| Issue ID | 1352220 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10948053 |
| Manufacurer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Brand | HYUNDAI |
| Model | SONATA |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| File date | 23/07/16 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2013 hyundai sonata. While driving approximately 60 to 65 mph, the engine made a loud noise. The service indicators illuminated on the instrument panel and the engine shut down. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and a new engine was installed; however, the issue recurred multiple times. The contact stated that the engine was replaced three times. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 52,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 52000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | SOUTH PALMS RIVER, NJ |
| VIN pattern | 5NPEC4AC8DHXXXXXX |
| 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 | 60 |
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