Four problems related to structure have been reported for the 2002 Hyundai Sonata. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Hyundai Sonata based on all problems reported for the 2002 Sonata.
The contact owns a 2002 Hyundai Sonata. While driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle would veer in either direction independently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times, but the failure could not be duplicated. The contact stated that the failure recurred and the vehicle droive into a ditch. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was discovered that the subframe was corroded and the bolts separated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 180,000.
My car made a loud thud while I was driving and then I heard my tire rubbing the wheel well. I had a very hard time steering and called my local garage. I looked on the internet and saw the specs on the recall and called my complaint into Hyundai. I then had my vehicle towed to the nearest dealer where it sits awaiting repair.
Was driving 2002 Sonata with child in car daughter got dizzy from gas fumes gas tank was leaking from top of tank,called Hyundai motor corp said car wasn't covered out of warranty,took it to the dealer was told car gas tank had to be dropped to find the problem,Hyundai refused to pay for tank to be dropped, finally took it to be fixed at a local service person ,found the gas tank was leaking from the middle of the tank at the half way mark,he found the tank was leaking to a stress crack on the tank,I find this to be a safety issue regarding this matter,there is a safety regarding stress cracks on the Sonata please call me at [xxx]. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).
2002 Hyundai Sonata, chrome on the gear shift knob peels off leaving a sharp edge that causes lacerations.