Side/window Air Bag Problems of Hyundai Sonata - part 1

My vehicle struck another vehicle straight-on, broadside in a "t-bone" accident at approximately 40 mph on a two-lane, 45 mph roadway on a clear, dry, sunny day with no time to apply my brakes and neither the steering wheel airbag nor the driver's side side air bags deployed. The speed of the other vehicle then caused my vehicle to be dragged across the oncoming lane and up a five foot embankment. Only the passenger's side side air bags deployed on impact. The steering wheel air bag later deployed when my vehicle was being towed. My vehicle is a total loss. The other vehicle's two driver's side doors were pushed in past the frame of the car. The air bag recall for my year allegedly doesn't apply to my VIN.

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Tl-the contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that there was a crack in the dashboard where the passanger side airbag was located. The VIN tool showed no recalls on the issue. The dealer and manufacturer had not been contacted yet. The failure mileage was 133,573. Tf.

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In motion going 20 mph passenger side air bag deployed without accident. Air bag busted on my head, back, and right side of my face. With a powdery sharp film on me. Air bag recall was not fixed by the dealership. I reported it to Hyundai which lead to countless email with no repairs made. Seat and door panel is ruined with a crack in the windshield that has spread. Engine had been stalling and producing white smoke from the tailpipes. While in motion car completely shuts off and will not come back on. Dash board lights up goes off comes on displays key not in vehicle when the key is in the armrest plugged in. Brake pedal freezes up preventing the car to start. Radio does not work check engine light blinks on and off when car is in motion. Reach out to Hyundai webb on route 30 in merrillville, in. They had the vehicle for a month due to the engine recall and turbo recall. They forced me to pick the vehicle up after having it for a month. In motion from the dealership the car cuts off. I get it back on a big cloud of white smoke produces and cuts off again while in traffic. Prior to picking the car up the manager of the shop called informed me to come pick it up and bring a battery due to the battery in the car is dead. The car is at the dealership. . . They did not have the courtesy to charge to battery to test the work that was done. I take a battery up there they keep the car for another week or 2. When I pick it up the armrest is broken they put a screw in the positive cable post to hold the post in place; I guess. There are ashes on the floor as if someone was smoking in the car, put different color antifreeze in the antifreeze reservoir; meaning they mixed the fluids that would cause more problems. I called the manager again immediately and told him the car is doing the same things. Told me to drive the white smoke out, car is not safe to drive don't stay running.

Two vertical cracks on either side of the passenger side airbags showed up this morning. The car has not been in any accidents. Due these cracks I am afraid the airbag will deploy without cause when my grandchildren are in the passenger seat, or deploy while I am driving. Please advise on this as soon as possible. Thank you. Cindy l.

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"power assist recall/air bag recall" the electrical power steering in my car has created a problem when driving on the interstate. The cost to repair the car is in excess of $1200 new and $600 or more used. The electrical panel in the car is not completely functional either. I have problems with power windows and locks. There have been a total of more than 10 recalls on this particular model vehicle. I cannot afford to repair or purchase another vehicle. When I investigated further this was the latest issue listed. Steering:electric power assist system recall summary: Hyundai motor company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011 Sonata vehicles manufactured December 11, 2009, to October 31, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the electronic power steering (eps) circuit board may be damaged and result in a loss of power steering assist. In addition there are several air bag recalls on the vehicle. Including the following: frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.

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Passenger side airbag cover popped off.

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Tl- the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the center steering wheel cap that secured the driver side airbag was not properly secured. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer valise Hyundai (683 east columbus Ave springfield MA. ) who indicated the position of the cap was normal. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 50,000. Jft.

Light for drivers side airbag remains on at all times. Will not shut off. Date of this occurrence is an approximate date.

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Tl- the contact 2006 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the vehicle had veered to the right which had caused the contact to loose control of the vehicle which had crashed on the side of the road. The air bags deployed with the drivers side air bag deploying with force. The driver sustained injury to the face which had caused bruising and cuts requiring further medical treatment. A police report was not filed. The insurance company indicated that the vehicle was towed to a yard and with extensive damages it was indicated as a loss. A dealer had not inspected and diagnosed the vehicle. The contact was uncertain if the failure was related to NHTSA campaign number: 08v161000 (air bags). The manufacturer was notified of the crash after it had happened. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was not available. Dyd.

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Sonata 2011 recall was announced more than a year ago and nothing has been done: Hyundai motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011 Sonata vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (acu) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying.

Received safety recall regarding airbag control unit and potential electrical overstress damage to the module circuitry which could prevent frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying! I do not feel safe driving this care with my 4 year old - please expedite finding a fix ASAP!.

Hyundai motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011 Sonata vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (acu) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying. Safety risk if the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems. Remedy remedy not yet available. . Read more...

Tl the contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, two deer suddenly landed on the hood and two other deer collided against the driver side door. The contact stated none of the frontal or side air bags deployed as well as the front driver side and passenger seat belts did not restrain the occupants. No injuries were sustained and a police report was not issued. The vehicle was driven to the contact 's residence. But, the contact stated approximately 4 days later the vehicle engine seized. The contact also mentioned that he received recall notification for NHTSA campaign numbers: 17v226000 (engine & engine cooling) and 17v152000 (seat belts). The vehicle was towed to the dealer autonation Hyundai corpus christi texas (6686 s padre island dr. , corpus christi, TX (361) 444-0156) where the engine was replaced under the recall however, the air bags failure was not determined and the seat belt recall was not performed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. Bp.

Tl-the contact owned a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph downhill, a deer suddenly appeared. The contact attempting to avoid the animal turned the vehicle to the right in to a ditch flipping the vehicle over four times. None of the frontal, nor side air bags deployed. The police was present and a report was issued. No ambulances, nor fire department were present. The contact was driven by a family member to the hospital and strain upper and lower back and an ankle contusion were diagnosed, the contact was treated and released. The dealer was not informed of the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired and it was destroyed as per insurance company and towed to a lot. The approximate failure mileage was 79,000. Bp.

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Hyundai motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011 Sonata vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (acu) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying. If the seat belt linkage detaches from the seat belt anchorage, it can not properly restrain the occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury. There is no fix, but they would like to put a sticker on my seatbelt. . . . .

The steering wheel makes clicking noises. When ever I'm driving, going over bumps and turning. The driver side airbag stays on.

The recall detailed below was dated more than four months ago with still no fix yet available as of today and no estimation of when a fix will be offered. Nhtsa recall number: 18v137000 recall date: February 27, 2018 manufacturer recall number: 174 Hyundai motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011 Sonata vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (acu) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying.

Hyundai issued this recall on Feb. 27, 2018. There is still no remedy. Wonder what is taking so long. Here is the recall: Hyundai motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011 Sonata vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (acu) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying.

Manufacturer recall campaign 174 open since February 27, 2018 is still not resolved. 18v13700 NHTSA recall number. This is a serious issue that should not take 6 months to develop a repair. Please research and advise when repair will be implemented by Hyundai. Hyundai motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011 Sonata vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (acu) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying.

Tl the contact owns a 2001 Hyundai Sonata. While the vehicle was parked and unoccupied, the driver's side air bag deployed without warning or impact. There were no injuries and a police report was not filed. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage and VIN were unknown.

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Recall for the air bag control unit still has not be completed. The recall was issued in February of 2018 and still no remedy available. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (acu) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying. It is unacceptable that a solution has not be found at this time. Hyundai should have to buy back all 2011-2014 Sonata's as they are a danger to the owners.

Months ago, I received notice from manufacturer of side air bag defect with statement that "no remedy"yet available. I've waited patiently, driving car as seldom as possible. I am increasingly frustrated and get no assurance from dealer. What is the manufacturer's responsibility here?.

The srs light on the dash turned 'on' and disabled the driver's side airbag. Most likely caused by a defective clock spring in the steering column.

Airbag b1382 side airbag front passenger resistance too high.

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Sonata. While driving approximately 35 mph, the driver side air bag deployed without warning. The VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign number: 16v232000 (air bags). The dealer and manufacturer were notified. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was not available.

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My son was in an accident in which someone pulled out of a side road into his path of travel. The front of the Hyundai from just past the grill on driver's side to entire passenger side hit the front driver wheel forward on the other car. Neither the steering wheel nor the passenger side airbag deployed in my Hyundai. He hit with such force the steering wheel was bowed and steering column was broken along with the bottom of the dash where his knees hit.

The contact owns a 2006 Hyundai Sonata. While braking, the vehicle veered right or left and a scrubbing noise was present. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the front suspension arm was faulty. Also, while driving, various speeds, the vehicle suddenly shut off and the front driver side air bag sensor light illuminated. The cause of the failure was undetermined and the manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was 157,000.

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. While driving 20 mph, the contact crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The driver and passenger side air bags deployed. A police report was filed. There were no injuries. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.

The dash board cracked around the airbag. Dealer stated it happens sometimes if the dashboard becomes too hot from the sun and no correction is needed as the airbag will still function. There is a light 'film' on the windshield and front, side windows. When I explored further I was informed by 2 separate mechanics when the airbag gas to push the bag to open (when needed by impact) enough to crack the dashboard, the airbag is no longer functioning. The film on my window (windshield, front sides) is from the expansion of the gases sticking to them. I have reviewed several forums, my problem is shared by many owners. It is over 1000$ to fix- which few people have, and should be 100% covered in full by the manufacturer. Second issue, my passenger side airbag monitor only works intermittently. My granddaughter is 75lbs the airbag 'on' light may or may not turn on. I have read this is may have been addressed in a recall which only ended with the 2008 Sonata. Mine is a 2010. Obviously, both are huge safety issues and need to be repaired ASAP. I cannot afford to do so. Currently my front passenger seat is not safe to use. Hyundai should be held accountable for both issues before someone else is misinformed and counts on their passenger airbag not to be injured, maimed or killed. These issues are not dependant on the movement of the car. Thank you, joanne wright 3223 mill creek dr. #5 kalamazoo, mi 49009 269. 806. 7580 I did not purchase this vehicle until January 2016. It cracked during the summer of 2015. Picture are dashboard inside and 2 outside.

The contact owns a 2002 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving at 5 mph, the power steering stop working and as a result, the vehicle crashed into a barrier. There were no injuries. The driver side air bag deployed and the air bag warning lamp illuminated. Also, the contact mentioned that the vehicle was filled with smoke and there was no pressure on the air bag. The vehicle was towed to her resident. The vehicle had not been repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who stated that there was nothing wrong with the air bag. The manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 156,000.

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The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Sonata. While operating the vehicle, the front passenger side seat belt sensor light would intermittently flash off and on although the passenger seat was unoccupied. Eventually, the front passenger side air bag sensor light would also flash off and on when a passenger was not present. The check engine light also illuminated. While driving approximately 60 mph, the stability control esc sensor light illuminated and the vehicle would not accelerate. After shutting the vehicle off and restarting the engine, the vehicle operated as normal. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. No additional information was available. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 18,000.

I was traveling down the road and a 1999 chevy silverado pick up truck ran a stop sign coming from my left and struck the left side front door and fender of my car. The left curtain side airbag did not deply. My shoulder hit the door.

The passenger side airbag deployed without reason. The tremendous force and flying debris caused the driver to react and brush the front passenger side wheel against the curb. Plastic pieces were thrown throughout the front of the car. Luckily, there were no injuries. Earlier that same day the car had been serviced by the Hyundai dealer for a radio issue.

My car (Hyundai Sonata 2006) was traveling the intersection with a green light. The other car was traveling the intersection with a red light, and did strike the driver side of my car. The other car caused the severe damage to my car and I got injured. My car's side air bag was inflated, but my driver front air bag was not inflated so that I got permanently injured in my eyebrow and chronic back-pain. I strongly believe that if my driver front air bag was inflated, I do not suffer from chronic back-pain and do not have a permanent scar in my eyebrow.

The contact owns a 2007 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the air bag warning lamp illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the passenger's side air bag sensor was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 57,000 and the current mileage was 58,000.