Forward Collision Avoidance Related Problems of the 2023 Hyundai Sonata

Table 1 shows three common forward collision avoidance related problems of the 2023 Hyundai Sonata. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic emergency braking (six problems). The second most common problem is related to the adaptive cruise control (two problems).

Table 1. Forward Collision Avoidance related problems of Hyundai Sonata


Recently reported Forward Collision Avoidance problems of the 2023 Hyundai Sonata

The Automatic Emergency Braking problem

Reported this previously, but more information was gathered, thanks to collision mechanic who guessed immediately when he heard 2023 hybrid Sonata - he said "they're notorious for it. " was at a stand still in a parking space/lot I know well.   Read details...

The Adaptive Cruise Control problem

Vehicle’s front collision sensor popped up on dash, vehicle lost all power. Almost was hit by a group a semi trucks hauling a wide load that wouldn’t have been able to stop in time. This is the 3rd time it has happened in a week and a half.   Read details...

The Warnings problem

During snow and icing conditions the forward collision radar in the logo gets covered up and becomes inoperable. This at the very time that we most need forward collision warning. It would helpful if there was electric deicing in the unit, much like the rear view side mirrors.   Read details...


Forward Collision Avoidance related problems in other Hyundai Sonata model year vehicles:



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