1998 HYUNDAI SONATA
1 recalls, 68 complaints - 48 TSBs
00V314001 Oct 2, 2000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: ACCENT GT MODEL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DOHC ENGINES MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 19, 1996 THROUGH JUNE 30, 1997; 1998 ACCENT MODEL VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 6, 1997 THROUGH JUNE 25, 1998; 1997 SONATA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 1, 1996 THROUGH JULY 9, 1997 AND 1998 SON... Read more
Consequence
FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL PRESSURE CHECK THE VEHICLE'S FUEL TANK TO DETERMINE IF IT HAS CRACKED. IF IT IS CRACKED, A NEW FUEL TANK WILL BE INSTALLED. A NEW FUEL FILLER CAP THAT DECREASES THE AMOUNT OF VACUUM INSIDE THE FUEL TANK WILL ALSO BE INSTALLED. NOTE: THE 1997-1998 SONATA FUEL TANKS HAVE ALSO EXPERIENC... Read more
Complaint Statistics
68 total complaints
3 crashes 3 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 11 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY | 7 |
| VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | 7 |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH | 6 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| AIR BAGS | 3 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 3 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 2 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 2 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP | 2 |
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Jul 18, 2010
Incident date: Aug 14, 2004
I BOUGHT MY HYUNDAI IN 2004. MY 1998 HYUNDAI SONATA VEHICLE DRIVER AND PASSENGER INTERIOR PART OF DOORS ARE STUCK. I HAD THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT DOOR REPAIRED THE SAME YEAR. IT STUCK AGAIN IN 2006 AND HAS BEEN THAT WAY TO THIS DAY. MY PROBLEM NOW IS THAT THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR IS NOW STUCK AS OF JULY... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 18, 2010
Incident date: Aug 14, 2004
I BOUGHT MY HYUNDAI IN 2004. MY 1998 HYUNDAI SONATA VEHICLE DRIVER AND PASSENGER INTERIOR PART OF DOORS ARE STUCK. I HAD THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT DOOR REPAIRED THE SAME YEAR. IT STUCK AGAIN IN 2006 AND HAS BEEN THAT WAY TO THIS DAY. MY PROBLEM NOW IS THAT THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR IS NOW STUCK AS OF JULY... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Dec 11, 2007
Incident date: Nov 28, 2007
CRACK IN GAS TANK DISCOVERED AFTER SEVERAL REMOVALS OF TANK TO REPLACE HOSES, THEN CLAMPS. REPLACED 1998 TANK WITH USED TANK FROM 1996 MODEL. WITHIN 3 MONTH REPLACEMENT TANK WAS LEAKING FROM CRACK IN SAME AREA AS BEFORE. DISCOVERED RECALL ON THIS MODEL AND TOOK VEHICLE TO LOCAL DEALER. DEALER RE... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Jun 13, 2007
Incident date: Jun 7, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT SMELLED GAS AND NOTICED A GAS LEAK COMING FROM THE FUEL TANK. RECALL # 00V314001 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY) WAS FOUND. THE DEALER STATED THAT THERE WAS A HOLE IN THE GAS TANK, BUT REFUSED TO REPAIR IT BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WA... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
Nov 28, 2006
Incident date: Jul 31, 2006
WE PURCHASED A USED 1998 SONATA GL FOR MY DAUGHTER IN MAY 2006. IN ABOUT JULY 2006 SHE NOTICED THAT SHE SEEMED TO BE USING MORE FUEL THAN USUAL. ALSO THAT HER AND HER FRIENDS NOTICED A STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE. CHECKING UNDER THE VEHICLE I NOTICE THAT THE FUEL TANK WAS WET ON THE DRIVERS SIDE NEAR T... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Jun 27, 2006
Incident date: May 1, 2006
DT: THE CONTACT STATED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS NOT FUNCTIONAL AND THAT THE THE OBD TO THE SYSTEM IS NOT COMMUNICATING. DUE TO THIS THE EVAPORATIVE SYSTEM IS NOT READY. THIS VEHICLE IS NOT CONFORMING TO THE CLEAN AIR ACT AND CANNOT PASS EMISSIONS.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Mar 12, 2006
Incident date: Mar 12, 2006
WHEN DRIVING OUT OF MY PARKING LOT, TWO PIECES OF EQUIPMENT FELL OFF OF MY VEHICLE. ONE LOOKED LIKE A BELT AND THE OTHER A SMALL DRUM. MY AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WOULD NO LONGER FUNCTION AND I WAS FORCED TO COAST INTO A PARKING SPOT IN THE LOT. *JB
SEATS
Mar 8, 2006
Incident date: Jan 1, 1901
CONSUMER LETTER REQUESTING ALL INFORMATION, INVESTIGATIONS AND RECALLS PERTAINING TO THE 1998 SONATA OR THE Y3 SEAT. *TS *NM
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Jul 29, 2005
Incident date: Jan 8, 2005
DT: THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR LATCH BROKE. CALLER HAD TO ROLL DOWN THE WINDOW TO GET THE DOOR OPENED. FOR ABOUT 6 MONTHS THE HANDLE HAD A HAIRLINE CRACK IN IT, AND NOW THE HANDLE HAD 4 CRACKS. IT IS NOT STRONG ENOUGH TO OPEN THE LATCH. DEALER AND MANUFACTURERR HAVE NOT BEEN CONTACTED YET. ALSO CALLER ... Read more
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Jul 29, 2005
Incident date: Jan 8, 2005
DT: THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR LATCH BROKE. CALLER HAD TO ROLL DOWN THE WINDOW TO GET THE DOOR OPENED. FOR ABOUT 6 MONTHS THE HANDLE HAD A HAIRLINE CRACK IN IT, AND NOW THE HANDLE HAD 4 CRACKS. IT IS NOT STRONG ENOUGH TO OPEN THE LATCH. DEALER AND MANUFACTURERR HAVE NOT BEEN CONTACTED YET. ALSO CALLER ... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Jul 8, 2005
Incident date: Apr 7, 2000
1998 HYUNDAI SONATA 4 CYLINDER WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. REPEATEDLY WOULD GO INTO NEUTRAL IN CRITICAL SITUATIONS LIKE FREEWAY MERGE. ONLY WAY TO ENGAGE DRIVE AGAIN WAS TO SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL AND RE-SHIFT BACK INTO DRIVE. ON AT LEAST ONE OCCASION HAD TO FIND WAY OFF ROAD AND SHUT OFF ENGINE AND ... Read more
STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACK
Jun 2, 2005
Incident date: Jun 1, 2005
MY 1998 HYUNDAI SONATA HAS BEEN A CHALLENGE TO MAINTAIN. TWICE THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR SPRING HAS RUSTED THROUGH AND WINDOW REGULATORS HAVE FAILED. THIS PARTICULAR INCIDENT WAS A FORTUNATE STOP IN THE CAR SHOP TO CHECK SOMETHING ELSE. THEY DISCOVERED THAT THE RACK AND PINION UNIT WAS LEAKING POWE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 4, 2005
Incident date: Apr 29, 2005
CALLER STATED: BROUGHT CAR IN FOR INSPECTION. WHEN THE CAR WAS HOOKED UP THE MONITOR STATUS WITH THE ONBOARD COMPUTER RED NOT READY ON EVERYTHING. MECHANIC TOLD CONSUMER THAT HE HAD TO DRIVE THE CAR ON A HIGHWAY FOR 20 MINUTES, THEN DROP DOWN TO 15 MPH FOR 5 MINUTES, AND THEN REPEAT, FOLLOWED BY ... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Apr 22, 2005
Incident date: Apr 21, 2005
THE PASSENGER WINDOW WOULD NOT ROLL UP, IT GOT STUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF A RAIN STORM. THE PASSENGER DOOR WILL NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE AND THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOPPED WORKING AS WELL AND REPLACING THE FUSE DID NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM. *JB
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Apr 22, 2005
Incident date: Apr 21, 2005
THE PASSENGER WINDOW WOULD NOT ROLL UP, IT GOT STUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF A RAIN STORM. THE PASSENGER DOOR WILL NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE AND THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOPPED WORKING AS WELL AND REPLACING THE FUSE DID NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM. *JB
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Apr 22, 2005
Incident date: Apr 21, 2005
THE PASSENGER WINDOW WOULD NOT ROLL UP, IT GOT STUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF A RAIN STORM. THE PASSENGER DOOR WILL NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE AND THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOPPED WORKING AS WELL AND REPLACING THE FUSE DID NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM. *JB
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Dec 30, 2004
Incident date: Dec 8, 2004
FOLLOW UP TO COMPLAINT #10102430, PASENGER DOOR WILL NOT OPEN FROM INSIDE/OUTSIDE, AFTER REMOVING INSIDE DOOR PANEL FISHED OUT A BROKEN SPRING RUSTED THROUGH, WAS ABLE TO REPAIR WITH $.50 SPRING FROM LOCAL HARDWARE STORE, CHECKED DRIVERS SIDE AND FOUND SAME SPRING ABOUT TO RUST THROUGH, IF HYUNDAI U... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Dec 30, 2004
Incident date: Dec 8, 2004
FOLLOW UP TO COMPLAINT #10102430, PASENGER DOOR WILL NOT OPEN FROM INSIDE/OUTSIDE, AFTER REMOVING INSIDE DOOR PANEL FISHED OUT A BROKEN SPRING RUSTED THROUGH, WAS ABLE TO REPAIR WITH $.50 SPRING FROM LOCAL HARDWARE STORE, CHECKED DRIVERS SIDE AND FOUND SAME SPRING ABOUT TO RUST THROUGH, IF HYUNDAI U... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Dec 9, 2004
Incident date: Dec 8, 2004
AFTER CLOSING PASSENGER DOOR IT WILL NOT REOPEN, INSIDE DOOR HANDLE APPEARS NOT TO ENGAGE LINKAGE, PASSENGER WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO EXIT VEHICLE IN A EMERGENCY, OTHER SIMILAR COMPLAINTS ON FILE WITH NTSB. *AK
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Nov 20, 2004
Incident date: Nov 16, 2004
PASSENGER WINDOW AND DRIVER'S DOOR INOPERABLE. *AK
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Nov 20, 2004
Incident date: Nov 16, 2004
PASSENGER WINDOW AND DRIVER'S DOOR INOPERABLE. *AK
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Apr 29, 2004
Incident date: Apr 24, 2004
THERE ARE MANY THINGS THAT HAVE OCCURRED TO MY HYUNDAI SONATA 98 SINCE I GOT THE CAR AS OF SEPTEMBER 2003. I'VE HAD TO PAY OVER $700.00 IN TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT COSTS, AND FUEL INJECTION SYSTEMS THAT HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN FIXED AT THE DEALERSHIP WHILE WARRANTED (BOB CIASULLI HYUNDAI). IN ADDIT... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
Mar 3, 2004
Incident date: Jul 22, 2003
WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED EGR LIGHT STAYS ON. DEALER EXAMINED THE VEHICLE TWICE, AND REPLACED THE EGR VALVE AND THE EGR SWITCH. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Jan 21, 2004
Incident date: Jan 4, 2004
FUEL TANK CRACKED. A RECALL HAD BEEN ISSUED ON THIS MAKE/MODEL AND YEAR. HOWEVER, THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. *AK *MR
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Nov 4, 2003
Incident date: Oct 23, 2003
WITH 39,000 MILES THE TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 17, 2003
Incident date: Jun 15, 2003
SAME AS ODI ID NUMBER: 1003666 . FRONT DOORS DO NOT UNLOCK FROM INSIDE OR OUTSIDE AND MUST CRAWL THROUGH BACK SEAT TO GET IN TO THE FRONT SEAT. PASSENGER SIDE DOOR STUCK FIRST AND PASSENGER HAD TO GET OUT THE WINDOW. TWO WEEKS LATER DRIVERS SIDE STUCK. TWO WEEKS LATER PARKING LIGHTS WERE LEFT ON AT... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Oct 17, 2003
Incident date: Jun 15, 2003
SAME AS ODI ID NUMBER: 1003666 . FRONT DOORS DO NOT UNLOCK FROM INSIDE OR OUTSIDE AND MUST CRAWL THROUGH BACK SEAT TO GET IN TO THE FRONT SEAT. PASSENGER SIDE DOOR STUCK FIRST AND PASSENGER HAD TO GET OUT THE WINDOW. TWO WEEKS LATER DRIVERS SIDE STUCK. TWO WEEKS LATER PARKING LIGHTS WERE LEFT ON AT... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Aug 12, 2003
Incident date: Oct 15, 2001
CONSUMER STATES THAT FORNT DOORS DO NOT UN LOCK.DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 1, 2003
Incident date: Jun 18, 2002
TURN SIGNALS AND HAZARDS FAILED. ALL FUSES, CONTROL BOX, AND WIRING WERE CHECKED AND PROBLEM COULD NOT BE FOUND. IN ADDITION, ELECTRIC WINDOW ASSEMBLY PLASTIC PULLEYS HAVE BROKEN IN 3 OF 4 DOORS. CAUSING WINDOWS TO REMAIN IN EITHER UP OR DOWN POSITION. *TT
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jun 1, 2003
Incident date: Jun 18, 2002
TURN SIGNALS AND HAZARDS FAILED. ALL FUSES, CONTROL BOX, AND WIRING WERE CHECKED AND PROBLEM COULD NOT BE FOUND. IN ADDITION, ELECTRIC WINDOW ASSEMBLY PLASTIC PULLEYS HAVE BROKEN IN 3 OF 4 DOORS. CAUSING WINDOWS TO REMAIN IN EITHER UP OR DOWN POSITION. *TT
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Jun 1, 2003
Incident date: Jun 18, 2002
TURN SIGNALS AND HAZARDS FAILED. ALL FUSES, CONTROL BOX, AND WIRING WERE CHECKED AND PROBLEM COULD NOT BE FOUND. IN ADDITION, ELECTRIC WINDOW ASSEMBLY PLASTIC PULLEYS HAVE BROKEN IN 3 OF 4 DOORS. CAUSING WINDOWS TO REMAIN IN EITHER UP OR DOWN POSITION. *TT
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
May 30, 2003
Incident date: May 20, 2003
A CRACK ON THE GAS TANK. ALSO, DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND HAS FIXED THE PROBLEM. WAS NOT CONTACTED AT THE TIME OF THIS CALL.*AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Jan 18, 2003
Incident date: May 16, 1999
WE HAD GOTTEN THE RECALL LETTER FOR SOMETHING OTHER THAN THE GAS TANK ON THE VEHICLE WE WERE TOLD IT HAD A CRACK IN IT AT THE TIME WE TOOK IT FOR THE FIRST RECALL LETTER FOR THIS VEHICLE,WE CAN ONLY FILL THE FUEL TANK TO 3/4 HASH MARK AND BELOW THAT PIONT IN ORDER NOT TO LEAK.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
Jan 18, 2003
Incident date: May 16, 1999
WE HAD GOTTEN THE RECALL LETTER FOR SOMETHING OTHER THAN THE GAS TANK ON THE VEHICLE WE WERE TOLD IT HAD A CRACK IN IT AT THE TIME WE TOOK IT FOR THE FIRST RECALL LETTER FOR THIS VEHICLE,WE CAN ONLY FILL THE FUEL TANK TO 3/4 HASH MARK AND BELOW THAT PIONT IN ORDER NOT TO LEAK.
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLING/CHARGING
Jan 18, 2003
Incident date: May 16, 1999
WE HAD GOTTEN THE RECALL LETTER FOR SOMETHING OTHER THAN THE GAS TANK ON THE VEHICLE WE WERE TOLD IT HAD A CRACK IN IT AT THE TIME WE TOOK IT FOR THE FIRST RECALL LETTER FOR THIS VEHICLE,WE CAN ONLY FILL THE FUEL TANK TO 3/4 HASH MARK AND BELOW THAT PIONT IN ORDER NOT TO LEAK.
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Jul 24, 2002
Incident date: Mar 25, 2002
MARCH 25, 2002 MY DRIVER SIDE WINDOW WOULD NOT CLOSE. I HAD PURCHASED AN EXTENDED SERVICE CONTRACT WHEN I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE NEW IN 1998. I TOOK IT TO MY LOCAL DEALER, BURLINGTON AUTO MART, IN BURLINGTON, NJ, TO BE REPAIRED. I CHECKED MY CONTRACT AND THOUGHT THIS PART, 83403-34011 REGULATOR, ... Read more
STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN
Oct 12, 2001
Incident date: Sep 21, 2001
I HAD JUST EXITED THE HIGHWAY (70MPH), PULLE OFF ONTO EXIT RAMP. WHEN I CAME TO THE STOP SIGN MY STEERING WHEEL "FREE SPUN" AND I LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE LEFT TIRE VEERED TO THE LEFT AND THE CAR SPUN. IF THIS HAD HAPPENED SECONDS BEFORE WE COULD HAVE BEEN DEAD. THE FRONT END HAD A SLIGHT VI... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Aug 16, 2001
Incident date: Jul 31, 2001
FUEL PUMP LEAKED FUEL INTO THE ENGINE AND CAUSED ENGINE TO SEIZE. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Aug 13, 2001
Incident date: Jul 31, 2001
FUEL PUMP LEAKED FUEL INTO THE ENGINE AND CAUSED ENGINE TO SEIZE. *AK
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Jun 25, 2001
Incident date: Apr 9, 1999
I BOUGHT THIS CAR USED FROM BUDGET CAR SALES, LESS THAN 3 MONTHS THE ORIGINAL TRANSMISSION WENT OUT, EARNHARDTS REPLACED WITH A SO CALLED REBUILT ONE, LESS THAN TWO YEARS ON THIS TRANSMISSION AND IT WENT OUT. AT THE TIME OF THE FIRST FAILURE THE MILAGE WAS ABOUT 27,700, WHEN EARNHARDT'S REPLACED TH... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
May 30, 2001
THE VEHICLE IS BEING RECALLED FOR THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM, 00V-314, THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT SINCE HE LIVES IN PR THAT THEY WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO PROVIDE RECALL SERVICE ON THE ISLAND. NLM
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Apr 4, 2001
Incident date: Apr 1, 2000
WINDSHIELD MAKES A WHISTLING SOUND WHEN DRIVING AT HIGH SPEEDS. TAKEN VEHICLE TO DEALER WHO CANNOT FIND A REMEDY. *AK
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Feb 8, 2001
Incident date: Dec 18, 2000
ALTHOUGH AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR WAS PAID FOR AT 900.+ DOLLARS THE BELTS AND WHEELS STILL LOCK-UP. WHEN TAKEN BACK TO HAVE CHECKED THE PROBLEM CAN NEVER BE PRODUCED. AS FOR CLOCK SPRING THE OWNERS MANUAL SAYS THAT THE AIRBAG SYSTEM SHOULD BE CHECKED EVERY 10 YEARS ABD THIS SYSTEM HAS FAILED IN 2... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 8, 2001
Incident date: Dec 18, 2000
ALTHOUGH AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR WAS PAID FOR AT 900.+ DOLLARS THE BELTS AND WHEELS STILL LOCK-UP. WHEN TAKEN BACK TO HAVE CHECKED THE PROBLEM CAN NEVER BE PRODUCED. AS FOR CLOCK SPRING THE OWNERS MANUAL SAYS THAT THE AIRBAG SYSTEM SHOULD BE CHECKED EVERY 10 YEARS ABD THIS SYSTEM HAS FAILED IN 2... Read more
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Dec 8, 2000
Incident date: Dec 8, 2000
WHILE ATTEMPTING TO OPEN/CLOSE POWER WINDOW, WINDOW WILL NOT WORK. PROBLEM HAD STARTED WITH DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW FIRST. THEN, OTHER TWO WINDOWS ON PASSENGER'S SIDE FRONT AND REAR DID NOT WORK. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Oct 4, 2000
Incident date: Nov 17, 1999
TRANSMISSION BOTH TIMES WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY. 1ST TIME UNDER WARRANTY, THIS TIME IT'S NOT AND APPARENTLY IT IS OKAY FOR THE TRANSMISSION TO GO OUT NOT EVEN A YEAR AFTER BEING REPLACED, BRAKES WERE SERVICED AND FIXED, WINDOWS FIXED NOT UNDER WARRANTY,ALSO MY GAS COVER BECAME LOOSE & FELL OFF WHILE T... Read more
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Oct 4, 2000
Incident date: Nov 17, 1999
TRANSMISSION BOTH TIMES WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY. 1ST TIME UNDER WARRANTY, THIS TIME IT'S NOT AND APPARENTLY IT IS OKAY FOR THE TRANSMISSION TO GO OUT NOT EVEN A YEAR AFTER BEING REPLACED, BRAKES WERE SERVICED AND FIXED, WINDOWS FIXED NOT UNDER WARRANTY,ALSO MY GAS COVER BECAME LOOSE & FELL OFF WHILE T... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Oct 4, 2000
Incident date: Nov 17, 1999
TRANSMISSION BOTH TIMES WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY. 1ST TIME UNDER WARRANTY, THIS TIME IT'S NOT AND APPARENTLY IT IS OKAY FOR THE TRANSMISSION TO GO OUT NOT EVEN A YEAR AFTER BEING REPLACED, BRAKES WERE SERVICED AND FIXED, WINDOWS FIXED NOT UNDER WARRANTY,ALSO MY GAS COVER BECAME LOOSE & FELL OFF WHILE T... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Oct 4, 2000
Incident date: Nov 17, 1999
TRANSMISSION BOTH TIMES WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY. 1ST TIME UNDER WARRANTY, THIS TIME IT'S NOT AND APPARENTLY IT IS OKAY FOR THE TRANSMISSION TO GO OUT NOT EVEN A YEAR AFTER BEING REPLACED, BRAKES WERE SERVICED AND FIXED, WINDOWS FIXED NOT UNDER WARRANTY,ALSO MY GAS COVER BECAME LOOSE & FELL OFF WHILE T... Read more
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Sep 28, 2000
FRONT PASSENGER'S WINDOW DOES NOT ROLL DOWN ,IT IS STUCK POSSIBLY DUE TO WINDOW REGULATOR OR WINDOW TAPE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
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EPA Fuel Economy, 1998 HYUNDAI SONATA
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 25.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,100 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 25.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 22.0 | 18.0 | Regular | $3,450 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1998 HYUNDAI SONATA
48 manufacturer communications from 36 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 6 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 5 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 3 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 |
| 190000 TIRES | 3 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 2 |
23-BD-002H
Jan 30, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside th
22-EM-010H
Jul 28, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Follow the guidelines outlined in this bulletin to inspect and clean or replace certain components of the engine intake system accordingly during engine short block or sub-assembly replacement.
22-GI-006H
Jul 14, 2022
190000 TIRES
Effective June 2, 2008, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 110 (FMVSS 110) established a threshold for correcting load carrying capacity information indicated on tire placards when vehicle weight has been increased before retail sale
21-AT-006H
May 21, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Hyundai approves only the ATF, DCT gear oil and IVT gear oil specified in the vehicle??A?A?s owner??A?A?s manual. ??A?A? Use of other ATF may result in improper shift quality or other drivability conditions. ??A?A? Use of other DCT and IV
21-EM-004H
Mar 30, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps
21-EM-004H
Mar 30, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps
21-BR-002H
Mar 23, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
21-BR-002H
Mar 23, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
21-BR-002H
Mar 23, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
21-EM-003H
Mar 10, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.
21-EM-003H
Mar 10, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.
20-BR-002H
Nov 30, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear around the brake caliper area.
20-SS-004H
Nov 19, 2020
200000 WHEELS
This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. For all wheel/tire balance claims, the a??Tire Balance Data Sheeta?? must be fully completed including imbalance and Road For
20-SS-004H
Nov 19, 2020
190000 TIRES
This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. For all wheel/tire balance claims, the a??Tire Balance Data Sheeta?? must be fully completed including imbalance and Road For
20-BD-014H
Jul 14, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the la
20-BD-014H
Jul 14, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the la
20-BD-014H
Jul 14, 2020
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the la
20-SS-002H(1)
May 6, 2020
200000 WHEELS
This bulletin provides information on tire maintenance best practices and procedures for dealers and customers to maximize tire life and performance.
20-SS-002H(1)
May 6, 2020
190000 TIRES
This bulletin provides information on tire maintenance best practices and procedures for dealers and customers to maximize tire life and performance.
20-BD-007H-1
May 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin describes the general guidelines to help disinfect and protect vehicle exterior/interior surfaces using recommended safe chemical products.
20-EE-003H
Apr 23, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: a?? A Battery SOC alert - low Battery State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. a?? A 30 Day alert - vehicle has not started and reported an SOC in 30 days.
20-EE-003H
Apr 23, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: a?? A Battery SOC alert - low Battery State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. a?? A 30 Day alert - vehicle has not started and reported an SOC in 30 days.
20-AT-016H
Apr 17, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions:
20-AT-016H
Apr 17, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions:
20-AT-016H
Apr 17, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions:
20-BD-007H
Mar 23, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin describes the general guidelines to disinfect and protect vehicle interior surfaces using certain safe chemical products.
20-SS-001H
Feb 5, 2020
020000 SUSPENSION
This bulletin describes the requirements for all wheel alignment and/or vehicle tracking claims and best practices when diagnosing and conducting alignment-related repairs for all models and model years.
20-BE-001H
Jan 16, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides guidelines to inspect the USB, head unit, and multi-box for common connection conditions. 2. This bulletin presents guidelines to inspect for common Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connection conditions. 3. This bullet
19-BE-011H-1
Nov 4, 2019
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
The Blind Spot Detection (BSD) or Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) is a system that measures the speed of and distance from the following vehicles by using two magnetic wave radar sensors attached in the rear bumper. The BSD/BCW detects v
19-BE-011H-1
Nov 4, 2019
270000 LANE DEPARTURE
The Blind Spot Detection (BSD) or Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) is a system that measures the speed of and distance from the following vehicles by using two magnetic wave radar sensors attached in the rear bumper. The BSD/BCW detects v
19-GI-006H
Oct 14, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin provides instruction detailing the proper methodology for scanning and uploading captured GDS data files to the Techline Repository. Compliance with this bulletin ensures that the GDS data files are correctly transferred and m
5NP-S9D9P-10
Sep 2, 2016
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION ON COMPONENTS, ATTRIBUTES, AND PRECAUTIONS OF THE 7-SPEED DRY-TYPE DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION (DCT).
TSB-11-BR-002
May 1, 2011
046000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
HYUNDAI: ALL SONATA HYBRIDS. BRAKE BLEEDING PROCEDURE. *RM
0636006
Dec 1, 2006
063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION (EGR) SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS. *KB
133
May 1, 2003
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
PRE-CONDITIONS FOR READINESS MONITORS. *TT
0236030
Dec 1, 2002
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
OBD-II READINESS TEST DRIVE CYCLE. *TT
0290009
Jun 1, 2002
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SUBJECT REGARDING DIAGNOSTIC GUIDE FOR CLIFFORD AND DEI SECURITY SYSTEM. *JG
117
Oct 1, 2001
063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
INFORMATION ON EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION. *SLC
9830004
Dec 1, 1998
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
SUBJECT ON EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CODES DIAGNOSIS ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC
9836009
Dec 1, 1998
073200 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
INFORMATION ON FUEL INJECTOR CONFIGURATION. *YC
9806-9836004
Aug 18, 1998
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
SHOP MANUAL ON DOHC SPARK PLUG WIRE ROUTING. *YC
9850002
Aug 18, 1998
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
SPECIFICATION ON REAR BRAKE DISC MINIMUM THICKNESS. *YC
9840003
Jun 1, 1998
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARSH 3-2 DOWNSHIFT. *YC
9880007
Jun 1, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES ON WOOD INTERIOR TRIM. *YC
9880005
Apr 1, 1998
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A WIND NOISE IN THE AREA AROUND THE RIGHT
9890005
Mar 1, 1998
140000 AIR BAGS
SUBJECT ON AIRBAG REPAIR KIT PART NUMBERS. *TT
97110120014
Nov 1, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
PROVIDED PROCEDURES FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A BLOCK HEATER. *YC
97100120012
Oct 1, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SHOP MANUAL CORRECTION ON CYLINDER HEAD BOLT TORQUE SPECIFICATION. *YC
NHTSA Safety Investigations, HYUNDAI SONATA
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE18003
Opened: Mar 16, 2018 , Closed: Aug 30, 2019
Air bags may be disabled during crash
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE18-003 on 3/16/18 to investigate incidents involving crashes, resulting in significant collision related damage, where the frontal airbags failed to deploy. ODI reviewed complaint data, available design, test, and field data on the model year (MY) 2... Read more
PE16018
Opened: Dec 27, 2016 , Closed: Oct 23, 2017
Front Passenger Seat Belt Anchor Failure
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation on December 27, 2016 based on two ODI consumer complaints reporting a failure of the front passenger seat belt to remain connected to the seat belt anchor and pre-tensioner during a crash.On March 8, 2017 Hyundai Motor America (Hyun... Read more
PE16010
Opened: Sep 3, 2016 , Closed: Feb 22, 2017
Electronic Parking Brake
The Office of Defects Investigation opened this investigation on September 3, 2016 based on four reports alleging the rear brakes locked or applied while driving without brake pedal application. One of the reports alleged a fire in the right rear wheel area.The vehicles subject to the investigation ... Read more
PE14023
Opened: Jul 22, 2014 , Closed: Dec 1, 2014
Seat Belt Buckle Electrical Malfunction
On July 22, 2014 the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a preliminary evaluation to further analyze allegations of seat belt pretensioner malfunctions on model year (MY) 2006-2008 Hyundai Sonata vehicles.ODI received 131 unique reports alleging a failure within the seat belt pretensioner s... Read more
PE10035
Opened: Aug 27, 2010 , Closed: Feb 7, 2011
Steering Shaft Separation
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is aware of 7 complaints and field reports and 10 warranty claims on the subject vehicles that allege the intermediate steering shaft became loose or in some cases separated from the upper steering column and/or the steering gearbox, causing (or potentially ... Read more
PE08071
Opened: Dec 15, 2008 , Closed: May 29, 2009
INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE LACERATION HAZARD
THE MANUFACTURER HAS ISSUED A SAFETY RECALL NOTIFICATION AS A RESULT OF THIS INVESTIGATION.THE RECALL AFFECTS 91,202 MY 2002-2003 SUBJECT VEHICLES PRODUCED FROM JANUARY 28, 2002, THROUGH MARCH 22, 2003.THE VEHICLE RECALL POPULATION WAS DEFINED BY THE MANUFACTURER'S USE OF A NEW SUPPLIER FOR THE CHRO... Read more
PE08029
Opened: Apr 22, 2008 , Closed: Aug 21, 2008
FRONT SUB-FRAME CORROSION
THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI) OPENED PRELIMINARY EVALUATION, PE08-029, ON APRIL 22, 2008, BASED ON 40 CONSUMER COMPLAINTS ALLEGING FRONT SUB-FRAME CORROSION IN MODEL YEAR (MY) 1999 THROUGH 2002 HYUNDAI SONATA VEHICLES.COMPLAINTS DESCRIBE SEVERE CORROSION OF THE VEHICLE SUB-FRAME IN THE A... Read more
PE05059
Opened: Nov 7, 2005 , Closed: May 11, 2006
TIRE VALVE STEM FAILURES
THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI) OPENED A PRELIMINARY EVALUATION (PE), PE05-059, BASED ON NINE CONSUMER COMPLAINTS OF TIRE VALVE STEM FAILURES.THE ALLEGED VALVE STEM FAILURES OCCURRED ONLY AFTER TIRE REPLACEMENT FROM THE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT (OE) TIRE (MICHELIN 205/65R15 ENERGY MXV4 PLUS) TO ... Read more
DP03001
Opened: Mar 26, 2003 , Closed: Aug 1, 2003
IMPROPER FRONTAL AIR BAG PERFORMANCE
HYUNDAI HAS RECEIVED 49 REPORTS FROM CUSTOMERS STATING THE FRONTAL AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY IN A CRASH FOR THE SUBJECT VEHICLES.EXAMINATION OF SUPLIMENTAL INFORMATION PROVIDED TO ODI BY THE MANUFACTURER FOR THE REPORTED CASES IT APPEARED THAT THE NECESSARY AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT THRESHOLD WAS NOT MET.THE... Read more
PE93061
Opened: Jul 8, 1993 , Closed: Nov 30, 1993
PASS.RESTRAINT SYSTEM FAIL
There is no summary currently available
HYUNDAI SONATA - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the HYUNDAI SONATA across all model years (1989, 2026).
141
Total Recalls
22,165
Total Complaints
10
Investigations
1,201
Reported Crashes
681
Reported Fires
27
Reported Deaths
HYUNDAI SONATA - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 2 | View |
| 2025 | 0 | 20 | View |
| 2024 | 1 | 71 | View |
| 2023 | 2 | 136 | View |
| 2022 | 3 | 139 | View |
| 2021 | 4 | 170 | View |
| 2020 | 4 | 258 | View |
| 2019 | 0 | 206 | View |
| 2018 | 1 | 544 | View |
| 2017 | 3 | 995 | View |
| 2016 | 6 | 992 | View |
| 2015 | 9 | 1,642 | View |
| 2014 | 7 | 1,077 | View |
| 2013 | 9 | 2,641 | View |
| 2012 | 8 | 2,272 | View |
| 2011 | 14 | 4,609 | View |
| 2010 | 2 | 415 | View |
| 2009 | 2 | 612 | View |
| 2008 | 5 | 554 | View |
| 2007 | 7 | 906 | View |
| 2006 | 11 | 1,422 | View |
| 2005 | 1 | 217 | View |
| 2004 | 1 | 288 | View |
| 2003 | 6 | 249 | View |
| 2002 | 7 | 407 | View |
| 2001 | 3 | 293 | View |
| 2000 | 4 | 378 | View |
| 1999 | 4 | 187 | View |
| 1998 (current) | 1 | 68 | |
| 1997 | 2 | 74 | View |
| 1996 | 1 | 37 | View |
| 1995 | 2 | 93 | View |
| 1994 | 1 | 7 | View |
| 1993 | 1 | 46 | View |
| 1992 | 1 | 43 | View |
| 1991 | 1 | 41 | View |
| 1990 | 3 | 25 | View |
| 1989 | 3 | 18 | View |
| 1987 | 0 | 4 | View |