12 problems related to brake disc pads have been reported for the 2008 Hyundai Sonata. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 Hyundai Sonata based on all problems reported for the 2008 Sonata.
Rear driver size pads and rotors had to be replace when the car only had 14k miles. Rear pads and rotors have to be replaced every 5-6 months. The brakes were burning and smoking. Dealer says its normal wear and tear. Took car to another repair shop and was told this is not normal and brake pads and rotors should not have to be repaired every 5-6 months, the braking system is faulty and if not repaired it could cause the brakes to fail.
The contact owns a 2008 Hyundai Sonata GLS. The contact stated that the left rear brakes were grinding abnormally. The dealer informed the contact that the brakes were worn and would need to be replaced. The dealer replaced both rear brakes and pads. The current mileage was 30,279 and the failure mileage was 29,000. Updated 03/31/lj updated 04/05/11.
No failure occurred. The problem was detected before failure. I had the brakes checked at just under 45,600 miles expecting to have the brake pads replace. Inspection showed that the rear brake rotors were made of defective metal which corroded and pitted badly. It destroyed the outer part of the brake pads so they did not make contact with the rotor. Less than one half of the brake pad was providing braking ability. The rotors had to be replaced on the rear wheels as well as all brake pads on all 4 wheels. The brake pad replacement is expected maintenance. The rear wheel rotors were defective parts.
At 10k miles rear brake rotors were glazed from sticking brake pads; rotors were machined and brake pads replaced. At 26. 8k miles the rear brakes were "metal to metal" and brake pads completely worn due to drivers side brake pad being seized into rotors (dealers language). Dealer attributed brake failure to increased corrosion due to our maine location. None of the other vehicles we have had exhibited these problems. This is a safety issue in that I have been operating the car for an indeterminate time with no rear brakes. The defect was discovered during a normal tire rotation. I suspect Hyundai encourages tire rotation at every service interval in order to have an opportunity to examine rear brakes.
Began hearing a dragging noise in the rear of the car and thought something was dragging underneath looked and saw nothing. Got home and noticed that there was significantly more brake dust on the passenger rear hubcap than all the others. After further inspection it appears that the pad is completely worn because the brake is locking and then not releasing when it should. I have done quite a bit of research and noticed that many other people have had very similar complaints about this model year and malfunction. The common trend is low mileage so this is not a driver issue. This will ultimately result in the replacing of the brake pads and rotors at the very least. The car is currently with the dealership so they can tell us everything that is wrong.
The contact owns a 2008 Hyundai Sonata. While driving approximately 20-25 mph, the contact depressed the brake pedal and noticed a very loud rubbing sound, like metal to metal. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer but there were no repairs performed. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where the contact was told to take the vehicle back to the dealer. The dealer polished the drumbs and reset the brake pads but the failure occurred again. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer at least eight times and the dealer polished the drums and reset the pads on each visit. The vehicle had not been repaired. The VIN was unavailable. The failure mileae was approximately 14,000 and the current mileage was approximately 18,500.
Recently brought my 2008 Hyundai Sonata in for a free inspection by my dealer. My brakes were inspected and my rear brakes were found to be 70% worn and the pads, etc. . . Were frozen resulting in premature wear!!! my front brakes are only 50% worn. My service manager said that this is typical for Hyundai Sonatas of this year but no financial remedy came from my dealer. I had to pay to have my brakes "unfrozen" and was told that within the next 3 months I will need to have new rear brakes put on. Of note, my car only has 24,000 miles and my rear brakes should not have worn out this soon and certainly not before my front brakes. Hyundai needs to get on the ball here and issue some type of recall. This is a major safety issue - I have a child that rides in this car constantly.
The braking system on this vehicle is poorly engineered and extremely frustrating to the car owner. After 16,000 miles, my rear brakes began squealing. After inspection, it was determined that the back brakes are sticking on and grinding off against the rotor. This is a recurring problem that can not be fixed, with multiple replacements the only choice. In the four years I have owned the vehicle, I have gone thru 5 sets of brake pads and 4 rotors, with no end in sight as long as I keep this car.
2008 Hyundai Sonata purchased at duncan Hyundai dealership in duncan,b. L bought the Sonata with 40,000 km. And l paid Hyundai about $100. 00 for a 65. Inspection. The brakes were 75%. So l asked the dealership owner,to explain the 65. Inspection and l asked about the brakes being 75%. He said 75% was just fine. But when l took the Sonata into the shop for squealing,grinding rear brakes, the mechanic thought it was winter dirt and grime. L was charged 301. 00 for new rear brake pads. Lt,s Friday July 3. The rear brakes are still squealing! LS there a recall?.
Rear brakes wear out prematurely causing a potential safety hazard. The front brake pads are just half worn.
Rear brake squealing and getting hot. Rear brakes on 2008 have premature wear due to brake pads hanging up on the slides. Had to replaced the old pads with new pad @ 16k miles.
Grinding of rear brakes beginning at 37,000 miles. Car is driven all highway miles. Brought in for service and mechanic was shocked to see pads were gone and rotors worn beyond repair. He said front brakes should usually go first. Hyundai claimed pads should be removed and cleaned every 15,000 miles. Assuming a customer was denying the brake problem due to the low miles the loss of brakes could lead to a serious accident. Brakes and rotors will be close to $400 for repair.