| Issue ID | 1515256 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11152620 |
| Manufacurer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Brand | HYUNDAI |
| Model | SONATA HYBRID |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| File date | 01/07/17 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2013 hyundai sonata hybrid. While driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle decelerated, stalled, and shut off. In addition, the check engine indicator illuminated and "charging system is not charging" was displayed. The contact called the local dealer (burns hyundai, 550 w route 70, marlton, nj 08053, (856) 983-3700) where a service appointment was scheduled. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle was unsafe and the failure could lead to a crash or fatality. The failure mileage was 118,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 118000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | EVESHAM TOWNSHIP, NJ |
| VIN pattern | KMHEC4A45DAXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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