Two problems related to suspension noise have been reported for the 2001 Hyundai Sonata. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Hyundai Sonata based on all problems reported for the 2001 Sonata.
The contact owns a 2001 Hyundai Sonata. While making a right turn, there was an abnormal noise coming from the front passenger side tire. It was discovered that the control arm had fractured from the frame, which was crumbling due to rust and corrosion. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing and then towed to the contact's residence and to the dealer (Hyundai of chantilly, 14848 stonecroft center CT, chantilly, va 20151, (703) 480-9000). The contact was not sure if the vehicle was included or excluded from NHTSA campaign number: 09v124000 (suspension). The manufacturer was to provide a follow-up response to determine their solution for the dealer's repair. The vehicle was unable to be driven due to the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 133,000.
The contact owns a 2001 Hyundai Sonata. The contact heard an abnormal noise near the rear of the vehicle. The dealer stated that the subframe had excessive corrosion and needed to be replaced at the cost of $800. Her state was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 09v124000 (suspension). The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 141,000. Updated 05/04/09 updated 05/04/09.