Tank Assembly Problems of Hyundai Sonata - part 2

Fuel tank cracked. A recall had been issued on this make/model and year. However, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN.

See all problems of the 1998 Hyundai Sonata 🔎.

Recall 001v314001 concerning fuel tank. After having recall repairs done consumer smelled gasoline odors, and check engine light illuminated while driving. Vehicle was repaired on five separate times by the dealer, but problem recurred. Consumer complained that the dealer wanted to charge for the next repairs.

See all problems of the 1997 Hyundai Sonata 🔎.

Consumer's vehicle experienced fuel spillage as described in the fuel tank assembly valve/fmvss301 recall 04v178000. But this occurred not in a roll over situation, but when filling the fuel tank with fuel at the gas station.

See all problems of the 2003 Hyundai Sonata 🔎.

The evaporative emission control systems may apply excessive vacuum to the fuel tanks during the canister purge cycle. Minor fuel tank distortion could result. A small crack could develop on the upper fuel tank surface. The check engine light would then illuminate and, in some cases, the vehicle driver noticed a gasoline odor. This recall failed .

A crack on the gas tank. Also, dealer was notified and has fixed the problem. Was not contacted at the time of this call.

The fuel tank cracked and leaked gasoline.

I am writing to complain against difeo Hyundai, hudson mall, rt. 440, jersey city, NJ. I had the following recalls done on my Hyundai Sonata 97 (VIN kmhcf24t2vu717037) from difeo in January, 03: NHTSA campaign: 97v026000. Nhtsa campaign: 00v314001 difeo had to replace the fuel tank as a part of the recall. Soon after the recall was done, I noticed that the fuel gauge needle was stuck on the upper end. Spoke to difeo service manager mike grubber about this problem on 2/14/03 and took an apptment for 2/18/03 morning. Confirmed the apptment before leaving on 2/18/03. However, on reaching the service center I was turned away because it was closed for the day. This is not the first time difeo has shown such unprofessional attitude in servicing the recall. 1. When I approached difeo the first time in November 2002, the dealer refused any knowledge of a recall. Had to have Hyundai USA call them up to inform about the recall. 2. After this when I went to the service center on 1/11/03 the representative there (mike), again refused any knowledge of such a recall. 3. Again had to go back to Hyundai USA for help. Had brenda at 1800 633 5151 x 45027 talk to difeo. Only then did difeo agree to service the recall. 4. Finally dropped off the car on 1/25/03. Mike from difeo informed me the same evening that the car was ready for pickup. However, on reaching the service center I was informed that car was not ready yet and the gas tank would have to be replaced. 5. Finally the fuel tank was replaced. Am sure the problem with the fuel gauge has occurred because of difeo's poor workmanship. I am apprehensive if driving the car in its present state might endanger my safety. Difeo was hesitant to service the recall in the beginning and when forced, did a shoddy job out of it. I demand that difeo pick up the car from my residence and drop it back after doing a thorough job of the recall. I request you to get me some relief from this harassment.

Fuel tank was leaking gas while driving. Contacted dealer, and the dealer stated that leak came from the upper part of the fuel tank.

After making several appointments to have the fuel tank recall 00v314001 performed the parts weren't available.

Recall 00 v 314 001/fuel tank: recall repairs were done in April 27, 2001, and problem has reoccurred. Dealer/manufacturer were notified. When consumer informed dealer that fuel tank was leaking as a result of the recall repairs, they indicated that the leak was caused by consumer's personal mechanic and would not attempt to fix the problem of excessive vaccum nor replace the fuel tank without charge.

Fuel tank has developed cracks and a fuel smell is present. 1) in Dec 2000 and Mar 2001 fuel tank replaced because of cracks on top of fuel tank; 2) in April 2001 service for recall 00v314001 was performed; 3) in October 2001 fuel was leaking from a seal between fuel tank and a pipe, leading to engine, resulting in fuel tank being replaced for fourth time and 4) in November 2001 fuel smell was present again and dealership was diagnosing the problem. The fuel gauge operation stays on full then drops drastically due to fuel sender/pump failure. The dealer replaced the gas tank cap. The check engine light comes on due to purge valve failure. Consumer was asking for reimbursement.

Observed gas leaking from under vehicle took vehicle to shop upon inspection tank was found to have a crack on the side near the top spoke to dealer not thinking this was a warranty problem was informed fuel tank was replaced on July of 99 waiting for an answer about replacing tank.

Recall regarding gas tank problem. While driving the consumer hit a pothole in the road. Shortly after all the fuel in the fuel tank leaked out. The dealer did not save the tank or inspect it further because the consumer hit a pothole. Sometime in 2001 the consumer received a recall (00v-314001) regarding a gas tank problem. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the recall work was done.

Fuel tank has cracked at seams, causing fuel leakage. Dealer has replaced fuel tank twice.

Fuel tank is leaking fuel, dealer has replaced fuel tank five times, problem has reoccurred, a recall has been issued. .

We had gotten the recall letter for something other than the gas tank on the vehicle we were told it had a crack in it at the time we took it for the first recall letter for this vehicle,we can only fill the fuel tank to 3/4 hash mark and below that piont in order not to leak.

2002 Hyundai Sonata. Having problem putting fuel in the vehicle the consumer stated it seemed as though the pressure valve was not opening correctly when fuel was added. Also, last fall the consumer noticed the front right tire was leaning in and he thought it was a broken tie rod, but when he took the vehicle to a mechanic, he was told the sub frame of the vehicle had rusted through. The consumer learned there was a recall for the exact same problem. The consumer stated he never received a recall notice.

See all problems of the 2002 Hyundai Sonata 🔎.

The vehicle is being recalled for the evaporative emission control system, 00v-314, the consumer was told that since he lives in pr that they would not be able to provide recall service on the island. Nlm.

I purchased the vehicle in January of 1999. On 2/26/99 I sent the vehicle to jim click (520-292-3790) to have the fuel tank replaced because of gasoline leaking. They determined it was a cracked fuel tank. On 11/29/99 took the car back to jim click because gas was leaking out. They determined again that the gas tank was cracked. On 7/15/00 once again, gas in leaking and making a puddle. Took it to jim click and was informed that they can put another gas tank on the car but it could happen again.