This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.
The contact owns a 2001 Hyundai XG300. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was restarted and driven cautiously on the shoulder. In addition, there was an unexpected acceleration and unknown electrical issues. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis. The technician was unable to detect a trouble code. The contact stated that the alternator had been previously replaced by an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 51,000....updated 12-24-13
When the vehicle accelerated into passing gear the vehicle completely shuts down. After about 15 minutes the car will start back up. The check engine light is displayed after the vehicle stalls. The problem has been corrected twice in the span of a two or three year period. The service department said it was a computer chip that controls the acceleration.
Consumer attempted to the apply the brakes, when the vehicle suddenly accelerated, consumer was unable to stop vehicle, vehicle hit a telephone pole, driver suffered head injuries, and passenger sustained a broken shoulder and ribs.
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- Greenfield, WI, USA