEN AN ACCIDENT. THE MANUFACTURER OFFERED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE AT THEIR EXPENSE, BUT THE CONTACT COULD NOT FI...

Nov 10, 2005 Air Bags 54,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED THE SIDE /CURTAIN AIRBAG ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE DEPLOYED WITHOUT ANY ACCIDENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND THEY STATE THE COMPUTER READ THERE HAD BEEN AN ACCIDENT. THE MANUFACTURER OFFERED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE AT THEIR EXPENSE, BUT THE CONTACT COULD NOT FI...

Oct 27, 2005 Electrical System

DT: THE CONTACT STATED THAT ONCE A YEAR THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP, AND THEY ADJUSTED THE HARNESS AND THE LIGHT WENT OFF. THE DEALERSHIP TOLD THE CONTACT THAT SOMETHING WAS NOT CORRECT WITH THE WIRING HARNESS WHERE IT CONNECTS TO THE SEAT, CAUSING THE LIG...

Oct 27, 2005 Air Bags

DT: THE CONTACT STATED THAT ONCE A YEAR THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP, AND THEY ADJUSTED THE HARNESS AND THE LIGHT WENT OFF. THE DEALERSHIP TOLD THE CONTACT THAT SOMETHING WAS NOT CORRECT WITH THE WIRING HARNESS WHERE IT CONNECTS TO THE SEAT, CAUSING THE LIG...

Oct 27, 2005 Electrical System

DT: THE CONTACT STATED THAT ONCE A YEAR THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP, AND THEY ADJUSTED THE HARNESS AND THE LIGHT WENT OFF. THE DEALERSHIP TOLD THE CONTACT THAT SOMETHING WAS NOT CORRECT WITH THE WIRING HARNESS WHERE IT CONNECTS TO THE SEAT, CAUSING THE LIG...

Oct 27, 2005 Air Bags

DT: THE CONTACT STATED THAT ONCE A YEAR THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP, AND THEY ADJUSTED THE HARNESS AND THE LIGHT WENT OFF. THE DEALERSHIP TOLD THE CONTACT THAT SOMETHING WAS NOT CORRECT WITH THE WIRING HARNESS WHERE IT CONNECTS TO THE SEAT, CAUSING THE LIG...

Oct 10, 2005 Air Bags

NEW HYUNDAI SONATA PURCHASED IN 2000. MOTOR VEHICLE RECALL NOTICE RECEIVED REGARDING AIR BAG WIRING HARNESS. CAR WAS TAKEN IN FOR RECALL. THE RECALL WAS "FIXED" ACCORDING TO THE DEALER. THE AIR BAG WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR HAS NOT BEEN FIXED CORRECTLY. THE AIR BAG LIGHT STILL GOES OFF, BECAUSE ...

Oct 10, 2005 Air Bags

NEW HYUNDAI SONATA PURCHASED IN 2000. MOTOR VEHICLE RECALL NOTICE RECEIVED REGARDING AIR BAG WIRING HARNESS. CAR WAS TAKEN IN FOR RECALL. THE RECALL WAS "FIXED" ACCORDING TO THE DEALER. THE AIR BAG WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR HAS NOT BEEN FIXED CORRECTLY. THE AIR BAG LIGHT STILL GOES OFF, BECAUSE ...

Sep 19, 2005 Electrical System Fire 73,800 mi

. ON 9/16/05 AFTER COMING HOME FROM WORK IN THE EVENING, MY HYUNDAI 2000 SONATA HAD A ELECTRICAL FIRE. LUCKILY I WAS GETTING OUT OF THE CAR WHEN EVERYTHING UNDER THE HOOD EXPLODED INTO FLAMES. I WAS ABLE TO MOVE THE CAR AWAY FROM THE HOUSE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT CAME QUICKLY AND PUT THE FIRE OUT. ...

Sep 19, 2005 Electrical System Fire 73,800 mi

. ON 9/16/05 AFTER COMING HOME FROM WORK IN THE EVENING, MY HYUNDAI 2000 SONATA HAD A ELECTRICAL FIRE. LUCKILY I WAS GETTING OUT OF THE CAR WHEN EVERYTHING UNDER THE HOOD EXPLODED INTO FLAMES. I WAS ABLE TO MOVE THE CAR AWAY FROM THE HOUSE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT CAME QUICKLY AND PUT THE FIRE OUT. ...

Sep 12, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 58,200 mi

BOTH POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES FAILED AT THE SAME TIME IN MY TEENAGERS SONATA. FORTUNATELY MY SON WAS ONLY GOING AROUND 25 MPH AT THE TIME AND USED THE PARKING BRAKE TO STOP. THE HYUNDAI DEALER SAYS THERE IS NO CONNECTION BETWEEN THE TWO SYSTEMS. IS THERE A NHTSA RECORD OF THIS OCCURRING PR...

Sep 12, 2005 Steering 58,200 mi

BOTH POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES FAILED AT THE SAME TIME IN MY TEENAGERS SONATA. FORTUNATELY MY SON WAS ONLY GOING AROUND 25 MPH AT THE TIME AND USED THE PARKING BRAKE TO STOP. THE HYUNDAI DEALER SAYS THERE IS NO CONNECTION BETWEEN THE TWO SYSTEMS. IS THERE A NHTSA RECORD OF THIS OCCURRING PR...

Sep 12, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 58,200 mi

BOTH POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES FAILED AT THE SAME TIME IN MY TEENAGERS SONATA. FORTUNATELY MY SON WAS ONLY GOING AROUND 25 MPH AT THE TIME AND USED THE PARKING BRAKE TO STOP. THE HYUNDAI DEALER SAYS THERE IS NO CONNECTION BETWEEN THE TWO SYSTEMS. IS THERE A NHTSA RECORD OF THIS OCCURRING PR...

Sep 12, 2005 Steering 58,200 mi

BOTH POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES FAILED AT THE SAME TIME IN MY TEENAGERS SONATA. FORTUNATELY MY SON WAS ONLY GOING AROUND 25 MPH AT THE TIME AND USED THE PARKING BRAKE TO STOP. THE HYUNDAI DEALER SAYS THERE IS NO CONNECTION BETWEEN THE TWO SYSTEMS. IS THERE A NHTSA RECORD OF THIS OCCURRING PR...

Aug 29, 2005 Electrical System

I AM TOTALLY DISGUSTED WITH MY CAR. I HAVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. I BOUGHT IT IN 2002. IN 2002 I HAD TO HAVE 2 OF MY OXYGEN SENSORS REPLACED DUE TO A RECALL. THEN THE FOLLOWING YEAR MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND I HAD TO HAVE ANOTHER OXYGEN SENSOR REPLACED. TWO WEEKS AFTER THAT MY CHECK ENGINE ...

Aug 29, 2005 Electrical System

I AM TOTALLY DISGUSTED WITH MY CAR. I HAVE A 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. I BOUGHT IT IN 2002. IN 2002 I HAD TO HAVE 2 OF MY OXYGEN SENSORS REPLACED DUE TO A RECALL. THEN THE FOLLOWING YEAR MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND I HAD TO HAVE ANOTHER OXYGEN SENSOR REPLACED. TWO WEEKS AFTER THAT MY CHECK ENGINE ...

Aug 12, 2005 Air Bags Crash 10,400 mi

DT: THE AIR BAG LIGHT WAS ON . THE DEALER SAID THERE WAS GOING TO BE A RECALL ON THE AIR BAG . TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, AND THEY REPLACED SENSOR IN THE BACK OF PASSENGER'S SEAT. THEN, TOOK AGAIN VEHICLE TO THE DEALER BECAUSE THE LIGHT CAME BACK ON. VEHICLE WAS NVOVLED IN A CAR ACCIDENT, AND V...

Aug 12, 2005 Electrical System

DT: WHEN IT IS HOT THE KEY WILL GET STUCK IN THE IGNITION. HAS TO TAKE ICE WATER AND PUT ON THE IGNITION SWITCH TO THE KEY OUT. NO TROUBLE WITH THE KEY IN COOLER WEATHER. TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY CHANGED THE SWITCHES, BUT PROBLEM RECURRED. ALSO, THE DOORS WILL NOT LOCK WHEN THE KEY IS...

Aug 12, 2005 Air Bags Crash 10,400 mi

DT: THE AIR BAG LIGHT WAS ON . THE DEALER SAID THERE WAS GOING TO BE A RECALL ON THE AIR BAG . TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, AND THEY REPLACED SENSOR IN THE BACK OF PASSENGER'S SEAT. THEN, TOOK AGAIN VEHICLE TO THE DEALER BECAUSE THE LIGHT CAME BACK ON. VEHICLE WAS NVOVLED IN A CAR ACCIDENT, AND V...

Aug 12, 2005 Electrical System

DT: WHEN IT IS HOT THE KEY WILL GET STUCK IN THE IGNITION. HAS TO TAKE ICE WATER AND PUT ON THE IGNITION SWITCH TO THE KEY OUT. NO TROUBLE WITH THE KEY IN COOLER WEATHER. TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY CHANGED THE SWITCHES, BUT PROBLEM RECURRED. ALSO, THE DOORS WILL NOT LOCK WHEN THE KEY IS...

Aug 4, 2005 Suspension Crash 76,000 mi

DT: WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE AT ABOUT 55 MPH SUDDENLY VEHICLE BEGAN TO SPIN OUT OF CONTROL IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. THE CAR SPUN AROUND AND STRUCK A GUARD RAIL AND STOPPED IN TRAFFIC. NO PREVIOUS PROBLEMS WITH THE CAR. IT WAS TOWED TO PEP BOYS FOR REPAIRS, SERVICEMAN NOTED THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE...

Aug 4, 2005 Suspension Crash 76,000 mi

DT: WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE AT ABOUT 55 MPH SUDDENLY VEHICLE BEGAN TO SPIN OUT OF CONTROL IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. THE CAR SPUN AROUND AND STRUCK A GUARD RAIL AND STOPPED IN TRAFFIC. NO PREVIOUS PROBLEMS WITH THE CAR. IT WAS TOWED TO PEP BOYS FOR REPAIRS, SERVICEMAN NOTED THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE...

Jul 29, 2005 Air Bags 39,669 mi

ON MAY 21, 2005 AFTER A TRIP TO AUSTIN, TX TO FUNERAL WITH DAUGHTER-IN-LAW FROM KY. NEXT MORNING, I STARTED ENGINE IN SONS YARD FOR TRIP HOME TO IL. AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON. I DROVE HOME TO IL (350 MILES) AND TOLD HUSBAND OF PROBLEM. HE TOOK CAR TO DEALERSHIP ON 6/17/05. THEY SAID IT WAS THE FRONT P...

Jul 29, 2005 Air Bags 39,669 mi

ON MAY 21, 2005 AFTER A TRIP TO AUSTIN, TX TO FUNERAL WITH DAUGHTER-IN-LAW FROM KY. NEXT MORNING, I STARTED ENGINE IN SONS YARD FOR TRIP HOME TO IL. AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON. I DROVE HOME TO IL (350 MILES) AND TOLD HUSBAND OF PROBLEM. HE TOOK CAR TO DEALERSHIP ON 6/17/05. THEY SAID IT WAS THE FRONT P...

May 12, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 49,000 mi

I HAVE MADE FIVE TRIPS TO THE DEALER WITH THE SAME PROBLEM WITH MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WHICH WAS PURCHASED FROM ALLEN TURNER HYUNDAI IN PENSACOLA, FL AND IS SERVICED BY THEM DUE TO IT IS STILL IN WARRANTY. MY CAR MAKES A LOUD CLONKING SOUND AND THEN STOPS AND ALL POWER GOES OFF. THIS HAPPENS NORMAL...

May 12, 2005 Electrical System 49,000 mi

I HAVE MADE FIVE TRIPS TO THE DEALER WITH THE SAME PROBLEM WITH MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WHICH WAS PURCHASED FROM ALLEN TURNER HYUNDAI IN PENSACOLA, FL AND IS SERVICED BY THEM DUE TO IT IS STILL IN WARRANTY. MY CAR MAKES A LOUD CLONKING SOUND AND THEN STOPS AND ALL POWER GOES OFF. THIS HAPPENS NORMAL...

May 12, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 49,000 mi

I HAVE MADE FIVE TRIPS TO THE DEALER WITH THE SAME PROBLEM WITH MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WHICH WAS PURCHASED FROM ALLEN TURNER HYUNDAI IN PENSACOLA, FL AND IS SERVICED BY THEM DUE TO IT IS STILL IN WARRANTY. MY CAR MAKES A LOUD CLONKING SOUND AND THEN STOPS AND ALL POWER GOES OFF. THIS HAPPENS NORMAL...

May 12, 2005 Electrical System 49,000 mi

I HAVE MADE FIVE TRIPS TO THE DEALER WITH THE SAME PROBLEM WITH MY 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WHICH WAS PURCHASED FROM ALLEN TURNER HYUNDAI IN PENSACOLA, FL AND IS SERVICED BY THEM DUE TO IT IS STILL IN WARRANTY. MY CAR MAKES A LOUD CLONKING SOUND AND THEN STOPS AND ALL POWER GOES OFF. THIS HAPPENS NORMAL...

Mar 4, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH MY VEHICLE, EX. POWER FAILURE, SPEED CONTROL SENSORS BEING REPLACED CONSTANTLY AND TOO MUCH TO LIST. MY VEHICLE IS CONSTANTLY IN THE SHOP SOME INCIDENTS COULD BE ACCIDENT CAUSING. I HAVE REPORTED TO THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU, AND THE ATTORNEY GENERAL, MY NEXT STE...

Mar 4, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH MY VEHICLE, EX. POWER FAILURE, SPEED CONTROL SENSORS BEING REPLACED CONSTANTLY AND TOO MUCH TO LIST. MY VEHICLE IS CONSTANTLY IN THE SHOP SOME INCIDENTS COULD BE ACCIDENT CAUSING. I HAVE REPORTED TO THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU, AND THE ATTORNEY GENERAL, MY NEXT STE...

Feb 25, 2005 Air Bags 104,391 mi

AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WOULD REMAIN ILLUMINATED UNTIL THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF. THE DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *NM THE AIR BAG HARNESS WAS REPLACED ONCE IN JULY 2002 UNDER WARRANTY. NOW THE SENSOR HAS TO BE REPLACED. *NM

Feb 25, 2005 Air Bags 104,391 mi

AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WOULD REMAIN ILLUMINATED UNTIL THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF. THE DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *NM THE AIR BAG HARNESS WAS REPLACED ONCE IN JULY 2002 UNDER WARRANTY. NOW THE SENSOR HAS TO BE REPLACED. *NM

Nov 24, 2004 Air Bags Crash

AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY WHEN VEHICLE WAS IN A FRONT IMPACT ACCIDENT AT 30 MILES PER HOUR. *NM

Nov 24, 2004 Air Bags Crash

AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY WHEN VEHICLE WAS IN A FRONT IMPACT ACCIDENT AT 30 MILES PER HOUR. *NM

Nov 17, 2004 Power Train 72,000 mi

I FIRST HEARD A WHINEING COMING FROM THE REAR OF CAR, IT GRADUALLY GOT LOUDER. DEALER SAYS IT IS REAR WHEEL HUB BEARINGS. *AK

Nov 17, 2004 Power Train 72,000 mi

I FIRST HEARD A WHINEING COMING FROM THE REAR OF CAR, IT GRADUALLY GOT LOUDER. DEALER SAYS IT IS REAR WHEEL HUB BEARINGS. *AK

Nov 7, 2004 Air Bags Crash 63,000 mi

HYUNDAI SONATA HAS FRONT AND SIDE AIRBAGS. THEY DID NOT DEPLOY WHEN THE SONATA WAS T BONED ON THE PASSENGERS SIDE. *JB

Nov 7, 2004 Air Bags Crash 63,000 mi

HYUNDAI SONATA HAS FRONT AND SIDE AIRBAGS. THEY DID NOT DEPLOY WHEN THE SONATA WAS T BONED ON THE PASSENGERS SIDE. *JB

Nov 5, 2004 Visibility

THE VEHICLE'S WINDOWS WOULD NOT GO ALL THE WAY UP. *NM THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE CABLE THAT HOLDS THE WINDOW WAS NOT EFFICIENT. *TC (HUYNDAI SONATA) *JB

Nov 5, 2004 Visibility

THE VEHICLE'S WINDOWS WOULD NOT GO ALL THE WAY UP. *NM THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE CABLE THAT HOLDS THE WINDOW WAS NOT EFFICIENT. *TC (HUYNDAI SONATA) *JB

Oct 20, 2004 Visibility

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Oct 20, 2004 Seat Belts

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Sep 7, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE PARKED. THE CONSUMER CALLED THE FIRE DEPARTMENT TO EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. NO INJURIES. THE CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED HOME. PLEASE FILL IN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *JB

Sep 7, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE PARKED. THE CONSUMER CALLED THE FIRE DEPARTMENT TO EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. NO INJURIES. THE CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED HOME. PLEASE FILL IN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *JB

Aug 27, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 151,071 mi

WHILE DRIVING WHEELS LOCKED AS IF THE CONSUMER WAS JAMMING THE BRAKES. TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED THREE TIMES,BUT VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN ON ITS OWN. THEN, VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT THE PEDAL BEING DEPRESSED.*AK

Aug 27, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 151,071 mi

WHILE DRIVING WHEELS LOCKED AS IF THE CONSUMER WAS JAMMING THE BRAKES. TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED THREE TIMES,BUT VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN ON ITS OWN. THEN, VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT THE PEDAL BEING DEPRESSED.*AK

Aug 27, 2004 Power Train 151,071 mi

WHILE DRIVING WHEELS LOCKED AS IF THE CONSUMER WAS JAMMING THE BRAKES. TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED THREE TIMES,BUT VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN ON ITS OWN. THEN, VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT THE PEDAL BEING DEPRESSED.*AK

Aug 27, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 151,071 mi

WHILE DRIVING WHEELS LOCKED AS IF THE CONSUMER WAS JAMMING THE BRAKES. TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED THREE TIMES,BUT VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN ON ITS OWN. THEN, VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT THE PEDAL BEING DEPRESSED.*AK

Aug 27, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 151,071 mi

WHILE DRIVING WHEELS LOCKED AS IF THE CONSUMER WAS JAMMING THE BRAKES. TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED THREE TIMES,BUT VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN ON ITS OWN. THEN, VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT THE PEDAL BEING DEPRESSED.*AK

Aug 27, 2004 Power Train 151,071 mi

WHILE DRIVING WHEELS LOCKED AS IF THE CONSUMER WAS JAMMING THE BRAKES. TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED THREE TIMES,BUT VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN ON ITS OWN. THEN, VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT THE PEDAL BEING DEPRESSED.*AK

Aug 17, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 55,997 mi

WHILE DRIVING ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED, THEN, VEHICLE STALLED. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Aug 17, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 55,997 mi

WHILE DRIVING ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED, THEN, VEHICLE STALLED. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Aug 12, 2004 Tires

MICHELIN SIZE:P205/ 60R15 DOT: WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH, WITHOUT ANY WARNING THE RIGHT REAR PASSENGER TREAD SEPARATED . PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *JB

Aug 12, 2004 Tires

MICHELIN SIZE:P205/ 60R15 DOT: WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH, WITHOUT ANY WARNING THE RIGHT REAR PASSENGER TREAD SEPARATED . PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *JB

Jul 1, 2004 Electrical System 53,366 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 35 MPH THE ENGINE STALLED THEN RESTARTED WHILE IN MOTION. THEN THE VEHICLE STARTED HESITATING FORM A STAND STILL AND FELT LIKE IT DID NOT WANT TO ACCELERATE. I CONTACTED THE DEALER AND THE FOLLOWING DAY THEY FOUND A FAULTY CAM SENSOR WHICH THEY REPLACED. TWO DAYS LATER THE VEH...

Jul 1, 2004 Electrical System 53,366 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 35 MPH THE ENGINE STALLED THEN RESTARTED WHILE IN MOTION. THEN THE VEHICLE STARTED HESITATING FORM A STAND STILL AND FELT LIKE IT DID NOT WANT TO ACCELERATE. I CONTACTED THE DEALER AND THE FOLLOWING DAY THEY FOUND A FAULTY CAM SENSOR WHICH THEY REPLACED. TWO DAYS LATER THE VEH...

Jun 28, 2004 Suspension

NOTICED WEIRD NOISE COMING FROM REAR PASSENGER TIRES. WHEN BRAKES AND TIRES CHECKED FOUND REAR BEARINGS WENT OUT. CAR IS NOW IMMOBILE.*AK

Jun 28, 2004 Suspension

NOTICED WEIRD NOISE COMING FROM REAR PASSENGER TIRES. WHEN BRAKES AND TIRES CHECKED FOUND REAR BEARINGS WENT OUT. CAR IS NOW IMMOBILE.*AK

Jun 8, 2004 Suspension

REAR WHEEL BEARINGS WENT OUT ON VEHICLE AND NOW FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS ARE GOING OUT. REAR BEARINGS REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE REFUSAL OF REPAIR OF FRONT DUE TO WARRANTY EXPIRED. VEHICLE HAS INCURRED ALL PROBLEMS THAT HAVE BEEN DOCUMENTED ON THIS SITE SINCE PURCHASED. I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER. HISTORY...

Jun 8, 2004 Suspension

REAR WHEEL BEARINGS WENT OUT ON VEHICLE AND NOW FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS ARE GOING OUT. REAR BEARINGS REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE REFUSAL OF REPAIR OF FRONT DUE TO WARRANTY EXPIRED. VEHICLE HAS INCURRED ALL PROBLEMS THAT HAVE BEEN DOCUMENTED ON THIS SITE SINCE PURCHASED. I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER. HISTORY...

May 27, 2004 Wheels 70,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING EXTENDED DISTANCE, THE CONSUMER NOTICED A DRAGGING NOISE COMING FROM UNDER VEHICLE. CONSUMER HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO DEALERSHIP TECHNICIAN NOTICED WORN WHEEL BEARINGS. VEHICLE IS NOW ON IT'S SIXTH REPAIR. PLEASE PROVIDE DETAILS. *MR

May 27, 2004 Wheels 70,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING EXTENDED DISTANCE, THE CONSUMER NOTICED A DRAGGING NOISE COMING FROM UNDER VEHICLE. CONSUMER HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO DEALERSHIP TECHNICIAN NOTICED WORN WHEEL BEARINGS. VEHICLE IS NOW ON IT'S SIXTH REPAIR. PLEASE PROVIDE DETAILS. *MR

May 13, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 117,000 mi

CAR BEGAN TO HESITATE DURING ACCELERATION. CARS HAVE ALMOST HIT ME FROM THE REAR BECAUSE IT HAPPEN WHILE I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE STREET. WHILE DRIVING, THE CAR JUST CUTOFF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET AND NEVER STARTED AGAIN.*AK

May 13, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 117,000 mi

CAR BEGAN TO HESITATE DURING ACCELERATION. CARS HAVE ALMOST HIT ME FROM THE REAR BECAUSE IT HAPPEN WHILE I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE STREET. WHILE DRIVING, THE CAR JUST CUTOFF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET AND NEVER STARTED AGAIN.*AK

May 5, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 61,000 mi

AIR BAGS LIGHT KEEPS COMING BACK ON AFTER I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALERSHIP. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND OFF AT RANDUM. AIR/HEATING UNIT STOP WORKING, PUT THE CAR ON THE MACHINE AND NO LIGHT/SIGNS SHOWING ANYTHING WAS WRONG WITH THE CAR. HAD THE FORCE FEED BLOWER MOTOR CHANGED AND STILL NOT WO...

May 5, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 1,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE LOSES POWER. IT WON'T GO ANY HIGHER THAN 45 TO 50 MPH. DEALER MAINTAINS THAT CONSUMER'S VEHICLE IS NOT AFFECTED. *AK

May 5, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 61,000 mi

AIR BAGS LIGHT KEEPS COMING BACK ON AFTER I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALERSHIP. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND OFF AT RANDUM. AIR/HEATING UNIT STOP WORKING, PUT THE CAR ON THE MACHINE AND NO LIGHT/SIGNS SHOWING ANYTHING WAS WRONG WITH THE CAR. HAD THE FORCE FEED BLOWER MOTOR CHANGED AND STILL NOT WO...

May 5, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 1,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE LOSES POWER. IT WON'T GO ANY HIGHER THAN 45 TO 50 MPH. DEALER MAINTAINS THAT CONSUMER'S VEHICLE IS NOT AFFECTED. *AK

Apr 28, 2004 Suspension 86,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE VIBRATED. FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE BOLTS SHEARED OFF THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER MANAGED TO PULL OVER, AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED. DEALERSHIP TRIED TO REPAIR VEHICLE ONCE BEFORE, BUT THE CONSUMER WAS STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM. *AK

Apr 28, 2004 Suspension 86,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE VIBRATED. FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE BOLTS SHEARED OFF THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER MANAGED TO PULL OVER, AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED. DEALERSHIP TRIED TO REPAIR VEHICLE ONCE BEFORE, BUT THE CONSUMER WAS STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM. *AK

Apr 25, 2004 Power Train 73,000 mi

I HAD MY VEHICLE CHECKED FOR TRANSMISSION FLUID BEFOR SENDING IT TO DEALERSHIP POHANAKA HUNDAI SUBARU. THIS VEHICLE SAT FOR 3 DAYS BEFORE IT WAS LOOKED AT. I TOLD THEM IT WAS A TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. THEY SAID THERE WAS NO TRANSMISSION FLUID IN VEHICLE. NO FLUID ON GROUND. THEY SAID IT WAS A LINE THA...

Apr 25, 2004 Power Train 73,000 mi

I HAD MY VEHICLE CHECKED FOR TRANSMISSION FLUID BEFOR SENDING IT TO DEALERSHIP POHANAKA HUNDAI SUBARU. THIS VEHICLE SAT FOR 3 DAYS BEFORE IT WAS LOOKED AT. I TOLD THEM IT WAS A TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. THEY SAID THERE WAS NO TRANSMISSION FLUID IN VEHICLE. NO FLUID ON GROUND. THEY SAID IT WAS A LINE THA...

Mar 15, 2004 Power Train 19,621 mi

MY 2000 SONATA STALLS AND OR FLUTTERS INTERMITTENLY WHEN SHIFTING FROM FIRST TO SECOND AND SOMETIMES FROM 2ND TO THIRD. TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED BUT STILL IS DOING THE SAME THING. IT HAS BEEN IN THE THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT MANY TIMES BUT I AM TOLD "NOTHING IS WRONG WITH IT" THERE WAS A LOUD CLANK W...

Mar 15, 2004 Power Train 19,621 mi

MY 2000 SONATA STALLS AND OR FLUTTERS INTERMITTENLY WHEN SHIFTING FROM FIRST TO SECOND AND SOMETIMES FROM 2ND TO THIRD. TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED BUT STILL IS DOING THE SAME THING. IT HAS BEEN IN THE THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT MANY TIMES BUT I AM TOLD "NOTHING IS WRONG WITH IT" THERE WAS A LOUD CLANK W...

Feb 19, 2004 Wheels

RIGHT FRONT WHEEL BEARING HAS HAD TO BE REPLACE 2 TIMES IN UNDER 110K MILES! FIRST TIME AT APPROXIMATELY 85K MILES AND NOW AT 108K. A PERIOD OF LESS THAT 8 MONTHS HAS PASSED SINCE HAVING THE BEARING REPLACED THE FIRST TIME. NOW, SINCE ITS BEEN MORE THAN 12K MILES SINCE THE REPLACEMENT - I AM STUCK W...

Feb 19, 2004 Wheels

RIGHT FRONT WHEEL BEARING HAS HAD TO BE REPLACE 2 TIMES IN UNDER 110K MILES! FIRST TIME AT APPROXIMATELY 85K MILES AND NOW AT 108K. A PERIOD OF LESS THAT 8 MONTHS HAS PASSED SINCE HAVING THE BEARING REPLACED THE FIRST TIME. NOW, SINCE ITS BEEN MORE THAN 12K MILES SINCE THE REPLACEMENT - I AM STUCK W...

Feb 13, 2004 Electrical System Fire 62,000 mi

WHILE PARKING AT 5 MPH VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. CONSUMER MANAGED TO EXIT VEHICLE THROUGH THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR, THEN HAD VEHICLE TOWED. BUT DEALER WAS UNABLE TO RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Feb 13, 2004 Electrical System Fire 62,000 mi

WHILE PARKING AT 5 MPH VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. CONSUMER MANAGED TO EXIT VEHICLE THROUGH THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR, THEN HAD VEHICLE TOWED. BUT DEALER WAS UNABLE TO RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Feb 4, 2004 Electrical System 59,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT AN INTERMITTENT STARTING PROBLEM DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Feb 4, 2004 Electrical System 59,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT AN INTERMITTENT STARTING PROBLEM DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jan 16, 2004 Air Bags

THE AIRBAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER REPLACED A PART AND THE LIGHT WENT OFF FOR A DAY AND THEN CAME BACK ON. PLEASE DESCRIBE FURTHER. *JB

Jan 16, 2004 Air Bags

THE AIRBAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER REPLACED A PART AND THE LIGHT WENT OFF FOR A DAY AND THEN CAME BACK ON. PLEASE DESCRIBE FURTHER. *JB

Sep 15, 2003 Air Bags Crash 28,000 mi

WHILE TRAVELING 55 TO 60 MPH, THE CONSUMER HIT AN ANIMAL THAT HAD STOPPED IN THE ROAD AND NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. *AK ALL FIVE PASSENGERS WERE INJURED IN THE ACCIDENT. IT WAS A HORSE, WHICH DIED UPON IMPACT. *PH *JB

Sep 15, 2003 Air Bags Crash 28,000 mi

WHILE TRAVELING 55 TO 60 MPH, THE CONSUMER HIT AN ANIMAL THAT HAD STOPPED IN THE ROAD AND NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. *AK ALL FIVE PASSENGERS WERE INJURED IN THE ACCIDENT. IT WAS A HORSE, WHICH DIED UPON IMPACT. *PH *JB

Sep 3, 2003 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION AND AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. CONSUMER STATED THAT A RECALL WAS REPAIRED FOR THE AIRBAG.

Sep 3, 2003 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION AND AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. CONSUMER STATED THAT A RECALL WAS REPAIRED FOR THE AIRBAG.

Sep 1, 2003 Vehicle Speed Control

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WITH 42,000 MILES STALLS INTERMITTENTLY AT RED LIGHTS, STOP SIGNS, LOW SPEED DECELERATION, AND AT ACCELERATION. ALSO, DURING ACCELLERATION, THE CAR INTERMITTENTLY "LURCHES" OR "JERKS" AS IF IT'S GOING TO STALL. SEPTEMER 1 2003, WHILE TRAVELING ABOUT 35MPH IT STALLED AND HAD TO...

Sep 1, 2003 Vehicle Speed Control

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA WITH 42,000 MILES STALLS INTERMITTENTLY AT RED LIGHTS, STOP SIGNS, LOW SPEED DECELERATION, AND AT ACCELERATION. ALSO, DURING ACCELLERATION, THE CAR INTERMITTENTLY "LURCHES" OR "JERKS" AS IF IT'S GOING TO STALL. SEPTEMER 1 2003, WHILE TRAVELING ABOUT 35MPH IT STALLED AND HAD TO...

Jul 24, 2003 Electrical System Fire 52 mi

SATURDAY ,07/19/03 I PARKED MY HUYNDAY SONATA 4DOORS, 4 CYLINDERS AT BEST BUY PLANTATION (FL) PARKING LOT @ 1:00PM TO VISIT MY AT&T WIRELESS STAFFER AT THIS STORE. WHEN COMING BACK @ 2:30PM THE CAR HAD GOT ON FIRE. THE HOOD WAS OPENED BY PLANTATION FIRE DEPARMENT TO PUT THE FIRE OUT. EVERYTHING WAS ...

Jul 24, 2003 Electrical System Fire 52 mi

SATURDAY ,07/19/03 I PARKED MY HUYNDAY SONATA 4DOORS, 4 CYLINDERS AT BEST BUY PLANTATION (FL) PARKING LOT @ 1:00PM TO VISIT MY AT&T WIRELESS STAFFER AT THIS STORE. WHEN COMING BACK @ 2:30PM THE CAR HAD GOT ON FIRE. THE HOOD WAS OPENED BY PLANTATION FIRE DEPARMENT TO PUT THE FIRE OUT. EVERYTHING WAS ...

Jun 30, 2003 Electrical System Fire

FOR TWO DAYS WHILE DRIVING SMELLED STRONG CHEMICAL FUMES, AFTER LITTLE WHILE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK

Jun 30, 2003 Electrical System Fire

FOR TWO DAYS WHILE DRIVING SMELLED STRONG CHEMICAL FUMES, AFTER LITTLE WHILE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK

Jun 17, 2003 Electrical System

I HAD MY BEARINGS REPLACED, MY REAR HUB BEARINGS. NOW IT IS MAKING TO SAME NOISE AND THEY NOW SAY IT IS NOT THE BEARINGS-THEY DO NOT KNOW WHAT IT IS! MY CAR IDLE SOUNDS LIKE IS GOING TO STALL ALL THE TIME WHEN I AM STOPPED. THE CAR PULLS AROUND 5,20 AND 50 MPH LIKE IT JUST CANNOT GET GAS OR THE TRAN...

Jun 17, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAD MY BEARINGS REPLACED, MY REAR HUB BEARINGS. NOW IT IS MAKING TO SAME NOISE AND THEY NOW SAY IT IS NOT THE BEARINGS-THEY DO NOT KNOW WHAT IT IS! MY CAR IDLE SOUNDS LIKE IS GOING TO STALL ALL THE TIME WHEN I AM STOPPED. THE CAR PULLS AROUND 5,20 AND 50 MPH LIKE IT JUST CANNOT GET GAS OR THE TRAN...

Jun 17, 2003 Structure

I HAD MY BEARINGS REPLACED, MY REAR HUB BEARINGS. NOW IT IS MAKING TO SAME NOISE AND THEY NOW SAY IT IS NOT THE BEARINGS-THEY DO NOT KNOW WHAT IT IS! MY CAR IDLE SOUNDS LIKE IS GOING TO STALL ALL THE TIME WHEN I AM STOPPED. THE CAR PULLS AROUND 5,20 AND 50 MPH LIKE IT JUST CANNOT GET GAS OR THE TRAN...

Jun 17, 2003 Air Bags

I HAD MY BEARINGS REPLACED, MY REAR HUB BEARINGS. NOW IT IS MAKING TO SAME NOISE AND THEY NOW SAY IT IS NOT THE BEARINGS-THEY DO NOT KNOW WHAT IT IS! MY CAR IDLE SOUNDS LIKE IS GOING TO STALL ALL THE TIME WHEN I AM STOPPED. THE CAR PULLS AROUND 5,20 AND 50 MPH LIKE IT JUST CANNOT GET GAS OR THE TRAN...

Jun 17, 2003 Electrical System

I HAD MY BEARINGS REPLACED, MY REAR HUB BEARINGS. NOW IT IS MAKING TO SAME NOISE AND THEY NOW SAY IT IS NOT THE BEARINGS-THEY DO NOT KNOW WHAT IT IS! MY CAR IDLE SOUNDS LIKE IS GOING TO STALL ALL THE TIME WHEN I AM STOPPED. THE CAR PULLS AROUND 5,20 AND 50 MPH LIKE IT JUST CANNOT GET GAS OR THE TRAN...

Jun 17, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAD MY BEARINGS REPLACED, MY REAR HUB BEARINGS. NOW IT IS MAKING TO SAME NOISE AND THEY NOW SAY IT IS NOT THE BEARINGS-THEY DO NOT KNOW WHAT IT IS! MY CAR IDLE SOUNDS LIKE IS GOING TO STALL ALL THE TIME WHEN I AM STOPPED. THE CAR PULLS AROUND 5,20 AND 50 MPH LIKE IT JUST CANNOT GET GAS OR THE TRAN...

Jun 17, 2003 Structure

I HAD MY BEARINGS REPLACED, MY REAR HUB BEARINGS. NOW IT IS MAKING TO SAME NOISE AND THEY NOW SAY IT IS NOT THE BEARINGS-THEY DO NOT KNOW WHAT IT IS! MY CAR IDLE SOUNDS LIKE IS GOING TO STALL ALL THE TIME WHEN I AM STOPPED. THE CAR PULLS AROUND 5,20 AND 50 MPH LIKE IT JUST CANNOT GET GAS OR THE TRAN...

Jun 17, 2003 Air Bags

I HAD MY BEARINGS REPLACED, MY REAR HUB BEARINGS. NOW IT IS MAKING TO SAME NOISE AND THEY NOW SAY IT IS NOT THE BEARINGS-THEY DO NOT KNOW WHAT IT IS! MY CAR IDLE SOUNDS LIKE IS GOING TO STALL ALL THE TIME WHEN I AM STOPPED. THE CAR PULLS AROUND 5,20 AND 50 MPH LIKE IT JUST CANNOT GET GAS OR THE TRAN...

May 8, 2003 Seat Belts

THE VEHICLE HAD A FAULTY RESTRAINT/HARNESS BELT THAT WENT UNDERNEATH BOTH FRONT SEATS. WHEN THE BELT LOOSENED IT CAUSED THE AIR BAG SENOR TO MALFUNCTION. *JB

May 8, 2003 Seat Belts

THE VEHICLE HAD A FAULTY RESTRAINT/HARNESS BELT THAT WENT UNDERNEATH BOTH FRONT SEATS. WHEN THE BELT LOOSENED IT CAUSED THE AIR BAG SENOR TO MALFUNCTION. *JB

May 5, 2003 Air Bags Crash 59,000 mi

I PURCHASED A NEW 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS FROM SCHAUMBURG HYUNDAI (IL) IN NOVEMBER 2000, AND HAD EXISTING DAMAGE OR TRAFFIC CRASHES WITH THE VEHICLE UNTIL ON 10/07/2002, WHEN I WAS FORCED OFF THE ROADWAY BY A TRUCK AND STRUCK THE SIDE OF A ROCKY MOUNTAIN HEAD-ON. THE FORCE WAS ENOUGH TO BEND THE MID...

May 5, 2003 Air Bags Crash 59,000 mi

I PURCHASED A NEW 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS FROM SCHAUMBURG HYUNDAI (IL) IN NOVEMBER 2000, AND HAD EXISTING DAMAGE OR TRAFFIC CRASHES WITH THE VEHICLE UNTIL ON 10/07/2002, WHEN I WAS FORCED OFF THE ROADWAY BY A TRUCK AND STRUCK THE SIDE OF A ROCKY MOUNTAIN HEAD-ON. THE FORCE WAS ENOUGH TO BEND THE MID...

Apr 8, 2003 Suspension 61,000 mi

THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER REAR WHEEL BEARING FAILED. *JB

Apr 8, 2003 Suspension 61,000 mi

THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER REAR WHEEL BEARING FAILED. *JB

Apr 4, 2003 Suspension 61,000 mi

THERE WAS A GRINDING NOISE COMING THE REAR WHEEL BEARING ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. *JB

Apr 4, 2003 Suspension 61,000 mi

THERE WAS A GRINDING NOISE COMING THE REAR WHEEL BEARING ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. *JB

Mar 12, 2003 Air Bags

THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITH NO WARNING AND NO IMPACT.*JB

Mar 12, 2003 Air Bags

THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITH NO WARNING AND NO IMPACT.*JB

Mar 6, 2003 Unknown Or Other

THE AUTOMOBILE COMPANY MISREPRESENTED AND MISLEAD THE CONSUMER ON THE PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS.*DT *JB

Mar 6, 2003 Unknown Or Other

THE AUTOMOBILE COMPANY MISREPRESENTED AND MISLEAD THE CONSUMER ON THE PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS.*DT *JB

Mar 3, 2003 Steering

STEERING WHEEL, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, AND CATALYTIC CONVERTER *CB

Mar 3, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

STEERING WHEEL, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, AND CATALYTIC CONVERTER *CB

Mar 3, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

STEERING WHEEL, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, AND CATALYTIC CONVERTER *CB

Mar 3, 2003 Steering

STEERING WHEEL, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, AND CATALYTIC CONVERTER *CB

Mar 3, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

STEERING WHEEL, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, AND CATALYTIC CONVERTER *CB

Mar 3, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

STEERING WHEEL, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, AND CATALYTIC CONVERTER *CB

Jan 24, 2003 Electrical System

WHEN CONSUMER SHUT VEHICLE OFF, THERE EMITTED A LONG GRUNTING NOISE. APPROXIMATELY 20 MINUTES LATER THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE HAD BURST INTO FLAMES. THE CAUSE IS UNKNOWN. *JG

Jan 24, 2003 Service Brakes, Air 12,400 mi

BRAKE ROTORS ARE WARPPED AND CAUSING A LOW BRAKE PEDEL AND A DANGEROUS SHIMMY IN THE WHEEL WHEN EVER I TRY TO STOP. THEY RESURFACED BOTH FRONT ROTORS ON 4/11/01 WITH 12,400 MILES. AT 29,000 MILES THE PROBLEM CAME BACK AND THEY REFUSED TO FIX THE PROBLEM.FIRST THEY STATED IT WAS CAUSED BY MY DRIVING,...

Jan 24, 2003 Electrical System

WHEN CONSUMER SHUT VEHICLE OFF, THERE EMITTED A LONG GRUNTING NOISE. APPROXIMATELY 20 MINUTES LATER THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE HAD BURST INTO FLAMES. THE CAUSE IS UNKNOWN. *JG

Jan 24, 2003 Service Brakes, Air 12,400 mi

BRAKE ROTORS ARE WARPPED AND CAUSING A LOW BRAKE PEDEL AND A DANGEROUS SHIMMY IN THE WHEEL WHEN EVER I TRY TO STOP. THEY RESURFACED BOTH FRONT ROTORS ON 4/11/01 WITH 12,400 MILES. AT 29,000 MILES THE PROBLEM CAME BACK AND THEY REFUSED TO FIX THE PROBLEM.FIRST THEY STATED IT WAS CAUSED BY MY DRIVING,...

Nov 8, 2002 Electrical System Fire

THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING, THE FLAMES ORIGINATED FROM THE DASHBOARD AREA, POSSIBLE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. TS *JB

Nov 8, 2002 Electrical System Fire

THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING, THE FLAMES ORIGINATED FROM THE DASHBOARD AREA, POSSIBLE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. TS *JB

Oct 24, 2002 Suspension

THE PAINT ON THE CAR HAS COME OFF GOING THROUGH THE CAR WASH. THE FRONT END SQUEAKS. THE WINDOWS WOULD NOT GO UP OR DOWN THE REAR VIEW MIRROR STOPPED WORKING. THE RADIO TURNS OFF/ON AT RANDOM. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURNS ON/OFF AT RANDOM. DT

Oct 24, 2002 Electrical System

THE PAINT ON THE CAR HAS COME OFF GOING THROUGH THE CAR WASH. THE FRONT END SQUEAKS. THE WINDOWS WOULD NOT GO UP OR DOWN THE REAR VIEW MIRROR STOPPED WORKING. THE RADIO TURNS OFF/ON AT RANDOM. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURNS ON/OFF AT RANDOM. DT

Oct 24, 2002 Visibility

THE PAINT ON THE CAR HAS COME OFF GOING THROUGH THE CAR WASH. THE FRONT END SQUEAKS. THE WINDOWS WOULD NOT GO UP OR DOWN THE REAR VIEW MIRROR STOPPED WORKING. THE RADIO TURNS OFF/ON AT RANDOM. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURNS ON/OFF AT RANDOM. DT

Oct 24, 2002 Unknown Or Other

THE PAINT ON THE CAR HAS COME OFF GOING THROUGH THE CAR WASH. THE FRONT END SQUEAKS. THE WINDOWS WOULD NOT GO UP OR DOWN THE REAR VIEW MIRROR STOPPED WORKING. THE RADIO TURNS OFF/ON AT RANDOM. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURNS ON/OFF AT RANDOM. DT

Oct 24, 2002 Visibility

THE PAINT ON THE CAR HAS COME OFF GOING THROUGH THE CAR WASH. THE FRONT END SQUEAKS. THE WINDOWS WOULD NOT GO UP OR DOWN THE REAR VIEW MIRROR STOPPED WORKING. THE RADIO TURNS OFF/ON AT RANDOM. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURNS ON/OFF AT RANDOM. DT

Oct 24, 2002 Suspension

THE PAINT ON THE CAR HAS COME OFF GOING THROUGH THE CAR WASH. THE FRONT END SQUEAKS. THE WINDOWS WOULD NOT GO UP OR DOWN THE REAR VIEW MIRROR STOPPED WORKING. THE RADIO TURNS OFF/ON AT RANDOM. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURNS ON/OFF AT RANDOM. DT

Oct 24, 2002 Electrical System

THE PAINT ON THE CAR HAS COME OFF GOING THROUGH THE CAR WASH. THE FRONT END SQUEAKS. THE WINDOWS WOULD NOT GO UP OR DOWN THE REAR VIEW MIRROR STOPPED WORKING. THE RADIO TURNS OFF/ON AT RANDOM. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURNS ON/OFF AT RANDOM. DT

Oct 24, 2002 Visibility

THE PAINT ON THE CAR HAS COME OFF GOING THROUGH THE CAR WASH. THE FRONT END SQUEAKS. THE WINDOWS WOULD NOT GO UP OR DOWN THE REAR VIEW MIRROR STOPPED WORKING. THE RADIO TURNS OFF/ON AT RANDOM. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURNS ON/OFF AT RANDOM. DT

Oct 24, 2002 Unknown Or Other

THE PAINT ON THE CAR HAS COME OFF GOING THROUGH THE CAR WASH. THE FRONT END SQUEAKS. THE WINDOWS WOULD NOT GO UP OR DOWN THE REAR VIEW MIRROR STOPPED WORKING. THE RADIO TURNS OFF/ON AT RANDOM. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURNS ON/OFF AT RANDOM. DT

Oct 24, 2002 Visibility

THE PAINT ON THE CAR HAS COME OFF GOING THROUGH THE CAR WASH. THE FRONT END SQUEAKS. THE WINDOWS WOULD NOT GO UP OR DOWN THE REAR VIEW MIRROR STOPPED WORKING. THE RADIO TURNS OFF/ON AT RANDOM. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURNS ON/OFF AT RANDOM. DT

Oct 16, 2002 Air Bags

CONSUMER IS STILL HAVING PROBLEMS AFTER RECALL HAS BEEN PERFORMED ON THE VEHICLE. RECALL#01V34700 AIR BAG LIGHT SRS. CITY MOTORS 700 EAST HWY20 MICHIGAN CITY, IN 46360. MR

Oct 16, 2002 Air Bags

CONSUMER IS STILL HAVING PROBLEMS AFTER RECALL HAS BEEN PERFORMED ON THE VEHICLE. RECALL#01V34700 AIR BAG LIGHT SRS. CITY MOTORS 700 EAST HWY20 MICHIGAN CITY, IN 46360. MR

Oct 9, 2002 Power Train

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WILL NOT SHIFT CORRECTLY. CAUSED BY TRANSMISSION FAILURE. HAD IT REPLACED 3 TIMES. MR

Oct 9, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control 61,000 mi

THERE WAS AN ERRATIC OPERATION WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS APPLIED. THE DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. THE HORN MALFUNCTIONED, THE DOOR(S) CLOSED BY THEMSELVES, AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN PASS THE 40 MPH MARK, THE TRANSMISSION OPERATED AS IF WERE CATCHING UP. SCC

Oct 9, 2002 Electrical System 61,000 mi

THERE WAS AN ERRATIC OPERATION WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS APPLIED. THE DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. THE HORN MALFUNCTIONED, THE DOOR(S) CLOSED BY THEMSELVES, AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN PASS THE 40 MPH MARK, THE TRANSMISSION OPERATED AS IF WERE CATCHING UP. SCC

Oct 9, 2002 Structure 61,000 mi

THERE WAS AN ERRATIC OPERATION WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS APPLIED. THE DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. THE HORN MALFUNCTIONED, THE DOOR(S) CLOSED BY THEMSELVES, AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN PASS THE 40 MPH MARK, THE TRANSMISSION OPERATED AS IF WERE CATCHING UP. SCC

Oct 9, 2002 Power Train 61,000 mi

THERE WAS AN ERRATIC OPERATION WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS APPLIED. THE DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. THE HORN MALFUNCTIONED, THE DOOR(S) CLOSED BY THEMSELVES, AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN PASS THE 40 MPH MARK, THE TRANSMISSION OPERATED AS IF WERE CATCHING UP. SCC

Oct 9, 2002 Power Train

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WILL NOT SHIFT CORRECTLY. CAUSED BY TRANSMISSION FAILURE. HAD IT REPLACED 3 TIMES. MR

Oct 9, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control 61,000 mi

THERE WAS AN ERRATIC OPERATION WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS APPLIED. THE DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. THE HORN MALFUNCTIONED, THE DOOR(S) CLOSED BY THEMSELVES, AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN PASS THE 40 MPH MARK, THE TRANSMISSION OPERATED AS IF WERE CATCHING UP. SCC

Oct 9, 2002 Electrical System 61,000 mi

THERE WAS AN ERRATIC OPERATION WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS APPLIED. THE DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. THE HORN MALFUNCTIONED, THE DOOR(S) CLOSED BY THEMSELVES, AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN PASS THE 40 MPH MARK, THE TRANSMISSION OPERATED AS IF WERE CATCHING UP. SCC

Oct 9, 2002 Structure 61,000 mi

THERE WAS AN ERRATIC OPERATION WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS APPLIED. THE DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. THE HORN MALFUNCTIONED, THE DOOR(S) CLOSED BY THEMSELVES, AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN PASS THE 40 MPH MARK, THE TRANSMISSION OPERATED AS IF WERE CATCHING UP. SCC

Oct 9, 2002 Power Train 61,000 mi

THERE WAS AN ERRATIC OPERATION WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS APPLIED. THE DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. THE HORN MALFUNCTIONED, THE DOOR(S) CLOSED BY THEMSELVES, AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN PASS THE 40 MPH MARK, THE TRANSMISSION OPERATED AS IF WERE CATCHING UP. SCC

Oct 2, 2002 Air Bags

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND NO WARNING THE AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON AND THE AIR BAG COULD BE INOPERATIVE IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT. DEALER NOTIFIED. *NLM CONSUMER STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WAS SERVICED THREE TIMES BUT THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *YH

Oct 2, 2002 Air Bags

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND NO WARNING THE AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON AND THE AIR BAG COULD BE INOPERATIVE IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT. DEALER NOTIFIED. *NLM CONSUMER STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WAS SERVICED THREE TIMES BUT THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *YH

Jul 23, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN SLOWING VEHICLE DOWN VEHICLE WOULD STALL INTERMITTENTLY. DEALER HAS REPAIRED FIVE TIMES, BUT PROBLEM RETURNED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Jul 23, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN SLOWING VEHICLE DOWN VEHICLE WOULD STALL INTERMITTENTLY. DEALER HAS REPAIRED FIVE TIMES, BUT PROBLEM RETURNED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Jul 20, 2002 Suspension

THIS CAR WAS WRECKED PRIOR TO PURCHASE I WAS JUST TOLD THIS AFTER HAVING REPORTED THAT THE CAR HAS PULLED TO THE RIGHT SINCE THE DAY I BOUGHT IT. THEY DID REPAIRS TO REAR WHEELS, FRONT END ALIGNMENT, CAR CONTINUES TO PULL AND HARD TO KEEP ON ROAD. I DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT, I WAS NOT INFORMED...

Jul 20, 2002 Suspension

THIS CAR WAS WRECKED PRIOR TO PURCHASE I WAS JUST TOLD THIS AFTER HAVING REPORTED THAT THE CAR HAS PULLED TO THE RIGHT SINCE THE DAY I BOUGHT IT. THEY DID REPAIRS TO REAR WHEELS, FRONT END ALIGNMENT, CAR CONTINUES TO PULL AND HARD TO KEEP ON ROAD. I DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT, I WAS NOT INFORMED...

Jul 16, 2002 Seat Belts

REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE SEATBELT WILL NO LONGER RETRACT.*AK

Jul 16, 2002 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT BEING IN AN ACCIDENT.*AK

Jul 16, 2002 Seat Belts

REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE SEATBELT WILL NO LONGER RETRACT.*AK

Jul 16, 2002 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT BEING IN AN ACCIDENT.*AK

Jul 15, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

AFTER RECALL 01V347000 REPAIRS WERE DONE, VEHICLE STALLED AGAIN.*AK

Jul 15, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

AFTER RECALL 01V347000 REPAIRS WERE DONE, VEHICLE STALLED AGAIN.*AK

Jul 10, 2002 Air Bags

AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED CONSTANTLY SINCE MARCH 2002. DEALERSHIP WORKED ON VEHICLE 3 TIMES ,AND THEN INFORMED OWNER THAT RECALL 02V105002 REPAIRS WERE PERFORMED IN JUNE 2002. ON JULY 6TH, AIR BAG LIGHT AGAIN BEGAN TO ILLUMINATE. DEALERSHIP WAS TAKING TIME TO DETERMINE CAUSE AND REMEDY....

Jul 10, 2002 Air Bags

AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED CONSTANTLY SINCE MARCH 2002. DEALERSHIP WORKED ON VEHICLE 3 TIMES ,AND THEN INFORMED OWNER THAT RECALL 02V105002 REPAIRS WERE PERFORMED IN JUNE 2002. ON JULY 6TH, AIR BAG LIGHT AGAIN BEGAN TO ILLUMINATE. DEALERSHIP WAS TAKING TIME TO DETERMINE CAUSE AND REMEDY....

Jul 3, 2002 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A SIDE COLLISION. CONSUMER STATES NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. TWO DAYS LATER CONSUMER RECIEVED A RECALL LETTER ON THE SIDE AIRBAGS. *JB THERE WAS ONE INJURY. *YH

Jul 3, 2002 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A SIDE COLLISION. CONSUMER STATES NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. TWO DAYS LATER CONSUMER RECIEVED A RECALL LETTER ON THE SIDE AIRBAGS. *JB THERE WAS ONE INJURY. *YH

Jul 2, 2002 Electrical System Fire

VEHICLE HAD JUST BEEN PARKED IN GARAGE WHEN IT BURST INTO FLAMES. VEHICLE AND GARAGE BURNED TO THE GROUND. INSURANCE INVESTIGATOR DETERMINED CAUSE WAS IGNITION COIL THAT IS LOCATED RIGHT BELOW TRANSMISSION FLUID SPOUT. REPORTED BY INSURANCE AGENT.*AK

Jul 2, 2002 Electrical System Fire

VEHICLE HAD JUST BEEN PARKED IN GARAGE WHEN IT BURST INTO FLAMES. VEHICLE AND GARAGE BURNED TO THE GROUND. INSURANCE INVESTIGATOR DETERMINED CAUSE WAS IGNITION COIL THAT IS LOCATED RIGHT BELOW TRANSMISSION FLUID SPOUT. REPORTED BY INSURANCE AGENT.*AK

Jun 19, 2002 Air Bags Crash

DURING A VEHICLE CRASH AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. CAUSE UNKNOWN. DEALER CONTACTED.*AK

Jun 19, 2002 Air Bags Crash

DURING A VEHICLE CRASH AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. CAUSE UNKNOWN. DEALER CONTACTED.*AK

Jun 14, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES WILL SQUEAL VERY LOUDLY WHEN SLOWING DOWN OR COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP. HAD BRAKES CHECKED AND EVERYTHING WAS FINE. DEALER CONTACTED.*AK

Jun 14, 2002 Air Bags

AIR BAG SENOR LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON ALL DAY. CONTACTED DEALER. FOUND NOTHING WRONG.*AKI

Jun 14, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES WILL SQUEAL VERY LOUDLY WHEN SLOWING DOWN OR COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP. HAD BRAKES CHECKED AND EVERYTHING WAS FINE. DEALER CONTACTED.*AK

Jun 14, 2002 Air Bags

AIR BAG SENOR LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON ALL DAY. CONTACTED DEALER. FOUND NOTHING WRONG.*AKI

Jun 3, 2002 Air Bags

CONSUMER STATES AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT IS ON FOR THE FIFTH TIME. DEALER REPLACED ENTIRE WIRING HARNESS. HOWEVER, THIS DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON AGAIN. *TT

Jun 3, 2002 Electrical System

CONSUMER STATES ENGINE SLOW TO START, TURNS OVER VERY SLOWLY. DEALER REPLACED BATTERY. *TT

Jun 3, 2002 Visibility

CONSUMER THE PASSENGER FRONT WINDOW IS INOPERATIVE. DEALER REPLACED RIGHT FRONT WINDOW REGULATOR. *TT

Jun 3, 2002 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES THERE IS VIBRATION BETWEEN 45 - 50 MPH AND 55 - 60 MPH. DEALER STATED TIRES NEEDED BALANCED. *TT

Jun 3, 2002 Air Bags

CONSUMER STATES AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT IS ON FOR THE FIFTH TIME. DEALER REPLACED ENTIRE WIRING HARNESS. HOWEVER, THIS DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON AGAIN. *TT

Jun 3, 2002 Electrical System

CONSUMER STATES ENGINE SLOW TO START, TURNS OVER VERY SLOWLY. DEALER REPLACED BATTERY. *TT

Jun 3, 2002 Visibility

CONSUMER THE PASSENGER FRONT WINDOW IS INOPERATIVE. DEALER REPLACED RIGHT FRONT WINDOW REGULATOR. *TT

Jun 3, 2002 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES THERE IS VIBRATION BETWEEN 45 - 50 MPH AND 55 - 60 MPH. DEALER STATED TIRES NEEDED BALANCED. *TT

Jun 1, 2002 Suspension

FROM 10 MPH TO STOP VERY BAD SCREACHING SOUND COMMING FROM REAR OF CAR. DEALER SAY'S NORMAL BUT DOES IT EVERY TIME YOU STOP JUST CAN'T BE . JUST CAN'T. *AK

Jun 1, 2002 Suspension

FROM 10 MPH TO STOP VERY BAD SCREACHING SOUND COMMING FROM REAR OF CAR. DEALER SAY'S NORMAL BUT DOES IT EVERY TIME YOU STOP JUST CAN'T BE . JUST CAN'T. *AK

May 29, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE IS VERY DANGEROUS - MANUFACTURER NEEDS TO TAKE STEPS IN ENSURING MY SAFETY AS WELL AS THE SAFETY OF OTHERS ON THE ROAD. *AK

May 29, 2002 Electrical System

VEHICLE IS VERY DANGEROUS - MANUFACTURER NEEDS TO TAKE STEPS IN ENSURING MY SAFETY AS WELL AS THE SAFETY OF OTHERS ON THE ROAD. *AK

May 29, 2002 Air Bags

VEHICLE IS VERY DANGEROUS - MANUFACTURER NEEDS TO TAKE STEPS IN ENSURING MY SAFETY AS WELL AS THE SAFETY OF OTHERS ON THE ROAD. *AK

May 29, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE IS VERY DANGEROUS - MANUFACTURER NEEDS TO TAKE STEPS IN ENSURING MY SAFETY AS WELL AS THE SAFETY OF OTHERS ON THE ROAD. *AK

May 29, 2002 Electrical System

VEHICLE IS VERY DANGEROUS - MANUFACTURER NEEDS TO TAKE STEPS IN ENSURING MY SAFETY AS WELL AS THE SAFETY OF OTHERS ON THE ROAD. *AK

May 29, 2002 Air Bags

VEHICLE IS VERY DANGEROUS - MANUFACTURER NEEDS TO TAKE STEPS IN ENSURING MY SAFETY AS WELL AS THE SAFETY OF OTHERS ON THE ROAD. *AK

May 22, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE HESTIATES AND THEN ACCELERATES.*AK

May 22, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE HESTIATES AND THEN ACCELERATES.*AK

May 14, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN APPLYING BRAKES DURING EMERGENCY STOP, PEDAL GOES TO FLOOR, RESULTING IN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. DEALER REPLACED BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER, HOWEVER THIS DID NOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM. *AK. CONSUMER STATES UNABLE TO LOCK BRAKES, THE DEALER STATED THIS IS NORMAL FOR THIS TYPE OF VEHICLE.*JB

May 14, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN APPLYING BRAKES DURING EMERGENCY STOP, PEDAL GOES TO FLOOR, RESULTING IN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. DEALER REPLACED BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER, HOWEVER THIS DID NOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM. *AK. CONSUMER STATES UNABLE TO LOCK BRAKES, THE DEALER STATED THIS IS NORMAL FOR THIS TYPE OF VEHICLE.*JB

May 13, 2002 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING AND UPON ACCELERATION, VEHICLE REMAINS IN DRIVE, BUT DOES NOT ACCELERATE PROPERLY. VEHICLE SHIFTS INTO NETURAL, AT TIMES BECOMING STUCK IN BETWEEN GEARS. CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK. CONSUMER STATED WHEN VEHICLE IS MOVING TO SHIFT FROM LOW TO HIGH IT SITS IN BETWEEN GEARS AND MAKES A LOUD NOISE...

May 13, 2002 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING AND UPON ACCELERATION, VEHICLE REMAINS IN DRIVE, BUT DOES NOT ACCELERATE PROPERLY. VEHICLE SHIFTS INTO NETURAL, AT TIMES BECOMING STUCK IN BETWEEN GEARS. CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK. CONSUMER STATED WHEN VEHICLE IS MOVING TO SHIFT FROM LOW TO HIGH IT SITS IN BETWEEN GEARS AND MAKES A LOUD NOISE...

May 7, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE WILL STALL WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. ALSO, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS FAILING. CONSUMER HAD ONE HEADLIGHT. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AKVEHICLE STALLS WHILE DRIVING. LEAVING THE DRIVER IN VERY DANGEROUS SITUATIONS. *JG

May 7, 2002 Electrical System

VEHICLE WILL STALL WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. ALSO, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS FAILING. CONSUMER HAD ONE HEADLIGHT. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AKVEHICLE STALLS WHILE DRIVING. LEAVING THE DRIVER IN VERY DANGEROUS SITUATIONS. *JG

May 7, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE WILL STALL WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. ALSO, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS FAILING. CONSUMER HAD ONE HEADLIGHT. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AKVEHICLE STALLS WHILE DRIVING. LEAVING THE DRIVER IN VERY DANGEROUS SITUATIONS. *JG

May 7, 2002 Electrical System

VEHICLE WILL STALL WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. ALSO, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS FAILING. CONSUMER HAD ONE HEADLIGHT. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AKVEHICLE STALLS WHILE DRIVING. LEAVING THE DRIVER IN VERY DANGEROUS SITUATIONS. *JG

Apr 19, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE WOULD STALLS OR CUT OFF WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE BEEN TO DEALER ON THREE OCCASION AND THE PROBLEM REOCCURRING. NLM

Apr 19, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE WOULD STALLS OR CUT OFF WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE BEEN TO DEALER ON THREE OCCASION AND THE PROBLEM REOCCURRING. NLM

Feb 21, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED AND VEHICLE IS NOT WARMED UP, THEY SQUEAL, PROBLEM OCCURS FOR 1/2 MILE. DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND PROBLEM CAN'T BE DUPLICATED. *AK *JG

Feb 21, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED AND VEHICLE IS NOT WARMED UP, THEY SQUEAL, PROBLEM OCCURS FOR 1/2 MILE. DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND PROBLEM CAN'T BE DUPLICATED. *AK *JG

Feb 8, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VIOLENT VIBRATION OCCURS WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED, AND REPLACED ROTORS TWICE. REPLACEMENT OF ROTORS DID NOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Feb 8, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE STALLS INTERMITTENTLY. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED, PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Feb 8, 2002 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION WHILE TRAVELING 40MPH. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER, NO ACTION WAS TAKEN. *AK

Feb 8, 2002 Seat Belts Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION WHILETRAVELING 40MPH, AND SAFETY BELT DID NOT RESTRAIN CONSUMER. CONSUMER SUSTAINED HEAD INJURY.*AK

Feb 8, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VIOLENT VIBRATION OCCURS WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED, AND REPLACED ROTORS TWICE. REPLACEMENT OF ROTORS DID NOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Feb 8, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE STALLS INTERMITTENTLY. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED, PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Feb 8, 2002 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION WHILE TRAVELING 40MPH. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER, NO ACTION WAS TAKEN. *AK

Feb 8, 2002 Seat Belts Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION WHILETRAVELING 40MPH, AND SAFETY BELT DID NOT RESTRAIN CONSUMER. CONSUMER SUSTAINED HEAD INJURY.*AK

Jan 16, 2002 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHTS WOULD DIM SEVERELY WHENEVER AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR CAME ON, DEALER NOTIFIED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jan 16, 2002 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHTS WOULD DIM SEVERELY WHENEVER AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR CAME ON, DEALER NOTIFIED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Nov 29, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE FRONT BRAKE ROTORS ON MY VEHICLE HAVE WARPED, AND ARE GETTING WORSE WITH THE MORE MILES I DRIVE. I NOTED THE PROBLEM BEGAN WHEN THE VEHICLE HAD APPROXIMATELY 12,000 MILES. WHENEVER I BRAKE FROM HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE STEERING WHEEL SHIMMIES QUITE BADLY. COINCIDENTALLY, 2 FRIENDS OWN THE 1999 SONATA...

Nov 29, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE FRONT BRAKE ROTORS ON MY VEHICLE HAVE WARPED, AND ARE GETTING WORSE WITH THE MORE MILES I DRIVE. I NOTED THE PROBLEM BEGAN WHEN THE VEHICLE HAD APPROXIMATELY 12,000 MILES. WHENEVER I BRAKE FROM HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE STEERING WHEEL SHIMMIES QUITE BADLY. COINCIDENTALLY, 2 FRIENDS OWN THE 1999 SONATA...

Sep 26, 2001 Exterior Lighting

WHILE USING THE "FLASH TO PASS" FEATURE ON THE TURN,LIGHT STALK,THE STALK BROKE OFF IN MY HAND.*AK

Sep 26, 2001 Exterior Lighting

WHILE USING THE "FLASH TO PASS" FEATURE ON THE TURN,LIGHT STALK,THE STALK BROKE OFF IN MY HAND.*AK

Sep 25, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, AND THEN ENGINE CHECK LIGHT/ AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON DASHBOARD. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK

Sep 25, 2001 Unknown Or Other

VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, AND THEN ENGINE CHECK LIGHT/ AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON DASHBOARD. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK

Sep 25, 2001 Air Bags

VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, AND THEN ENGINE CHECK LIGHT/ AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON DASHBOARD. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK

Sep 25, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, AND THEN ENGINE CHECK LIGHT/ AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON DASHBOARD. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK

Sep 25, 2001 Unknown Or Other

VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, AND THEN ENGINE CHECK LIGHT/ AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON DASHBOARD. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK

Sep 25, 2001 Air Bags

VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, AND THEN ENGINE CHECK LIGHT/ AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON DASHBOARD. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK

Aug 21, 2001 Electrical System

THE CONSUMER STATES THE DEALER SOLD HIM A DEFECTIVE VEHICLE THAT WAS ON RECALL (00V-259)WITHOUT CORRECTING THE PROBLEM, CONSUMER ALSO STATES THAT AFTER HE FOUND OUT ABOUT THE RECALL, IT TOOK THE DEALER THREE DAYS TO FIX IT.*YH

Aug 21, 2001 Electrical System

THE CONSUMER STATES THE DEALER SOLD HIM A DEFECTIVE VEHICLE THAT WAS ON RECALL (00V-259)WITHOUT CORRECTING THE PROBLEM, CONSUMER ALSO STATES THAT AFTER HE FOUND OUT ABOUT THE RECALL, IT TOOK THE DEALER THREE DAYS TO FIX IT.*YH

Aug 21, 2001 Electrical System

THE CONSUMER STATES THE DEALER SOLD HIM A DEFECTIVE VEHICLE THAT WAS ON RECALL (00V-259)WITHOUT CORRECTING THE PROBLEM, CONSUMER ALSO STATES THAT AFTER HE FOUND OUT ABOUT THE RECALL, IT TOOK THE DEALER THREE DAYS TO FIX IT.*YH

Aug 21, 2001 Electrical System

THE CONSUMER STATES THE DEALER SOLD HIM A DEFECTIVE VEHICLE THAT WAS ON RECALL (00V-259)WITHOUT CORRECTING THE PROBLEM, CONSUMER ALSO STATES THAT AFTER HE FOUND OUT ABOUT THE RECALL, IT TOOK THE DEALER THREE DAYS TO FIX IT.*YH

Jul 14, 2001 Visibility

THE BACK WINDOW WAS LEFT DOWN WHEN WE PARKED. MY SON, 6 YEARS OLD, WENT TO PUT IT UP. SOMEHOW HE STUCK HIS HEAD IN THROUGH THE OPENING AND ACCIDENTALLY CONTINUED TO PUT UP THE ELECTRIC WINDOW. THE WINDOW CAUGHT HIM IN THE MOUTH, WITH HIS HEAD ON ONE SIDE OF THE WINDOW AND HIS CHIN ON THE OTHER. ...

Jul 14, 2001 Visibility

THE BACK WINDOW WAS LEFT DOWN WHEN WE PARKED. MY SON, 6 YEARS OLD, WENT TO PUT IT UP. SOMEHOW HE STUCK HIS HEAD IN THROUGH THE OPENING AND ACCIDENTALLY CONTINUED TO PUT UP THE ELECTRIC WINDOW. THE WINDOW CAUGHT HIM IN THE MOUTH, WITH HIS HEAD ON ONE SIDE OF THE WINDOW AND HIS CHIN ON THE OTHER. ...

May 21, 2001 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED 25-30 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH FONTAL DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S AND SIDE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

May 21, 2001 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED 25-30 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH FONTAL DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S AND SIDE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

May 21, 2001 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED 25-30 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH FONTAL DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S AND SIDE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

May 21, 2001 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED 25-30 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH FONTAL DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S AND SIDE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

May 15, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER CONTACTED DEALER IN REFERENCE TO RECALL 00V259001/MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 039. DEALER LCORRECTED RECALL PROBLEMS. BUT, WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING VEHICLE CUT OFF, CAUSING LOSS OF ALL POWER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

May 15, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER CONTACTED DEALER IN REFERENCE TO RECALL 00V259001/MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 039. DEALER LCORRECTED RECALL PROBLEMS. BUT, WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING VEHICLE CUT OFF, CAUSING LOSS OF ALL POWER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

May 1, 2001 Steering

WHILE STARTING ENGINE HEARD NOISE. OPENED HOOD AND NOTICED POWER STEERING FLUID WAS LEAKING. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. *AK POWER STEERING FLUIDS LEAKING DUE TO RACK AND PINION FAILURE. *YH

May 1, 2001 Steering

WHILE STARTING ENGINE HEARD NOISE. OPENED HOOD AND NOTICED POWER STEERING FLUID WAS LEAKING. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. *AK POWER STEERING FLUIDS LEAKING DUE TO RACK AND PINION FAILURE. *YH

May 1, 2001 Steering

WHILE STARTING ENGINE HEARD NOISE. OPENED HOOD AND NOTICED POWER STEERING FLUID WAS LEAKING. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. *AK POWER STEERING FLUIDS LEAKING DUE TO RACK AND PINION FAILURE. *YH

May 1, 2001 Steering

WHILE STARTING ENGINE HEARD NOISE. OPENED HOOD AND NOTICED POWER STEERING FLUID WAS LEAKING. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. *AK POWER STEERING FLUIDS LEAKING DUE TO RACK AND PINION FAILURE. *YH

Apr 16, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

RECALL 00 V 259 001/ENGINE STALLING: ENGINE STALLING AT LOW SPEED OF 5-20 MPH WHILE APPLYING ACCELERATOR PEDAL FROM A STOP POSITION OR WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE HAS RESTARTED AFTER EACH INCIDENT. WAITING ON DEALER APPOINTMENT. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS MATTER . *AK

Apr 16, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

RECALL 00 V 259 001/ENGINE STALLING: ENGINE STALLING AT LOW SPEED OF 5-20 MPH WHILE APPLYING ACCELERATOR PEDAL FROM A STOP POSITION OR WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE HAS RESTARTED AFTER EACH INCIDENT. WAITING ON DEALER APPOINTMENT. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS MATTER . *AK

Feb 12, 2001 Electrical System

VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO DEALER 5 TIMES FOR STALLING, RECALL ON STALLING PERFORMED NOVEMBER 2000. DEALER CANNOT REMEDY PROBLEM. *AK THE VEHICLE STALLS INTERMNITTENTLY AT STOP SIGN, RED LIGHTS, LOW SPEED DRIVING, WHILE BACKING OUT AND ON HIGHWAYS, DEALER HAS ATTEMPTED TO FIX THIS PROBLEM SEVERAL TIMES...

Feb 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO DEALER 5 TIMES FOR STALLING, RECALL ON STALLING PERFORMED NOVEMBER 2000. DEALER CANNOT REMEDY PROBLEM. *AK THE VEHICLE STALLS INTERMNITTENTLY AT STOP SIGN, RED LIGHTS, LOW SPEED DRIVING, WHILE BACKING OUT AND ON HIGHWAYS, DEALER HAS ATTEMPTED TO FIX THIS PROBLEM SEVERAL TIMES...

Feb 12, 2001 Electrical System

VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO DEALER 5 TIMES FOR STALLING, RECALL ON STALLING PERFORMED NOVEMBER 2000. DEALER CANNOT REMEDY PROBLEM. *AK THE VEHICLE STALLS INTERMNITTENTLY AT STOP SIGN, RED LIGHTS, LOW SPEED DRIVING, WHILE BACKING OUT AND ON HIGHWAYS, DEALER HAS ATTEMPTED TO FIX THIS PROBLEM SEVERAL TIMES...

Feb 12, 2001 Seats

VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO DEALER 5 TIMES FOR STALLING, RECALL ON STALLING PERFORMED NOVEMBER 2000. DEALER CANNOT REMEDY PROBLEM. *AK THE VEHICLE STALLS INTERMNITTENTLY AT STOP SIGN, RED LIGHTS, LOW SPEED DRIVING, WHILE BACKING OUT AND ON HIGHWAYS, DEALER HAS ATTEMPTED TO FIX THIS PROBLEM SEVERAL TIMES...

Feb 12, 2001 Structure

VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO DEALER 5 TIMES FOR STALLING, RECALL ON STALLING PERFORMED NOVEMBER 2000. DEALER CANNOT REMEDY PROBLEM. *AK THE VEHICLE STALLS INTERMNITTENTLY AT STOP SIGN, RED LIGHTS, LOW SPEED DRIVING, WHILE BACKING OUT AND ON HIGHWAYS, DEALER HAS ATTEMPTED TO FIX THIS PROBLEM SEVERAL TIMES...

Feb 12, 2001 Electrical System

VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO DEALER 5 TIMES FOR STALLING, RECALL ON STALLING PERFORMED NOVEMBER 2000. DEALER CANNOT REMEDY PROBLEM. *AK THE VEHICLE STALLS INTERMNITTENTLY AT STOP SIGN, RED LIGHTS, LOW SPEED DRIVING, WHILE BACKING OUT AND ON HIGHWAYS, DEALER HAS ATTEMPTED TO FIX THIS PROBLEM SEVERAL TIMES...

Feb 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO DEALER 5 TIMES FOR STALLING, RECALL ON STALLING PERFORMED NOVEMBER 2000. DEALER CANNOT REMEDY PROBLEM. *AK THE VEHICLE STALLS INTERMNITTENTLY AT STOP SIGN, RED LIGHTS, LOW SPEED DRIVING, WHILE BACKING OUT AND ON HIGHWAYS, DEALER HAS ATTEMPTED TO FIX THIS PROBLEM SEVERAL TIMES...

Feb 12, 2001 Electrical System

VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO DEALER 5 TIMES FOR STALLING, RECALL ON STALLING PERFORMED NOVEMBER 2000. DEALER CANNOT REMEDY PROBLEM. *AK THE VEHICLE STALLS INTERMNITTENTLY AT STOP SIGN, RED LIGHTS, LOW SPEED DRIVING, WHILE BACKING OUT AND ON HIGHWAYS, DEALER HAS ATTEMPTED TO FIX THIS PROBLEM SEVERAL TIMES...

Feb 12, 2001 Seats

VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO DEALER 5 TIMES FOR STALLING, RECALL ON STALLING PERFORMED NOVEMBER 2000. DEALER CANNOT REMEDY PROBLEM. *AK THE VEHICLE STALLS INTERMNITTENTLY AT STOP SIGN, RED LIGHTS, LOW SPEED DRIVING, WHILE BACKING OUT AND ON HIGHWAYS, DEALER HAS ATTEMPTED TO FIX THIS PROBLEM SEVERAL TIMES...

Feb 12, 2001 Structure

VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO DEALER 5 TIMES FOR STALLING, RECALL ON STALLING PERFORMED NOVEMBER 2000. DEALER CANNOT REMEDY PROBLEM. *AK THE VEHICLE STALLS INTERMNITTENTLY AT STOP SIGN, RED LIGHTS, LOW SPEED DRIVING, WHILE BACKING OUT AND ON HIGHWAYS, DEALER HAS ATTEMPTED TO FIX THIS PROBLEM SEVERAL TIMES...

Jan 28, 2001 Power Train

THE AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON. THE DISTRICT MANGER, JEFF WESTLAND OUT OF N.J., (609) 395-7308 STATED THAT HYUNDAI IS AWARE OF A DEFECT IN THE RIGHT PASSENGER SEAT (LATE 1999'S & EARLY 2000'S THAT ROLLED OFF THE ASSEMBLY) WHICH MAKES THE LIGHT COME ON IF A PERSON MOVES AROUND IN THE SEAT, EXCESSIVE WEIG...

Jan 28, 2001 Air Bags

THE AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON. THE DISTRICT MANGER, JEFF WESTLAND OUT OF N.J., (609) 395-7308 STATED THAT HYUNDAI IS AWARE OF A DEFECT IN THE RIGHT PASSENGER SEAT (LATE 1999'S & EARLY 2000'S THAT ROLLED OFF THE ASSEMBLY) WHICH MAKES THE LIGHT COME ON IF A PERSON MOVES AROUND IN THE SEAT, EXCESSIVE WEIG...

Jan 28, 2001 Power Train

THE AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON. THE DISTRICT MANGER, JEFF WESTLAND OUT OF N.J., (609) 395-7308 STATED THAT HYUNDAI IS AWARE OF A DEFECT IN THE RIGHT PASSENGER SEAT (LATE 1999'S & EARLY 2000'S THAT ROLLED OFF THE ASSEMBLY) WHICH MAKES THE LIGHT COME ON IF A PERSON MOVES AROUND IN THE SEAT, EXCESSIVE WEIG...

Jan 28, 2001 Air Bags

THE AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON. THE DISTRICT MANGER, JEFF WESTLAND OUT OF N.J., (609) 395-7308 STATED THAT HYUNDAI IS AWARE OF A DEFECT IN THE RIGHT PASSENGER SEAT (LATE 1999'S & EARLY 2000'S THAT ROLLED OFF THE ASSEMBLY) WHICH MAKES THE LIGHT COME ON IF A PERSON MOVES AROUND IN THE SEAT, EXCESSIVE WEIG...

Nov 17, 2000 Visibility Crash

WINDOW COMES OFF TRACK, MUST USE 2 HANDS TO CLOSE WINDOW, 1 HAND ON BUTTON, 1 HAND TO GUIDE WINDOW UP, IF I AM LUCKY ENOUGH FOR IT NOT TO COME OFF TRACK, WINDOW WILL NOT CLOSE PROPERLY ON ITS OWN,WINDOW HAS BEEN REPAIRED FOR THE FOURTH TIME AS OF 11/15/2000. *AK

Nov 17, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

BRAKES WOULD NOT STOP THE CAR, THE PEDAL PUMPED HARD FIVE TIMES AND THEN WENT TO THE FLOOR, THE BRAKES DO NOT SEEM TO HOLD IN A PANIC SITUATION, THE ONLY THING THAT STOPPED ME WAS THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME, THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED TO ME ONCE RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT THE OTHER TIME A C...

Nov 17, 2000 Visibility Crash

WINDOW COMES OFF TRACK, MUST USE 2 HANDS TO CLOSE WINDOW, 1 HAND ON BUTTON, 1 HAND TO GUIDE WINDOW UP, IF I AM LUCKY ENOUGH FOR IT NOT TO COME OFF TRACK, WINDOW WILL NOT CLOSE PROPERLY ON ITS OWN,WINDOW HAS BEEN REPAIRED FOR THE FOURTH TIME AS OF 11/15/2000. *AK

Nov 17, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

BRAKES WOULD NOT STOP THE CAR, THE PEDAL PUMPED HARD FIVE TIMES AND THEN WENT TO THE FLOOR, THE BRAKES DO NOT SEEM TO HOLD IN A PANIC SITUATION, THE ONLY THING THAT STOPPED ME WAS THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME, THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED TO ME ONCE RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT THE OTHER TIME A C...

Nov 1, 2000 Power Train

VEHICLE STALLS WHEN LOW IN A GEAR, SOUNDS AS IF IT IS A VIBRATION PROBLEM RELATED TO MAP SENSOR AS RECALLED ON THE 2.6L SONATA AND THE ELANTRA MODELS. *AK

Nov 1, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE STALLS WHEN LOW IN A GEAR, SOUNDS AS IF IT IS A VIBRATION PROBLEM RELATED TO MAP SENSOR AS RECALLED ON THE 2.6L SONATA AND THE ELANTRA MODELS. *AK

Nov 1, 2000 Power Train

VEHICLE STALLS WHEN LOW IN A GEAR, SOUNDS AS IF IT IS A VIBRATION PROBLEM RELATED TO MAP SENSOR AS RECALLED ON THE 2.6L SONATA AND THE ELANTRA MODELS. *AK

Nov 1, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE STALLS WHEN LOW IN A GEAR, SOUNDS AS IF IT IS A VIBRATION PROBLEM RELATED TO MAP SENSOR AS RECALLED ON THE 2.6L SONATA AND THE ELANTRA MODELS. *AK

Oct 10, 2000 Air Bags

AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT IS DEFECTIVE. REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE ON NATIONAL BACK-ORDER. AIR BAGS ARE INOPERABLE, AND (AS A RESULT) POSE A SAFETY CONCERN FOR THE DRIVER AND PASSENGERS.ARD

Oct 10, 2000 Air Bags

AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT IS DEFECTIVE. REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE ON NATIONAL BACK-ORDER. AIR BAGS ARE INOPERABLE, AND (AS A RESULT) POSE A SAFETY CONCERN FOR THE DRIVER AND PASSENGERS.ARD

Sep 28, 2000 Air Bags

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING AND NOTICED THAT AIRBAG MODULE LIGHT CAME ON. THEN, VEHICLE SHUTOFF. HE TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND THERE WAS A WIRE CROSSED. VEHICLE WAS IN THE DEALERSHIP FOUR TIMES. *AK

Sep 28, 2000 Electrical System

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING AND NOTICED THAT AIRBAG MODULE LIGHT CAME ON. THEN, VEHICLE SHUTOFF. HE TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND THERE WAS A WIRE CROSSED. VEHICLE WAS IN THE DEALERSHIP FOUR TIMES. *AK

Sep 28, 2000 Air Bags

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING AND NOTICED THAT AIRBAG MODULE LIGHT CAME ON. THEN, VEHICLE SHUTOFF. HE TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND THERE WAS A WIRE CROSSED. VEHICLE WAS IN THE DEALERSHIP FOUR TIMES. *AK

Sep 28, 2000 Electrical System

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING AND NOTICED THAT AIRBAG MODULE LIGHT CAME ON. THEN, VEHICLE SHUTOFF. HE TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND THERE WAS A WIRE CROSSED. VEHICLE WAS IN THE DEALERSHIP FOUR TIMES. *AK

Sep 15, 2000 Steering

RACK AND PINION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AT 7,000 MILES AND CAUSING A LOUD NOISE IN THE FRONT END.PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.

Sep 15, 2000 Steering

RACK AND PINION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AT 7,000 MILES AND CAUSING A LOUD NOISE IN THE FRONT END.PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.

Aug 25, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE LOSSES POWER AND SOMETIMES STOPS. DIFFICULTY TURNING ON POWER

Aug 25, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE LOSSES POWER AND SOMETIMES STOPS. DIFFICULTY TURNING ON POWER

Aug 16, 2000 Power Train

IF ACCELERATED UP TO 45MPH SPEED SLOWED DOWN, AND CONSUMER HAD TO RELEASE THE SPEED, TRANSMISSION WAS STALLING. VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP SEVERAL TIMES. DEALERSHIP HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

Aug 16, 2000 Power Train

IF ACCELERATED UP TO 45MPH SPEED SLOWED DOWN, AND CONSUMER HAD TO RELEASE THE SPEED, TRANSMISSION WAS STALLING. VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP SEVERAL TIMES. DEALERSHIP HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

Aug 8, 2000 Air Bags

I BOUGHT A HYUNDAI SONATA IN DECEMBER. I JUST GOT MY CAR OUT OF THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT FOR THE THIRD TIME. AIR BAG LIGHT KEEPS ACTIVATING ON OUR CAR AND THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WILL DO NOTHING ABOUT IT. WE CHECKED INTO THE LEMON LAW AND UNDERSTOOD THAT WE FALL INTO THAT CATEGORY. THE DEALER...

Aug 8, 2000 Air Bags

I BOUGHT A HYUNDAI SONATA IN DECEMBER. I JUST GOT MY CAR OUT OF THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT FOR THE THIRD TIME. AIR BAG LIGHT KEEPS ACTIVATING ON OUR CAR AND THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WILL DO NOTHING ABOUT IT. WE CHECKED INTO THE LEMON LAW AND UNDERSTOOD THAT WE FALL INTO THAT CATEGORY. THE DEALER...

Jun 29, 2000 Air Bags

DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WHEN DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR WAS SLAMMED SHUT.DEALER HAS NOT BEEN CONTACTED.*AK

Jun 29, 2000 Air Bags

DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WHEN DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR WAS SLAMMED SHUT.DEALER HAS NOT BEEN CONTACTED.*AK

May 18, 2000 Seat Belts

WE PURCHASED A BRAND NEW 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. PRIOR TO PURCHASE WE NOTICED THAT MY SON, WHO WEIGHS 350 LBS. COULD NOT GET EITHER OF THE REAR PASSENGER SEAT BELTS TO LATCH AND THE ONLY WAY THE FRONT SEAT BELT WOULD LATCH IS IF THE SEAT WAS TILTED BACK AND SLIDE ALL THE WAY BACK, EVEN AT THAT THE SEAT...

May 18, 2000 Seat Belts

WE PURCHASED A BRAND NEW 2000 HYUNDAI SONATA. PRIOR TO PURCHASE WE NOTICED THAT MY SON, WHO WEIGHS 350 LBS. COULD NOT GET EITHER OF THE REAR PASSENGER SEAT BELTS TO LATCH AND THE ONLY WAY THE FRONT SEAT BELT WOULD LATCH IS IF THE SEAT WAS TILTED BACK AND SLIDE ALL THE WAY BACK, EVEN AT THAT THE SEAT...

Mar 14, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH BRAKING SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING NO BRAKING ABILITY, AND RESULTING IN A CRASH. ALSO, AIRBAG DEPLOYED, CAUSING THE DRIVER TO HIT THE HEAD RESTRAINT WHICH FLEW INTO THE REAR SEAT. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Mar 14, 2000 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH BRAKING SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING NO BRAKING ABILITY, AND RESULTING IN A CRASH. ALSO, AIRBAG DEPLOYED, CAUSING THE DRIVER TO HIT THE HEAD RESTRAINT WHICH FLEW INTO THE REAR SEAT. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Mar 14, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH BRAKING SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING NO BRAKING ABILITY, AND RESULTING IN A CRASH. ALSO, AIRBAG DEPLOYED, CAUSING THE DRIVER TO HIT THE HEAD RESTRAINT WHICH FLEW INTO THE REAR SEAT. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Mar 14, 2000 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH BRAKING SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING NO BRAKING ABILITY, AND RESULTING IN A CRASH. ALSO, AIRBAG DEPLOYED, CAUSING THE DRIVER TO HIT THE HEAD RESTRAINT WHICH FLEW INTO THE REAR SEAT. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK