Rear Suspension Shock Absorber Problems of Hyundai XG350

Worsening clunking sound heard from the left rear of vehicle; dealer diagnosis is rear strut damage caused by defective rubber bushings. Service mgr recommends replacement of both struts due to collateral damage to the struts. Serv mgr stated that this premature problem is commonly seen in the xg and sonata models, many found within the 60k warranty period. Also stated that frequency of problem should be cause for TSB consideration.

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: the contact stated that when the vehicle hit a bump, the engine audibly moved up and down within the engine compartment. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer, where the dealer determined that the engine mounts were weak and needed to be replaced. Updated 8/14/2006 - the vehicles shock absorbers had to be replaced. The consumer believes the engine mount repair and shock absorbers should have been covered under the vehicle's warranty.