| Issue ID | 1292852 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10876180 |
| Manufacurer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Brand | HYUNDAI |
| Model | SONATA |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| File date | 18/06/16 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Engine makes a very loud noise and cannot be used. This car was very well maintained and just out of warranty. Loud noise in cylinder and crank shaft. Hyundai says engine needs to be replaced. This can happen to anyone who would be left stranded or in a bad situation. Hyundai does acknowledge a problem, but so far no recall. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 116000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | MATTHEWS, NC |
| VIN pattern | 5NPET46C37HXXXXXX |
| 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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| Vehicle speed | 45 |
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