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I purchased my 2015 Hyundai Sonata recently with only 46K miles on it. After 3 weeks, the engine started clicking loudly and it literally sounded like a roller coaster being pulled uphill when under load. A week later the ticking was constant. My husband changed my oil and strained it, finding small metal fragments in the oil. These fragments are from an engine defect that Hyundai even admits having. Now as the second owner, I have no service records prior to ownership and my warranty claim was denied because of it. How can this be happening" Hyundai admits defect but are still allowed to rip off consumers with bad engines" the gdi Hyundai engines are defective and it cost me $3,000!
Hi NHTSA, I drive a 2015 Hyundai Sonata and followed all the recommended maintenance. I started to notice my oil level was below low after 2000 miles at 47000 on the vehicle. I thought it was not filled correctly and had my mechanic check it. Also, I told my Hyundai dealership in laurel, md about the finding. I decided to top off my oil and closely monitor the status. On my next oil change, after 2000 miles my oil was low again. I add roughly 1.5 qts to top it off. I brought my car until Hyundai for an oil consumption test. The mechanic did not note how much oil he started as the baseline; however, the dip stick was over the full mark. After 3000 miles, my oil was at the low level. Per Hyundai owner manual, I can drive 7500 miles between oil changes with non - extreme driving. Hyundai stated my car was not consuming oil, and this is normal.
On or about 3/15/2015, purchased a new 2015 Hyundai Sonata. Maintained oil changes in accordance with "normal maintenance schedule" as described in owner's manual. In 5/2019, while driving on a highway, vehicle began sputtering, knocking and engine light came on. Was told engine "threw a rod" and punched a hole in the engine and now engine needs to be replaced.
The check engine light is illuminated and when coming to a stop, the vehicle lunges/surges forward as if the brakes are failing and I'm going to hit the vehicle in front of me. I took the the vehicle to 2 local jim click Hyundai dealers, the fault code is P200A and they stated the issue is most likely replacing the intake manifold which would not be covered by the powertrain warranty and my mileage is 85,000 presently. I would think that it would be a warranty item because the intake manifold is bolted to the engine and connected to the engine with wires. Now I'm stuck with a $1000 repair bill.
The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Sonata. While driving various speeds, the vehicle hesitated and made clicking noises in the engine compartment. In addition, the check engine indicator illuminated, remained lit, and flashed occasionally. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was towed to Hyundai inland empire (909-796-1600, located at 25072 redlands blvd, loma linda, ca 92354), but the failure could not be duplicated. The dealer stated that there was no failure with the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 59,800. The VIN was invalid.
- San Bernardino, CA, USA
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The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Sonata. While the contact's daughter was driving at a very low speed, the engine completely failed. Prior to the failure, the engine seized on several occasions. After each failure, the vehicle would restart and resume normal operation. The contact stated that the check engine indicator illuminated prior to the engine failures. The vehicle was towed to napleton Hyundai of carmel (4200 E 96th St, indianapolis, in 46240, (844) 729-4217) where it was diagnosed that the engine failed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 90,000. The VIN was unknown.
Had an accident 6/29/19 was hit driver's side front tire area. Insurance recommended closest repair shop fix (dick smith) and they returned it. Same week car was taken back to repair shop for concerns, clicking, vibrating, etc. Was told by dick smith repair shop needs a boot but car is "driveable". two days later car dies while driving.. ds (jeff, service mgr) says died 4 no oil causing engine to "seize up" but no light was on.. and prior to Hyundai running diagnostics also. Ds towed to Hyundai. Told by peacock Hyundai (chris) they had several reports of engine failure within 2 weeks of my car being towed and they were waiting on approval for new engine but then a different person (ted) says engine "seized" for no oil but car had oil change within last 6K miles and is full synthetic. Please help as I have a newborn and need a vehicle.
Stalling, car stops running while the car is in motion or about to take off. This has happened more than once. The car was checked by the dealer, dealer said they found nothing wrong.
Purchased 9 months ago from a local dealer certified road ready carfax certified. Had 41000 miles. At 63000 miles entering highway 65 mph, car buck and loses power, engine shuts off, all idiot lights are lit and coast to side of highway in flowing traffic. Car starts up and does exactly same thing. Car started but not chancing again. Habit towed 40 miles to local mechanic. Obd code P0114. Mechanic suggest changing cvt valve. Finds metal shavings clogging valve. Cost $310. I leave garage and car does same thing 5 miles from garage. Now he suggested dealer to diagnose. Car starts but makes terrible noise. Tow to dealer. 2 days later I call them and he said complete engine failure and need new engine block. He will submit paperwork to Hyundai" for approval. This looks like known issue. Why is this allowed" safety issue, not sure I want car back, or trust it's fixed correctly.
The contact owned a 2015 Hyundai Sonata. While operating the vehicle, the engine suddenly stalled. After stopping the vehicle, flames were present under the engine compartment. The fire department arrived and extinguished the flames. Police report number: 19172167 was filed. The vehicle was destroyed and towed from the scene. The cause of the failure was not determined. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 70,000.
When excelerationhe care makes a noise, sounds like shavings of metal in engine some days are worse then others. I've taken it to two different Hyundai dealers and one heard it and said they have no idea what it is and have others with same problem and the other dealer said they didn't hear anything. My husband has bad hearing but one day he drove it to work and said he finally heard it as well. I do notice that the pick up is hesitant making it hard to stay in flow with the traffic at times. My gas per milage performance has decreased some what as well which
While attempting to merge onto interstate 85 in atlanta, the car hesitated and would not accelerate. At the same time, an alarm began to chime and once I avoided a collision, I noticed a flashing engine symbol on the dash. At this critical time I was "lucky" to have not been involved in a fatal car accident. The car limped to the autozone and P01326 was discovered. The AZ employee and the longtime manager said they were surprised when the code did not pull up any info in the database. I researched the internet and found some information and the 2 minute Hyundai video on the bearings, catastrophic engine failure, potential fire and the knock sensor. Southtowne Hyundai said it was a wiring problem and reset the code. I asked if the vehicle was safe to drive and the representative said yes but within 5 miles of leaving the dealership, the check engine light came back on. I have sent several emails to the SE regional manager, steve flood, and southtowne's GM, charlie simmons, but they have not replied. Their underlings have. I have lost faith in the vehicle and believe it (and other Hyundai cars) is unsafe.
2015 Hyundai Sonata sport 2.0T limited leaking oil from the theta 2.0 turbo oil feed hose. Hyundai issued a service campaign T1N for the same exact problem for their 2011-2014 Sonata 2.0T models. I am having the same exact problem with my 2015 and their is no recall. The dealer said it will cost close to $3000 to fix it.
Engine hesitates to put out power when taking off from a stand still. Transmission upshifts instead of downshifting when pressing pedal pedal 50% of the way. These problems occur in city driving.
Applying the brakes at a stop requires the brake pedal to be firmly held to the floor otherwise the engine will start reviving up and move out fast if the brake is released. Also appears that the transmission when moving the shifter to park does not mean the car is in park. I did this once in a store parking lot. The shift handle was in park. But as soon as I took my foot off the brake and opened the door car took off. Caused $ 6,700 to fix all the damage. Engine does not come off fast idle. When I first got the car. Idle RPM was between 500 and 750. Now the idle never goes below 1200-1300 RPM. I tried various brands and grades of gas including ethanol free unleaded but nothing helped.
On a 2-way city street, vehicle in straight forward motion when it abruptly stopped working. Check engine light came on. Car was towed. Result was service campaign #18-01-032, T3G, engine dtc - P1326. Car has been at the dealership since 5/7/19, for over 3 weeks with no repairs made.
I was in motion (just coming out of a steep canyon on an interstate/highway) and suddenly the engine just stopped. The check oil, check engine, and check battery lights flashed because my ignition was still on, but I had to try to coast to a safe stop. No warning, no overheating, no issues with battery or oil or other fluids. The engine just squeaks faintly when I turn the key and won't turn over.
Car began shaking and engine shut off. This happened right after powering engine on after fueling up. Pressed gas to accelerate to leave gas area and car shook and turned off. Put car in neutral powered the car on and car started.
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- Euharlee, GA, USA