Power Train Problems of Hyundai Equus

Hyundai Equus owners have reported 5 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's power train (3 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's driveshaft (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Hyundai Equus


Recently reported Power Train problems of Hyundai Equus

The Power Train problem

The problem is with the accelerator pedal. It malfunctions, and is also known as a 'dead pedal' at different times without warning and could cause an accident if it happens at the wrong time, like making a turn and the car will not accelerate, or move, just getting the car to move .   Read details...

The Driveshaft problem

Test drive before purchasing was stopped after a 1/4 of mile because of heavy front end shaking. Dealership changed tires saying that would fix the problem. Since then it has also fixed front end alignment twice, changed the driveshaft and two rear axles. Vehicle still shakes.   Read details...

The Transmission Not Go Into Gear problem

The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Equus. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle jolted continuously and shifted independently into another gear. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 41,000.   Read details...




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