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2013 Hyundai SONATA Engine Problems, Complaints and Defects

Issue ID	1710200
Internal NHTSA #	11382855
Manufacurer	Hyundai Motor America
Brand	HYUNDAI
Model	SONATA
Model Year	2013
File date	05/05/17
Component	ENGINE
Product type code	VEHICLE
Description of the problem	Rod bearings got thrown and engine seized @ just over the 100,000 warranty. I noticed around 80,000 that i was constantly having to add oil. Service rep. Said normal for every 700-1000 miles. Dealer & manufacturer said that repair (replace engine) is not covered. I had to barrow 10,000 to have the engine replaced. Since the replacement the repaired engine began doing the same thing. My mechanic began checking the plugs every time i took the car in for a oil change (every 5,000 to 7,000 miles) and found that oil is causing the plugs to foul out and so i have to replace those every 10,000 miles to avoid constant miss-firing and possible fire. The buareu of automotive repair has met with the dealership on the original engine failure and on the current problem (which is a repeat). The first meeting the dealer told the rep. If i could come up with the 1 oil change receipt i was missing, they would then pay for the repair. They already knew i was unsuccessful in finding that. When the rep meet with the dealer for the current problem, they stated that i have never been to them stating a problem. I have been taking my car to a mechanic (truecar care in cameron park, ca). My trust in the dealership to do the right thing was lost a long time ago. I'm disabled and live on ssi. I can't afford another engine replacement, or the cost of purchasing another car. I'm begging you to please help me get justice with hyundai. My stress level can't take much more. My supplemental income over the last 3 years has been lost due to this problem. (i drove for lyft & uber) vehicle is always in motion, street or highway. Please feel free to contact me @ [xxx]. My sister was present with me when i spoke to the svc. Mgr. For the engine replacement when he told me i was getting a new engine and would not encounter the same problem. Date of first failure is apprx. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).
Vehicle Mileage at Failure	118000
Number of Occurences	1
Source of the issue	NHTSA WEB SITE
City and State	EL DORADO HILLS, CA
VIN pattern	KMHEC4A40DAXXXXXX
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
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Date of purchase	07/08/26
Was original owner?	N
Anti-lock brakes	N
Cruise control	N
Number of cylinders	4
Drive train type	FWD
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Vehicle speed	30
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What is Recall?
A recall is when a product is removed from the market or a correction is made to the product because it is either defective or potentially harmful.
What is Failure?
Failure is the state or condition of not meeting a desirable or intended objective, and may be viewed as the opposite of success. Product failure ranges from failure to sell the product to fracture of the product, in the worst cases leading to personal injury, the province of forensic engineering.
What is Defect?
Non-conformance of a car component with the specified requirements, or non-fulfillment of user expectations, including the safety aspects.

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2013 Hyundai SONATA Engine Problems, Complaints and Defects, Recalls and Failures

2013 Hyundai SONATA Engine Problems, Complaints and Defects

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