1990 HYUNDAI Sonata Problems

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Complaints by Component

POWER TRAIN

6 complaints

I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE NEW. THROUGH LESS THAN SEVEN YEARS THIS VEHICLE HAS NEEDED THREE TRANSMISSIONS. I HAVE NOT REPLACED THE MOST RECENT TRANSMISSION BECAUSE THE COST OF THE NEW TRANSMISSION IS MORE THAN THE VALUE OF THE CAR.

Sep 23, 1999

INTERLOCK SYSTEM FAILED ALLOWING DRIVER TO REMOVE KEY WHILE VEHICLE IN DRIVE, WHILE PUTTING CHILDREN IN THE CAR IT BEGAN TO ROLL BACKWARDS, CHILDREN WERE REMOVED BEFORE CAR WENT OVER ENBANKMENT.

May 10, 1999

TRANSMISSION SLIPS OUT OF GEAR TWICE EVERY MONTH. MECHANIC INFORMED OWNER COMPONENT WAS NOT BUILT FOR THIS TYPE OF VEHICLE. TT

Feb 28, 1995

TRANSMISSION; CAR RUN 100 TO 200 MILES CAR BREAK DOWN CAR BEEN IN SHOP ABOUT 240 TIMES. TT

Feb 08, 1995

NO INTERLOCK SYSTEM, GRANDSON SEAR IN FRONT PASSENGERS SEAT REACHED OVER AND SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL, VEHICLE ROLLEDOUT INTO STREET INTO A NEIGHBORS YARD. *AK

Jan 18, 1995

+ 1 more complaint for this component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

4 complaints

STOPS DEAD IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET AND IT WILL NOT START UP AGAIN. TT

Feb 07, 1995

REPLACED BATTERY. TT

Feb 07, 1995

REPLACED COMPUTER. *AK

Dec 16, 1994

REPLACED PULSE GENERATORS.

Dec 16, 1994

SEAT BELTS

3 complaints

SHOULDER BELT ON BOTH SIDES BROKE.

Jul 08, 1997

MOTOR BELT FAILED.

Nov 27, 1996

VEHICLES DRIVER SIDE SAFETY BELT SYSTEM GETS STUCK IN MIDDLE POSITION OF MECHANISM. TT

Jan 17, 1995

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 complaints

THE IGNITION KEY CAN BE REMOVED FROM THE STEERING COLUMN WHEN THE GEAR SHIFT IS IN ANY POSITION (DRIVE, REVERSE, ETC.) INSTEAD OF PARK POSITION ONLY. THIS ALLOWS THE CAR TO ROLL UNATTENDED IF THE GEAR SHIFT WAS LEFT IN IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN PARK. ALSO, THE GEAR SHIFT CAN BE MOVED FROM PARK TO ANY OTHER POSITION WITH OUT THE KEY INSERTED WHICH COULD BE A DISASTER IF CHILDREN WERE LEFT UNATTENDED IN THE CAR. I HAVE SENT COMPLAINTS TO HUNDAI WITH NO RESPONSE AND I HAVE SENT FORMS TO NHTSA WITH THE LAST BEING SENT ON 10/27/96 AND RECEIVED BY YOU ON 10/11/96 (REF NO. 803454). TO DATE I HAVE RECEIVED NO OTHER RESPONSE. *AK

Jun 19, 2000

THE CONSUMER IS ABLE TO REMOVE THE KEY OUT OF THE IGNITION WHILE THE CAR IS IN DRIVE; ALSO, GEARSHIFT CAN BE MOVED OUT OF PARK WHEN KEY IS NOT INSERTED. *AK

Nov 08, 1996

VISIBILITY

2 complaints

THREE POWER WINDOWS INOPERATIVE.

Jun 23, 1997

HEATER CONTROL KNOB FELL OFF. TT

Feb 07, 1995

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 complaint

AFTER FILLING VEHICLE'S TANK SMELLED FUEL INSIDE VEHICLE. A DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. FUEL TANK HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE BEFORE. PROBLEM HAS RETURNED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jan 30, 2002

STRUCTURE

1 complaint

THE DOOR HANDLES WERE BROKE.

Jun 23, 1997

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 complaint

WHEN MAKING A STOP CONSUMER APPLIED FORCE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE JUMPED FORWARD. *AK

Dec 02, 1996

VISIBILITY,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

1 complaint

THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR IS THE ONLY DOOR THAT CAN BE OPENED FROM THE OUTSIDE AND CANNOT LOCK THE DOORS WITH THE KEY. THE REAR WINDOW ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE IS THE ONLY WINDOW WORKING. *AK

Nov 27, 1996

PARKING BRAKE

1 complaint

PARKING BRAKE FAILURE WHILE PARKED, VEHICLE ROLLED BACKWARDS. TT

Aug 02, 1995

INTERIOR LIGHTING

1 complaint

DOME LIGHT WON'T WORK. TT

Feb 07, 1995

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 complaint

BRAKES MAKE SQUEAKING NOISE. TT

Feb 07, 1995

EQUIPMENT

1 complaint

A/C CONTROL KNOB WON'T STAY IN WHEN PUSHED. TT

Feb 07, 1995

4.8/5.0

51 reviews

Where to Find VIN for Problems Check

To check for problems and complaints on your 1990 HYUNDAI Sonata, you'll need the VIN number. Find your VIN in one of these 4 common locations.

Where to Find VIN Number on 1990 HYUNDAI Sonata for Problems Lookup - Dashboard, Door Jamb, Engine Bay, Documents

Understanding VIN Structure for Problem Reports

Each character in your 1990 HYUNDAI Sonata 17-digit VIN helps identify specific complaints and problems affecting your vehicle model.

1990 HYUNDAI Sonata VIN Structure for Complaint Verification - WMI, VDS, Check Digit, Model Year, Plant Code

How to Check 1990 HYUNDAI Sonata Problems in 3 Steps

Locate Your VIN

Find the 17-character VIN on your 1990 HYUNDAI Sonata dashboard (visible through windshield), door jamb, engine bay, or vehicle documents.

Review by Component

Browse owner-reported complaints organized by vehicle component (engine, transmission, brakes, electrical) to identify common issues and problem patterns for this model year.

Check Safety Issues

Review crash and fire incidents for each component to assess safety concerns. Contact your HYUNDAI dealer or report problems to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many problems does the 1990 HYUNDAI Sonata have?

The 1990 HYUNDAI Sonata currently has 25 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.

What are the most common problems with 1990 HYUNDAI Sonata?

The most common problems reported for the 1990 HYUNDAI Sonata are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.

Where does this 1990 HYUNDAI Sonata problem data come from?

All problem and complaint data for the 1990 HYUNDAI Sonata comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.

How do I report problems with my 1990 HYUNDAI Sonata?

You can report safety problems with your 1990 HYUNDAI Sonata directly to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov or call 1-888-327-4236. Your complaint helps identify patterns and may lead to recalls or investigations.

Where can I find my VIN to check problems?

Your 1990 HYUNDAI Sonata VIN is located in 4 places: (1) Dashboard near windshield on driver's side, (2) Driver's door jamb sticker, (3) Engine bay, (4) Vehicle registration and insurance documents.

Is the 1990 HYUNDAI Sonata reliable?

Reliability can be assessed by reviewing the number and severity of owner complaints for the 1990 HYUNDAI Sonata. Check complaints by component, crash reports, and fire incidents above to evaluate potential issues and problem patterns.