10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
17 / 52
Injuries / Deaths:
8 / 0
Average Mileage:
60,037 miles

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2013 Hyundai Sonata engine problems

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2013 Hyundai Sonata Owner Comments (Page 1 of 32)

problem #628

Mar 042024

Sonata

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

We purchased this vehicle used in good condition. We have kept up the maintenance especially oil changes and all recalls. The car uses or burns shall I say a lot of oil between oil changes. It is showing no signs of leaks anywhere and I have had to add at least four quarts of oil so far and it isn't even time to change it yet. The check engine light came on. So, I am about to take it to the shop before it stops on me like I have read in the many complaints here.

- Wetumpka, AL, USA

problem #627

Dec 162023

Sonata

  • miles
I was driving down the NYS Thruway in mid December and the check engine light started flashing. Before I could reach the next exit (maybe 3 minutes at most) the engine stopped accelerating and I had to make a choice to pull over on the side of the highway before I lost speed altogether. We had it towed back to our mechanic and it was a complete engine failure, without warning.

- Albany , NY, USA

problem #626

Jan 272024

Sonata

  • miles
While driving the car at freeway speeds it died and quit running, and the engine compartment began smoking, and a fire ensued under the hood. Gasoline could be smelled before it started fire.

- American Fork, UT, USA

problem #625

Jan 242024

Sonata

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The vehicle started making a very loud noise and shaking

- Harlingen, TX, USA

problem #624

Jun 152023

Sonata

  • 79,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving 80 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power with the accelerator pedal being depressed. The contact stated that the vehicle decelerated to 30 MPH. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a greasy taillight bulb, and then later diagnosed with starter failure. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. Additionally, the contact stated that four years earlier the engine was replaced due to metal shavings being found in the engine. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 79,000.

- Sherman, TX, USA

problem #623

Nov 152023

Sonata

  • miles
My 2013 Hyundai Sonata 2 recalls that Hyundai are refusing to fix. My engine has been consuming oil since 10/15/2023. 2-3 quartz oil has to be put in the car every 5 days. Some of the recalls were satisfied on 11/15/2023. I took my car South Shore Hyundai located at 360 Sunrise Hwy, Valley Stream, NY 11581 on 1/4/2024 They are refusing to replace the engine. my car was under warranty at the time of the recall. However, I never received a letter to notify me of the recall. Everything the recall states my engine has been doing. I reached out to the corporate office with no resolution. Hyundai says I have to be the original owner which is absurd. After careful research I see where they have replaced vehicles similar to this nature free of charge after consumers hired a lawyer, which I can't afford at the moment. My 23 year old daughter uses the car for work and I fear for her safety. I am replacing the fuel injectors and spark plugs today as suggested by the dealer. I am asking for help in getting the engine approval for replacement. Thank you.

- Arverne, NY, USA

problem #622

Sep 032023

Sonata

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Coolant & engine oil is going somewhere. I have to check everyday to make sure coolant & oil is in. Check engine light started flashing & car jerking back. Diagnostic codes:P1326 & P2096

- Rocky Mount , NC, USA

problem #621

Jan 182024

Sonata

  • 0 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while his grandson was driving at approximately 35-?"45, there was smoke entering the vehicle through the vents. The driver was able to pull over, and upon exiting the vehicle, it caught fire. There were no warning lights illuminated before the failure. The police extinguished the fire, and a report was filed. There were no reported injuries. crash or air bag deployment. The fire department was not contacted. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was not available.

- New Orleans, LA, USA

problem #620

Jan 182024

Sonata

  • miles
Hyundai recall 23V651000 has no remedy after 4 months of the start of the recall.

- Union City, CA, USA

problem #619

Jan 092024

Sonata

  • 161,847 miles
The engine went into smoke and caught on fire. Resulting in damage to the vehicle ultimately causing to be totaled.

- Manteca, CA, USA

problem #618

Jan 052024

Sonata

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The car's engine has a loud rattling noise, the engine vibrates, the check engine flashes, and it lost much of its power. The characteristics of the Recall 162 which has already passed and was fine at that time.

- Kansas City, MO, USA

problem #617

Jun 012023

Sonata

  • miles
When headlights are turned on, rear window brakelight stays illuminated but both the right and left rear brake lights do not illuminate when foot brake pedal is depressed.

- North Kingstown, RI, USA

problem #616

Dec 042023

Sonata

  • miles
Engine failure driving on the freeway. Many of the clusters in the dash suddenly lite up, check engine light also multiple warning lights.Suddenly vehicle would not accelerate. Feels like my life as well as my passengers were put at risk. Cars suddenly passing us at freeway speeds. As I pulled to the shoulder of cars were very close to hitting ours. Then when we pulled over we saw smoke coming out of the hood of the car and imediately smelled gas or plastic burning. We got out of vehicle thinking that the car might carch on fire.. The police pushed our car out the freeway to a safe zone. Had the car towed to a shop and confirmed engine failure. As of now the vehicle will not start.We are frightened that there may be a gas leak that might cause an explosion or engine may fail again while driving.

- Daly City, CA, USA

problem #615

Nov 172023

Sonata

  • miles
My husband and I were driving down i-65 near Montgomery Alabama on 11/17/2023 when all of the warning lights came on and the vehicle lost power. We immediately swerved into the emergency lane to avoid a major accident on a heavily traveled interstate. We arranged for a tow to a repair shop in Montgomery where they diagnosed the problem as an engine seize up. The engine has to be replaced, and the estimated cost was $7,074.81. I did an internet search and discovered others had had the same problem with other Sonatas. My husband contacted the dealership where we bought the car and asked if there was any special program for this type of failure. The service manager was polite, professional and diligent. She looked up the VIN number and confirmed that our vehicle had had all the required maintenance. She said there seemed to be an extended warranty program, but any repairs would have to be approved by the manufacturer. Such approvals could take as long as 60 days. We had the vehicle towed and am awaiting word on next steps. I'm grateful my we weren't killed in an accident on I-65, and the engine failure didn't cause injuries or death to others.

- Montgomery Alabama, AL, USA

problem #614

Apr 122023

Sonata

  • 118,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at various speed, the vehicle sputtered and then became inoperable. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed. The diagnostic test was still pending. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 118,000.

- Apex, NC, USA

problem #613

Oct 172023

Sonata

  • 88,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while the vehicle was stopped, the engine stalled with several unknown warning lights illuminated. Upon restarting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. Due to the failure, the vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact called an independent mechanic to the residence. The mechanic arrived and informed the contact that the engine had failed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 88,000.

- Moses Lake, WA, USA

problem #612

Oct 012023

Sonata

  • miles
My vehicle has an engine safety recall and Hyundai is refusing to fix it. They are giving every excuse in order he book not to repair it. It is a dangerous safety issue. Thank you

- Margate, FL, USA

problem #611

Sep 272023

Sonata

  • miles
Engine (Electronics / electric) Cruise Speed Sixty mph (+ / - ) Engine Power Ceases: RPM Instant decrease to Below Idle (Driver Display Indicator Blank {No Warning Light} Safety Halt To Roadside. Hear Engine continues Rotating Power "ON" Below Normal Idle Rpms. :Time Varies One minute - Sometimes Two Minutes: Suddenly Normal Idle Power RPMs - Driver's Dispay Illuminates with normal data Information (No Warning Light {Normal} ) Can Accelerates / drives Normally at any chosen Speed Occurance Distance Varies: Forty Miles From Start Point, {approx Last Week September 2023: October 21, 2023, Morning: From Start Point, {approx one-quarter mile distance.

- Gwynn Oak, MD, USA

problem #610

Sep 112023

Sonata

  • 125,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving 35-40 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormal grinding and rattling sound and failed to respond while depressing the accelerator pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while driving and the sound had become louder. The dealer was notified of the failure and an appointment was scheduled for a diagnostic test. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V226000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.

- Chattanooga, TN, USA

problem #609

Sep 212023

Sonata

  • miles
2013 Sonata engine fire on 9/21/2023. Insurance totaled car Engine replace on 1/6/22I by dealership with reman sub engine 1) Engine aluminum flared gas line from engine fuel pump to cylinders was cracked and leaked gas. Gas line replaced 2/11/23 by another dealership. Progressive Insurance company inspected 2) engine caught fire 3) problem reproduced? Don't know 4) Progressive inspected car 5)Car was working great. No engine codes or problems. Gas smell was noticed few days prior to engine fire

- Fargo, ND, USA

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