Table 1 shows three common visibility related problems of the 2002 Hyundai Sonata.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Windshield Wiper/washer problems | |
| Windshield Wiper/washer Motor problems | |
| Wiper problems |
2002 Hyundai Sonata windshield wiper blades have had to be replace frequently since purchase. Windshield wipers go off the side of the windshield making it hard for driver to see. ** answer required*** the wiper failed while the consumer was driving in a bad snowstorm. The left wiper overshot the windshield and hung over the left side of the vehicle. The right wiper continued to work properly. The consumer pulled to the side of the road and manually brought the wiper back onto the windshield. Once she resumed driving the wiper would not function properly. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer who explained that the wiper system was designed that way to prevent motor burn out.
Whenever windshield wipers are in use they fail to work properly. Had taken vehicle to dealer at least 4 times. Mechanic finally replaced wiper motor from new vehicle. This resolved problem.
The contact owns a 2002 Hyundai Sonata. While driving, the sun visor inadvertently fell and blocked the contact's view. The contact stated that the sun visor failed to stay up. The vehicle was taken to blaise alexander Hyundai (1703 w college Ave, state college, PA 16801, (814) 234-2886) could not determine the cause of the failure and advised that the sun visor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist. The approximate failure mileage was 79,000.