Suspension Noise problems of the 1999 Hyundai Sonata

The contact owns a 1999 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, he heard noises and noticed that the tire was misaligned causing the steering wheel pulling abnormally. The vehicle was taken to the mechanic and after inspection, they found that the front sub-frame was rusted and corroded. There were also holes next to the bolts that held the sub frame in place. The dealer was notified who advised the contac that there was a recall for the failure but his VIN was not included (NHTSA campaign id number: 09v124000: suspension). The manufacturer was notified who confirmed that the contact's VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 157,000.

The contact owns 1999 hyundia Sonata. The contact was driving approximately 35 mph, and when the brake pedal was engaged there was a loud popping noise outside of the vehicle. The steering wheel would require excessive force to avoid turning in a 360 degree which allowed the vehicle to drive straight on the road. When the contact reached her destination, she noticed that the front passenger tire was positioned slightly inward. The vehicle was driven with caution to an independent auto sales center, and then towed to the dealer. The technician informed her that the front sub-frame and connecting parts were significantly corroded. There was a recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 09v124000 (suspension). The dealer stated that the replacement of the sub-frame cross member would be under the recall and that the additional repair cost of $10,000 was the financial responsibility of the owner. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 95,000.

The contact owns a 1999 Hyundai Sonata. While driving approximately 20 mph the contact heard a noise, the vehicle stopped moving and the engine stayed on. She also noticed fluid leaking from the transmission. The half shaft on the front passenger side broke. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic who advised him that the under carriage was severely covered with rust. The contact called the manufacturer and was advised that his vehicle was not part of recall 09v124000, suspension because he does not live in any of the states that were listed in the recall. The contact stated that he lives in kansas which borders missouri. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 158,000.

The contact owns a 1999 Hyundai Sonata GLS. While driving between 5-10 mph, the contact heard a clunking noise and the vehicle suddenly stopped. She could not remember if she was accelerating or braking at the time. The engine was still running. Prior to the failure, the vehicle was pulling to the right as if an alignment was needed. The vehicle was towed. The repair shop stated that the frame under the vehicle rotted and caused the axle to slip. The shop repaired the passenger side front frame rail, reassembled the suspension, and reinstalled the axle. The failure mileage was 73,800 and current mileage was 73,900. Updated 01/29/08 updated 01/29/08.