2006 Hyundai Sonata Problems and Repair Histories

Year	Make/Model	Trips/Year/100 Cars	Compared to all models for the same year
2006	Hyundai Sonata	62 Sonatas, 8.9 months of data per Sonata, average 83000 miles39	Fewest Trips Most Trips	see reported repairs

Hyundai Sonata in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2011	30000		First odometer entry
Dec	2011	31000	56	Bought car used end of Oct. Driver side visor would not stay up. When pushed toward the roof or toward the glass, it would just fall down unexpectedly. Bought new visor on-line and husband installed it.
Jul	2012	41000	0	Handle broke off of center console top compartment, as a result it no longer latches. I will not replace or repair.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Saskatchewan, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2011	99200		First odometer entry
Dec	2011	103540	0	Made a weird noise when started. Caused by the timing belt. Hyundai should have recalled. Expensive to fix out of warranty, so I didn't.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Michigan, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2010	57000		First odometer entry
Jul	2010	60000	0	car currently in garage for the 6th heater core failure and no cause for problem found. Hyundai not addressing this Lemon problem properly. Car is totally unreliable for trips
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2011	75000		First odometer entry
Jul	2011	76000	466	Harmonic balancer was about to fall off. It was damaged and had to be replaced.
Aug	2011	76000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Arizona, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2011	77000		First odometer entry
Sep	2011	78000	1050	Window switch  Starter Suspension rods

 

Hyundai Sonata in Rhode Island, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2011	27000		First odometer entry
Apr	2011	28000	3000	Timing chain broke & blew the engine; oil changed every 3k ml. Had oil change 5 days before this @ Tarbox Hyundai RI - was told no current problems w/car. Ordered used engine online & had private service station replace it.

 

Hyundai Sonata in British Columbia, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2010	46500		First odometer entry
May	2011	50840	0	The visor on the driver’s side would not stay up. Would have cost $120 to fix. I took this as a sign and traded the car to get back under warranty.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Colorado, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2007	14000		First odometer entry
Feb	2011	45000	600	Oil leak they had to take engine apart to repair it and reassemble but it was repaired
Sep	2011	50000	0	leak in car; pump replaced engine leak
Jan	2012	52000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Kentucky, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2011	75000		First odometer entry
May	2011	76000	365	Had issues with check engine light and car stalled out. Dealer diagnosed throttle body bad and owner paid cost of replacement.
Jun	2011	77000	0	Transmission slipping. Dealer replaced transmission.
Jul	2011	77000	0	Surging remained. New spark plugs end fix.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Georgia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2009	40000		First odometer entry
May	2011	64500	58	Replaced driver's side visor.
Jan	2012	71000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2009	60000		First odometer entry
Dec	2010	78000	10	Air and other crap in brake lines. Required purging the brake lines.
Jun	2012	101000	100	Uneven break pad wear. Pads replaced under warranty from auto parts store.
Sep	2012	105000	109	New battery
Mar	2013	112000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2008	18000		First odometer entry
Feb	2009	23000	56	Both brake lights failed simultaneously. Took it to the dealer because I assumed it was the switch, but it was both bulbs.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2008	33000		First odometer entry
Sep	2009	48000	20	Replaced burned out passenger side low beam halogen bulb.
Jan	2010	51000	30	Replaced low-beam headlamp on driver's side.
Jan	2012	74000	84	High brake lamp replaced - rear seat and package shelf had to be removed by dealer in order to replace. Driver's side headlight required replacement.
Jun	2012	77000	100	Leaking valve cover.
Jul	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2009	43000		First odometer entry
Aug	2009	45000	0	Air bag light on. Drivers side seat belt buckle failure.
Jul	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Connecticut, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2006	0		First odometer entry
Oct	2006	11000	0	Car emitted a groaning sound when starting up from first gear. The sound was intermittent and occurred only for a few seconds before the car shifted to second gear. There was a TSB issued, but the technician at the dealer said he could hear no sound.
May	2008	34000	0	I don't know the exact name of the part that failed, but it was some sort of acceleration pedal "link" that was faulty from the factory (or so the tech said). It caused the car to have 1/4 of its usual power and could not be driven faster than 30 mph.
Aug	2008	39000	0	The motors for both outside power mirrors needed to be replaced after I noticed that neither of them worked properly. The dashboard cracked in two places along the outline of the passenger airbag. This appeared to happen spontaneously; I had never placed anything on it nor applied heavy pressure when cleaning the dashboard.
Dec	2008	46000	0	Check engine light came on & stayed on. Brought car to dealership. The service department could find no reason for light to come on & reset system.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2006	0		First odometer entry
Oct	2010	83000	0	felt like rougher than normal shifting; could not replicate. Problem subsided and is no longer noticeable. Road test only... no charge.
Jul	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2009	35340		First odometer entry
Dec	2010	48360	0	airbag light - sensor relaced
Mar	2013	55800		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Maryland, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2006	0		First odometer entry
Nov	2010	42000	0	door locks worked intermittently
Jan	2011	45000	0	KEY FOB REPLACEMENT
Feb	2011	45300	0	Received new fob.
Jan	2013	64000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Georgia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2010	180000		First odometer entry
Dec	2010	181000	98	This is the seventh time since April 2010. My Sonata still exhibits the same identical problem with the engine intermittently shutting off without warning. The dealer just reset the ECU.
Jan	2011	182000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2011	103000		First odometer entry
Dec	2011	112000	0	new tensioner pulley thermostat housing replaced. seems after 100,000 miles car is falling apart under normal driving situation.

 

Hyundai Sonata in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2008		0	Time chain tensioners
Oct	2008		0	ABS ESC lights passenger seat
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Alberta, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2006		0	The flexplate is apparently two parts, and one piece had come loose, creating a rumbling, growly noise. I was told that this is not something which could damage the car, but it does need to be repaired ASAP. The car went in and was repaired within 2 bus

 

Hyundai Sonata in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2006		0	Washer pump had to be replaced, under warranty, no cost.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Wisconsin, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2009	73000		First odometer entry
Oct	2009	74700	0	I am original owner. So far this car has had only one repair: the drivers seat began to settle from use. The seat was replaced N/C. Only wear items replaced by myself were front brake shoes and rotors and of course new tires at 50K. My 20th and best auto.
May	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2010		15	All three tail light bulbs burned out. Dealer replaced brake light switch for free. I replaced the bulbs and purchased them at autozone, dealer wanted 170$ to replace bulbs.

 

Hyundai Sonata in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2008		0	Hyundai new V6 engine for 2006 had a defect with the timing chain tensor. A service bulletin was issued to resolve the issue under warranty. Dealer opened chain cover section of the engine and installed a newly designed component.
Feb	2009		0	Although I noticed the sensor was having issues detecting a passenger, I didn't received any explanation when regular serviced was done. Hyundai sent me a recall letter and the dealer then removed the seat and send it to a facility for rep.
Apr	2009		0	Although there was a service bulletin for noisy cars, I had to ask mechanics to check that wine noise on the engine, I bought the car with that detail but didn't bother me until I realized it was not normal. they replaced steering pump
Jun	2009		0	Brake switch failed and my brake lights didn't work, my wife was told on the streets. NHTSA was investigating this and forced Hyundai to recall it, when I went to the dealer they told me recall was issued few days before. Switch was replaced
Sep	2009		0	Apparently all the Sonatas got issues with the plastci rod that connects the sunvisor to the roof. the plastic cracks and sunvisor doesn't hold in up position. There was a service bulletin on it, dealer replaced them at different times.
Jan	2013	88000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Maryland, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2011	64000		First odometer entry
May	2011	65500	50	Took car into dealer to check engine noise and see if it is the timing chain tensioner.Also had an oil change Had rolling locks turned on so that when the car reaches 10mph the door locks lock automatically.
Jun	2011	67000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in North Carolina, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2006		0	6-Disc CD Changer replaced.
Apr	2007	8300	0	Windshield Wiper Motor (for fluid) replaced
Jan	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Alberta, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2011	30380		First odometer entry
Dec	2012	37200	775	car would not start and flooded itself
Feb	2013	38000	550	Starter had to be replaced
Mar	2013	38440		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Alberta, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2011	60760		First odometer entry
Nov	2011	62900	0	It was the typical broken drivers windshield visor.
Apr	2012	67580		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2012	92000		First odometer entry
Feb	2012	92000	400	Brakes rotors and pads replaced due to normal wear.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Massachusetts, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2012	98000		First odometer entry
Feb	2012	98000	0	noticed growling/rattling/grinding sound coming from engine compartment. got louder over a few weeks. took to the repair shop. they say transaxle will have to be removed and will cost at least $1000
Mar	2012	98000	1176	noise from engine compartment got louder. after weeks of driving check engine light came on. flexplate rivets had loosened. dropped transmission to replace flexplate. there is a service bulletin on this. air conditioner light comes on but does not blow cold air. local mechanic says it could be several things but Hyundai does not share complete AC schematics so he is not sure of voltage readings at specific components.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2009	22320		First odometer entry
Mar	2012	34720	64500	higher reving,idles rough,sputters. code retrieval,$89.99,fuel supply system $87.00,throttle $302.90,Parts $324.42,labour $246.59,taxes $74.23.Total $645.24
Mar	2013	39680		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2007	7000		First odometer entry
Apr	2012	46000	35	Both valve cover gaskets replaced gas cap replacement
Mar	2013	57000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2011	52000		First odometer entry
Aug	2012	61300	10	Brake switch failure causing ABS led failure and brake lights not to come on when activated.
Sep	2012	62000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2007	23000		First odometer entry
Mar	2012	87000	300	Replaced bad fuel pump

 

Hyundai Sonata in Alberta, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2009	14260		First odometer entry
Aug	2009	25420	0	seal broken on steering rack - was dripping fluid.
Sep	2010	44020	210	windshield washer pump stopped working - replaced. trunk wouldn't latch and stay closed. Trunk latch mechanism replaced.
Apr	2013	84320		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2010	50840		First odometer entry
Oct	2010	51460	540	Heard grinding when braking - brought it into dealership. Front brakes replaced. Rear brakes repaired.
Oct	2011	58280		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Connecticut, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2005	0		First odometer entry
Apr	2007	18500	0	Replaced rear struts due to clunking on large bumps. Still does it, but not as bad
Jan	2008		0	Windshield washer motor died--quick replace due to dealer familiarity and in stock
Apr	2009			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2006	0		First odometer entry
Jan	2008	15000	0	Trouble code indicated bad oxygen sensor. Tech found it okay. Needed factory computer connection to fix problem.
May	2008	17000	0	Driver's sun visor no longer snapped back into up position. New visor was installed.
Dec	2008	21000	0	Rear fold down seatback lock jammed. Seat would not release and fold down.
Jul	2009	25000	0	Driver side sun visor loose. Would not stay in up position. Entire unit replaced.
Nov	2010	36000	0	Left rear automatic door lock did not operate properly either by using the remote switch or onboard door switch. Repairs were made and unit is working properly.
Jan	2011	37000	0	Driver's outside power mirror was not working. Dealer installed new switch to correct problem.
Mar	2013	49000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2007	7000		First odometer entry
Mar	2008	8000	0	timing chain tensioner replaced as per TSB
Feb	2010	13700	0	replace rear coil springs as per TSB # 10-SS-001
Dec	2010	16000	0	Rear drivers side door lock actuator inoperable. Door removed and door lock actuator repaired/replaced.
Mar	2013	22000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Utah, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2007	14000		First odometer entry
Apr	2007	17000	0	Timing Chain was making noise when engine started Mechanic knew what the problem was when described.
Dec	2007	23000	0	there was a problem with the car trying to get up a hill if it snowed. the first time the ECS system was on and the front wheels would "lock" up and the car would come to a complete stop and when told by the service department to turn off the ECS switch
Jan	2008			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2006	16000		First odometer entry
Apr	2007	21000	0	Windshield washer pump broke. Traded car for a 2006 Azera instead of fixing it. (email 050607)
May	2007			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in South Carolina, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2005	0		First odometer entry
May	2007	24000	0	Engine not as smooth as when new. Right rear brake sometimes has a ticking noise and grabs sometimes under high humidity Extended headrest rattles when going over bumps Engine harder to start than when new. There is a periodic ticking sound coming from the dash area that appears to be related to engine speed. Driver's visor vibrates when going over bumps
Sep	2010	76000	0	Replaced right sun visor. The plastic at the right edge broke, causing the visor to flop down (would not stay up). Simple repair, less than a hour, and a cheap part on ebay.
Jan	2012	94300	50	Passenger sun visor will not stay up.
Mar	2013	108000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Georgia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2007	10000		First odometer entry
May	2007	10000	0	Timing belt problem
Mar	2009	28000	0	Passenger door would not unlock.
Sep	2009	32000	0	Broken horn Driver door weather-stripping torn.
Sep	2011	48000	140	front brakes
Apr	2012	52000	410	Driver door lock actuator
Feb	2013	56700	310	Could not turn off heater.
Mar	2013	57000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Washington, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2006	10000		First odometer entry
Jan	2007	11300	0	replaced windshield washer pump
Sep	2007	24000	0	check engine light indicated a problem with the accelerator position sensor
Mar	2013	98000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Georgia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2006	0		First odometer entry
Jun	2007	10000	0	Engine made "tapping lifter" noise on cold starts. Dealer changed timing tensioner per TSB, but it didn't help much. Car also had exhaust leaks (may or may not be fixed). The rear bumper is being damaged by normal use of the trunk. Bumper replacement.
Aug	2008	25000	0	Motor mount had popped loose. Made a clunking noise on acceleration. Dealer checked it and tightened the mount. Issue has not come back.
Jun	2009	36000	0	Brake pedal switch failed, started throwing ESC and ABS warning lights. This is a NHTSA recall item for a known issue. The switch was replaced at no charge while I was having the oil changed. The problem has been fixed. No concerns.
Sep	2012	76000	300	Tranny was making a whining noise in 4th gear and shifting early into 4th going up hills, resulting in loss of power. Dealer found nothing wrong. Symptoms remain unchanged. No faith in dealer any more.
Feb	2013	81000	400	Front bushings were all eroded, rubber rotted about 75K. Strut bushings also rubber also rotting; not replaced yet. Dealer refused warranty repair. grrr Independent shop says they are seeing this repair a lot on 2006 Sonatas right now.
Mar	2013	82000	625	Car suddenly failed to start. Just clicked. Battery was good. Fuel good. Fuses and relays good. Towed to dealer and diag was bad starter. No warning signs, it just died. No warranty coverage for this repair. $600 with tow. Headlight bulb failed almost exactly one year after it was installed. H7 bulbs not lasting long in this car.

 

Hyundai Sonata in North Carolina, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2007	26000		First odometer entry
Sep	2007	31000	0	clicking sound noted when braking and going over bumps when passengers in rear. struts damaged. parts ordered and to be replaced under warranty. a/c will go extended periods (in excess of 15 minutes) blowing hot air. also smells musty. shop says operating within normal parameters. blew over 85 degrees most of way home.
Oct	2007	32000	0	shop replaced struts/shocks but intermittent clicking noise in suspension was still present. have not re-reported problem at this time.
Aug	2010	88000	1621	airbag passenger seat mat defective & unrepairable resulting in no functional air bags for car; have to replace seat
Dec	2010	90000	1500	After having passenger seat replaced approx 4000 miles ago for defective seat sensor which disabled air bag system, replacement seat had same defect and has to be replaced. $1550 for a seat. 100s of complaints reported for this to NHTSA.
Jan	2011	91000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2006	0		First odometer entry
Oct	2007	22320	0	Driver's power seat not functioning properly... switch replaced under warranty New switch installed.
Jan	2010	55000	630	Required new brake pads and rotors - front only
Sep	2012	94240		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2007	18000		First odometer entry
Nov	2007	24000	0	Windshield washer stopped working. Dealer replaced pump motor under warranty.
Nov	2008	36000	0	auto-dimming mirror was not functioning
Jun	2009			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2007	14000		First odometer entry
Aug	2008	16000	0	Strange noise after starter engaged..dealer said they were aware of this problem.
Aug	2009	29000	0	Both driver and passenger sunvisors broke... would not stay up. Both were replaced under warranty.
Dec	2010	42000	0	headlights would not turn off and alarm would randomly activate. Dealer found shorted fuse box and replaced faulty fuse box.
Jun	2011	48000	0	Faulty upper radiator hose... previous dealership service department did not correct the problem.. new dealership did.
Apr	2012	57000	0	Seat belt warning lite came on. Dealer removed passenger seat and sent it out to be reprogrammed.
Jun	2012	59000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2008	39680		First odometer entry
Jun	2008	42160	0	Experienced a noise while braking and turning at the same time. Front brake pads were faulty (not worn out) and were replaced under warranty.
Nov	2008	49600	0	Weatherstripping at bottom of drivers door torn.
Dec	2008	50220	0	Torn drivers door weatherstripping which was previously inspected and a new part ordered was replaced.
Dec	2012	99200	442	Oil leak, valve cover gaskets replaced.
Mar	2013	101680		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Indiana, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2008	17000		First odometer entry
Mar	2009	19000	0	Drivers window assembly/tracks needed cleaned and/or lubed due to SLOW window speed. Door panel was NOT removed to resolve this minor problem.
Jul	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Minnesota, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2005	0		First odometer entry
Dec	2006	13000	0	Rear shocks were replaced because of manufacturer defect. Shocks were noisy (made thumping noise).
Nov	2008	41000	0	Electronic stability control sensor replaced.
Apr	2009	48000	0	electric door lock actuator replaced
Mar	2013	101000	1100	Replaced right front upper and lower control arms, 4 shocks and shock mounts, and the brake pedal ESC/ABS switch.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Massachusetts, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2006	6000		First odometer entry
Dec	2006	17000	0	Airbag light on -> broken clock spring in the steering wheel clock spring fixed
Sep	2007	33000	350	Front brake pads AND rotors need to be replaced. Fixed relatively heavy vibration under heavy braking. Unacceptable that also rotors wear out at 33000 miles. That's why one has soft pads...
Jun	2008	52000	0	Engine belt tensioner pulley replaced
Aug	2008	59000	400	Rear brakes and pads worn out at ~58k miles. Clearly Hyundai Sonata rotors are of low quality. Rear rotors last ~60k. Front rotors replaced at ~30k, and now going again at ~60k.
Sep	2008	59000	450	Front brake pads and rotors worn out.
Jan	2009	63000	0	Gasoline engine sounds like diesel, making a clacking sound, when started cold. Lasts for 15 minutes, and is not simple cold start issue. This has been around for the last 4000 miles. My guess is some valve issue, perhaps no proper lubrication.
Apr	2009	64000	900	Electronic throttle assembly and related electronics
Apr	2010	73000	0	screeching sound from the engine compartment, owner's guess probably the alternator or water pump screeching sound from left front, owner suspects wheel bearing...
Aug	2010	77000	475	Harmonic balancer replaced. Earlier complained to the Service as 'loose belt', but 'could not reproduce'.
Apr	2011	93000	200	Suspension damage?, steering pulling left at 70MPH. Dealer can not pinpoint the broken part in the suspension, nor can they adjust anything. Randomly changing bits would become too expensive, so no repairs...
Nov	2011	104000	1300	Power steering rack cylinder leaking. Replaced the whole rack w/ a new one.
Dec	2011	105000	150	leaking valve cover replaced
Apr	2012	109000	0	Looseness in the steering since November 2011 replacement of the whole steering rack. Diagnosis: the new steering rack is faulty, dealership replaced the steering rack under 12 mo OME warranty.
Jun	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Maryland, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2007	12000		First odometer entry
Apr	2009	22000	0	power window switch had bad connection
Jul	2011	52000	325	Rear caliper sticking to slide causing dragging, rapid uneven pad wear, car to pull to the side. Read on sonatabrakedefect.com this is a common model specific issue.
Nov	2011	57000	0	Power mirror switch functioning intermittently. Was replaced under warranty once after showing identical symptoms. Warranty is over and not going to waste money fixing it again.
Apr	2013	69000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in South Carolina, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2006	11000		First odometer entry
Nov	2006	21000	0	Door striker needed adjusting. Door sometimes would not close without adjusting lock mechanism.
May	2007	35000	0	Very small paint chips on hood, fender numerous scratches under drivers door handle. Reported because paint warranty was about to expire. Dealer denied warranty coverage, claiming road hazards (rocks from road, gravel trucks etc) hot covered. Showed ho
Jul	2007	40000	0	Motorist stopped me--No brake lights AT ALL. Switch problem suspected as all three lights did not work. HOwever all three bulbs were indeed burned only 18 months after I bought a new car. Dealer replaced left and right ones at no charge. However I did
Nov	2007	51000	480	Brakes were making a grinding type noise when braking firmly. Brake pads (particularly rt. one) was worn to thickness of anickel. Brake pad chirper had broken off. New pads, rotors trued and turned. Transmission flushed.
Oct	2008	81000	500	Throttle assembly had bad sensors and had to be replaced. There were two other problems:Brake light switch and air bag sensor. The air bag problem was covered by warranty Brake light switch problem. ESC and ABS lights kept coming on. Front brake pads and rotors were almost in need of repair again, so I had it done on this trip. Only got 30,000 miles out of this set
Jan	2010	109000	600	Left front valve gasket cover brittle and leaking oil into alternator. Discovered when brought in to have spark plugs replaced at 107,000 miles (spark plug removal requires removing the intake manifold)
Jul	2010	118000	0	Car died today without warning while driving . Thought it was alternator, but wasn't that. Crankshaft won't even manually turn. Plenty of oil, battery good. Won't repair or replace engine due to high mileage and cost.Will junk car.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Massachusetts, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2008	27000		First odometer entry
Feb	2009	33000	0	Side-mirror control switch needs replacement. Engine sometimes loses power under full-throttle acceleration. Check Engine, ABS and ESC lamps lit. ABS and ESP lamps go off after restart, and engine power is restored. Check Engine lamp goes off after multiple restarts. Dealer claims OBD has no codes.
Mar	2009	33800	0	Replaced side-mirror control switch, under warranty (no charge).
Jun	2009	36000	200	Brakes making grinding and clunking noises, due to corrosion present in the brake pad backing plates, causing the pads to adhere to the calipers. Dealer cleaned and lubed all calipers/pads. Occasionally the ESC and ABS lamps would light. Dealer adjusted brake switch.
Oct	2009	39000	122	Dealer had been unable to solve constant brake noise. Local mechanic chipped peripheral rust buildup from all rotors.
Oct	2010	45300	146	Rear high brake light socket was replaced, along with bulb. Replaced cigar lighter element.
Jul	2011	48300	0	Replaced harmonic balancer.
Jan	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2009	33000		First odometer entry
Mar	2009	34000	0	ABS/ECS Lights On. Driver seat hard to lock into rail when adjusting.  Washer reservoir pump failed. Replaced both sunvisors per campaign T64.
Dec	2011	63000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2006	3000		First odometer entry
Jan	2007	4300	0	Rear struts replaced in March one day in shop no cost.
Mar	2007	7000	0	Replaced rear struts
Jul	2008	22000	0	ABS and ESC light would come on.
Aug	2008	23000	0	Driver front door and rear passenger door would not lock.
Jan	2009	27000	0	Check engine light was comming on also car was bucking and shaking at idle. Two sensors were replaced car seems OK now.
Apr	2009	31000	0	Passenger side window regulator replaced.
Dec	2009	37000	0	Check engine light on, car runs rough. Dealer cleared code said if it came back they would have to change the coil packs.
Jan	2010	38000	0	CEL light constantly going on and off also runs very rough.
Feb	2010	39000	0	Same CEL light. District Hyundai Rep. drove car said he drove 50 miles, no CEL light came on. All in all, wasted my time and gas. Problem still not fixed. Guess they didn't learn anything from the Toyota fiasco.
Mar	2010	40000	0	Cel light on bad coil pack, replaced. Plugs fouled as a result of misfire dealer refuses to do anything about them. Warranty is useless.
Apr	2010	40000	0	bad idler pulley
Dec	2012	65000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2007	14000		First odometer entry
Sep	2008	25000	0	Passenger air bag light stays on when passenger is in seat.
Apr	2009	29000	0	windshield washer pump failure.
May	2009	29000	0	right rear power door lock not working
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2008	22000		First odometer entry
Oct	2008	23000	2	Needed a new rear driver side brake light
Nov	2008	24000	0	Windshield Fluid Pump died. Dealer replaced under factory warranty.
Sep	2009	34000	0	Drivers side visor was droopy and had to be replaced
Mar	2013	77000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Quebec, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2008	37200		First odometer entry
Jan	2009	39060	0	Throttle Position Failed and vehicle could not be driven. Air Bag light was on. Issue was a short within the seat belts buckle.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2008	50000		First odometer entry
Jan	2010	66000	197	Replaced brake pads and rotors. Normal wear and tear
Mar	2011	67000	1500	Changed clutch since it was manual tranny. Replaced entire clutch.
Jul	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2007	37000		First odometer entry
Sep	2012	113000	530	both oxygen sensors became faulty and had to be replaced

 

Hyundai Sonata in Louisiana, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2006		0	Struts and shocks, brakes on rear, rocker arm front right. Had brake switch replaced twice, brake lights went out again. Dealer now saying it is connectors? First time paid for switch, second time covered under recall. Connectors not covered.
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2009	62000		First odometer entry
Jul	2012	124580	75	Replaced dead horn
Mar	2013	131440		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Wisconsin, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2011	205000		First odometer entry
Dec	2012	243000	250	Suspension was squeaking excessively. Replaced upper control arm bushings and the squeak went away.
Mar	2013	250000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Utah, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2012	229000		First odometer entry
Nov	2012	229000	0	Threw a rod. Totalled the car. I gave it to the junk yard.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2007		0	Catastrophic engine failure, subsequent three additional engine repair related repairs.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Maryland, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2012	101000		First odometer entry
Nov	2012	103700	900	Car drove straight, but felt like it was "floating" on the road--either the wheel angles were wrong, or the shocks/struts were going bad
Mar	2013	108000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2007		0	Whining noise coming from the engine turned out to be a faulty power steering pump. Once replaced all is quiet again.
Jan	2012	39000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Alabama, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2007		0	Gas gauge read inaccurate readings, Gas tank fuel sensor module replaced.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Wisconsin, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2010	72000		First odometer entry
Feb	2012	114000	164	When trying to start the car it would turn over but not start. After 7-8 attempts I was able to get it going and the engine light turned on. Deposits of carbon and sludge from the PCV system get into the throttle body. Cleaned throttle body.
Mar	2013	132000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2005	2000		First odometer entry
Sep	2008	36000	20	Replaced a bulb in my left rear brake light.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Tennessee, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2007	11000		First odometer entry
Jul	2008	21000	0	AC worked intermittently. Dealer replaced a shorted thermocon. All covered under warranty.
Oct	2010	51000	0	Drivers sun visor would not stay in position. Dealer replaced it and now it works normally. Cruise control would not start consistently. Dealer updated/fixed under warranty. Airbag light stays on due to a broken seat belt sensor. Dealer has ordered necessary part. Waiting to take it in for final fix.
Mar	2013	78000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2006	0		First odometer entry
Apr	2008	61000	0	Air bag sensor to detect if there is a rider in front passenger seat had wiring problem.
Aug	2008	68000	0	Air bag sensor in passenger seat had to be replaced. Wiring repair did not hold. Lower portion of passenger seat replaced.
Jan	2013			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2010	49000		First odometer entry
Aug	2010	53000	0	replaced oil control valve, check engine light on, code P0011
Dec	2011	70000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2010	73000		First odometer entry
Jun	2010	75000	270	Power window slow. Lubed but did not open up door to look at mechanism.
Mar	2012	97000	1200	Pads and rotors replaced all around, as well as new tires.
May	2012	99000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2009	50840		First odometer entry
Jul	2009	54560	0	Clicking noise from front with braking and turning at the same time. Was told there is TSB: installed spacers on axles. Cost nothing: warranty repair.
Oct	2009	59520	0	Airbag lite came on. Something in buckle/tensioner was replaced
Feb	2010	65100	0	Check engine light came on and disappeared several times, then constantly on. Detected code P2187 myself. Run the car as is and have to find reason. (looked it up - too lean)
Jul	2011	91300	105	Windows regulator changed due to broken cord. Paid 105 $ for part, installed myself.
Oct	2011	94840	0	New engine code P0455. Not repaired yet for the lack of time.
Mar	2013	106640		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in North Carolina, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2008	34000		First odometer entry
Oct	2009	54000	0	Driver's sun visor would no longer hold a position, but swing down into driver's vision. It had lost its friction hold.
Mar	2010	60000	120	Sticking exterior door handle was lubed.
Jun	2010	62000	360	"Air Bag" idiot light was on. The front passenger seat belt (don't remember which end) had to be replaced. Extended warranty did not cover seat belt replacement.
Nov	2011	83000	454	Front strut was replaced, but it took two or three trips to the shop for them to diagnose properly. First, they replaced the strut mount. The unusual noise remained. They might have done a second step before finally replacing the strut.
Dec	2012	99000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2011	57000		First odometer entry
Jun	2012	62000	41	Loose right side sun visor
Dec	2012	72000	0	Oil pan leak, drain plug also replacement of oil pan and gasket.. upon removal found timing cover leak also replaced under 100,000 miles engine warranty.
Mar	2013	76000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Kansas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2006		0	The fuel gauge indicator occasionally wouldn't show a full tank of gas after fill up. The dealer removed and replaced the sending unit in the tank and it has worked fine since.
Nov	2007	28000	0	A surge had developed while driving at approx 55mph with the cruise control on. The dealer couldn't duplicate it - so no fix (yeah - I wasn't happy).

 

Hyundai Sonata in Wisconsin, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2011	88000		First odometer entry
Feb	2012	91700	215	Cooling system flush and both radiator hoses replaced. Preventive.
Mar	2013	100000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Nova Scotia, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2009	61380		First odometer entry
Jul	2009	62000	0	Engine had a hitch, service engine light came on just before arranged service. Engine continued to hitch and the service engine light came on again!!!
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Minnesota, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2012	95000		First odometer entry
Mar	2012	96000	100	intermittent squeak
Jun	2012	100000	100	replaced rear brake pads
Mar	2013	104000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2011	67000		First odometer entry
Mar	2012	69000	0	paint on door pillar was peeling. repainted under warranty
Aug	2012	79300	150	I replaced both front disc rotors and brake pads. I replaced rear brake pads. Rotors were in good shape. Air bag light on dash will not turn off due to bad sensor in front passenger seat. Refused to pay $1500.00 to repair. Will live with it.
Sep	2012	80000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2008			First odometer entry
Feb	2008		0	Driver's side sun visor replaced, under warranty. Visor did not go back up all the way.
Mar	2008	42000	0	Engine shut off after coming to a complete stop. Radio went out for 1-2 seconds, CEL came on. Restarted engine, CEL went off, has not reproduced.
Jun	2008	45000	0	Driver's side front door handle sometimes get stuck in open position.
Jan	2009	54000	0	Broken cupholder. Also airbag warning light--wait until return trip to fix.
Feb	2009	56000	0	Replaced console cup holder.  Reprogrammed front passenger seat airbag.
Sep	2010	76000	300	Timing belt issue, except it was not due for a replacement.
Jan	2013	92300	0	Airbag light stayed on, due to malfunction in the passenger seat detection. It's a recall case.
Mar	2013	93000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2006		0	oil change, driver door sticks, will not close.
May	2006		0	oil change, replace rr taillight
Jul	2006		0	oil change, replace rear third taillight
Sep	2007	34000	0	oil change, replace front fog light
Feb	2008	40000	275	oil change, front brakes
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Missouri, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2012	101000		First odometer entry
Feb	2012	103500	0	Driver side sunvisor replacement
Mar	2013	122000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2007	38000		First odometer entry
Dec	2007	40000	0	bad door lock actuator causing alarm to not arm or disarm
Jun	2008	48000	0	Headlights burned out.
Dec	2008	58000	40	Headlight burned out again...left side. RIGHT side burned out again.
Oct	2009			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2005	1240		First odometer entry
Dec	2006	20460	0	Low coolant level in expansion tank. 2nd time this has happened.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2008	24000		First odometer entry
Nov	2008	25000	0	Driver side sun visor would not keep position. Dealer replaced the visor.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.