Three problems related to engine failure have been reported for the 2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid based on all problems reported for the 2016 Sonata Hybrid.
Clattering of internal combustion engine observed by customer under normal operating conditions. Came on suddenly. Rod noise. Internal combustion engine failure 58,884 miles cause due to metal shavings left over from manufacturing process as discovered through manufacturer prescribed warranty repair prior authorization procedures. Dealer performed no cost long block replacement. Out of service approximately 25 days. Manufacturer did not warranty replacement engine beyond original warranty mileage.
Engine knocking which lead to engine failure requiring a complete replacement of the engine. There was no warning from the engine warning system. Hyundai corporate said since I am the second owner they will not cover the cost of the repair which was over $3200. This issue seems to be related to the engine bearing problems Hyundai had in the past. My vehicle only had 85,000 miles on it when the problems began. The company also refused to provide me with the mechanics notes regarding the repairs.
Tl- the contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. The contact stated while trying to start vehicle, the engine failed to start while the engine and hybrid lights illuminated. The contact attempt to restart vehicle. The vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was not towed. The dealer brown's manassas Hyundai located at (8651 centreville rd, manassas, va 20110 (703) 361-9600) was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 66,000. As.