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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
5 complaints
BRAKES WENT TO THE FLOOR WHEN APPLIED AT 30 MPH, RESULTING IN A CRASH DUE TO BRAKE FAILURE. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK
Dec 10, 1996
Crash: 1
PURCHASED CAR USED, WHEN DRIVING AND APPLYING THE BRAKES, THEY MAKE NOISE . PLEASE DESCRIBE .*AK
Oct 10, 1996
CONTINUOUS BRAKE PROBLEMS AFTER SEVERAL REPAIR ATTEMPTS. *SD
Nov 01, 1995
BRAKE PADS FAILED.
Sep 22, 1995
BRAKE PEDAL SPONGY/FADES AT DIFFERENT TIMES, REPLACED FRONT PAD/ROTOR, TO NO AVAIL. TT
Mar 17, 1995
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
5 complaints
ENGINE PROBLEM. *SD
Nov 01, 1995
ENGINE PROBLEM. *SD
Nov 01, 1995
CAR STALLS.
Sep 22, 1995
TIMING BELT BROKE, HAD TO HAVE ENGINE REBUILT. TT
May 01, 1995
TIMING BELT FAILED TWICE, ONCE DUE TO EXPLOSION OF BALANCE SHAFT BELT. *AK
Jan 24, 1995
VISIBILITY
5 complaints
PASSENGER POWER WINDOW FAILED TWICE.
Sep 22, 1995
HEATER FAILED.
Sep 22, 1995
POWER MIRRORS SHAKE WHEN DRIVING.
Sep 22, 1995
SIDE WINDOWS OFF TRACK.
Sep 22, 1995
REAR DEFROSTER SWITCH FAILED.
Sep 22, 1995
SEAT BELTS
4 complaints
WHEN PRESSING ON THE GAS PEDAL AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT WOULD ENGAGE. HOWEVER, WHEN PRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT WOULD DISENGAGE. *AK
Jun 29, 2000
AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT BROKE LOOSE FROM TRACK DURING COLLISION, RESULTING IN INJURY/AFTER RECALL REPAIRS.
Jan 17, 1997
Injuries: 1
UPON IMPACT SEATBELT SEPARATED FROM TRACK/ANCHOR, CAUSING INJURY.
Jan 09, 1997
Injuries: 1
FRONT SEAT BELTS FAILED.
Sep 22, 1995
SUSPENSION
4 complaints
CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING AT OR ABOUT 25-35 MPH LOWER CONTROL ARM SHEERED ON DRIVER'S SIDE BEHIND THE BALL JOINT BENDING UPPER STRUT PULLING THE AXEL CLEAN OUT OF TRANSMISSION. CON NOT CONTACT THE MANF.
Jun 17, 1997
BALL JOINTS FAILED. *DSH
Sep 22, 1995
VEHICLES RIGHT LOWER CONTROL ARM CRACKED IN HALF WHILE DRIVING ON 10-15-93 AND 3-30-95. TT
Apr 05, 1995
RIGHT FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM CRACKED IN HALF, RESULTED IN HARD CONTROL, REPLACE LOWER CONTROL ARM TWICE. TT
Mar 31, 1995
POWER TRAIN
4 complaints
AUTO-TRANSMISSION WILL DROP OUT OF GEAR. SYSTEM HAS BEEN REPLACED (3) TIMES WITH FOURTH EXPERIENCING SAME FAILURE. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
Aug 27, 1995
TRANSMISSION PULSE GENERATOR FAILED, CAUSING CAR TO DOWNSHIFT HARD WHILE DRIVING, JERK HARD WHEN ACCELERATING. *SD
Aug 13, 1995
TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTS VIOLENTLY, THEN SHIFTS BACK INTO HIGHER GEAR WITH A VIOLENT JERK, CAUSING TEMPORARY LOSS OF CONTROL. *DSH
Jul 24, 1995
TRANSMISSION FAILED. *SKD
May 01, 1995
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
3 complaints
HOOD LATCH FAILED.
Apr 30, 1998
REAR PASSENGER DOOR LOCK WON'T OPEN.
Sep 22, 1995
HOOD WON'T OPEN.
Sep 22, 1995
STEERING
3 complaints
FLUID LEAKS DEVELOPED IN POWER STEERING UNIT, CAUSING IT TO CRACK. *AK
May 08, 1996
POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED. *SD
Nov 01, 1995
POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED. *SD
Nov 01, 1995
EQUIPMENT
2 complaints
POWER ANTENNA FAILED FOUR TIMES.
Sep 22, 1995
CAR STALLS WHEN AIR CONDITIONER TURNED ON.
Sep 22, 1995
STRUCTURE
2 complaints
DRIVER SIDE VISOR CLIP BROKE, IMPAIRING VISIBILITY.
Sep 22, 1995
REAR LEFT DOOR POWER LOCKS JAMS/STICKS AFTER LOCKING; POWER LOCKS INOPERATIVE ON THE OTHER DOORS. TT
Mar 28, 1995
POWER TRAIN,EQUIPMENT
1 complaint
TRANSMISSION FAILURE. REPAIR PLACE SAYS IT WAS A PREMATURE MECHANICAL FAILURE. POSSIBLE DEFECTIVE PARTS.*AK
Jul 05, 2003
SEATS
1 complaint
WHILE DRIVING THE DRIVER'S BASE CRACKED HORIZONTALLY, CAUSING THE DRIVER'S SEAT TO FALL BACKWARDS UNEXPECTEDLY, ALMOST CAUSING LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. *AK
Jul 07, 1998
INTERIOR LIGHTING
1 complaint
DOME LIGHT FAILED.
Sep 22, 1995
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1 complaint
CRUISE CONTROL FAILED TWICE.
Sep 22, 1995
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 complaint
HEAD LIGHT SWITCH FAILED.
Sep 22, 1995
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 complaint
BATTERY FAILED.
Sep 22, 1995
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Where to Find VIN for Problems Check

To check for problems and complaints on your 1992 HYUNDAI Sonata, you'll need the VIN number. Find your VIN in one of these 4 common locations.

Where to Find VIN Number on 1992 HYUNDAI Sonata for Problems Lookup - Dashboard, Door Jamb, Engine Bay, Documents

Understanding VIN Structure for Problem Reports

Each character in your 1992 HYUNDAI Sonata 17-digit VIN helps identify specific complaints and problems affecting your vehicle model.

1992 HYUNDAI Sonata VIN Structure for Complaint Verification - WMI, VDS, Check Digit, Model Year, Plant Code

How to Check 1992 HYUNDAI Sonata Problems in 3 Steps

1

Locate Your VIN

Find the 17-character VIN on your 1992 HYUNDAI Sonata dashboard (visible through windshield), door jamb, engine bay, or vehicle documents.

2

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.

3

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 1992 HYUNDAI Sonata have?

The 1992 HYUNDAI Sonata currently has 43 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 1992 HYUNDAI Sonata?

The most common problems reported for the 1992 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 1992 HYUNDAI Sonata problem data come from?

All problem and complaint data for the 1992 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 1992 HYUNDAI Sonata?

You can report safety problems with your 1992 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 1992 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 1992 HYUNDAI Sonata reliable?

Reliability can be assessed by reviewing the number and severity of owner complaints for the 1992 HYUNDAI Sonata. Check complaints by component, crash reports, and fire incidents above to evaluate potential issues and problem patterns.

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