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5NPEC4AB9DH••••••2013 Hyundai SONATA
This build is quieter than most: 14 complaints against 25 for the average 2013 Hyundai SONATA build.
14on this build
1799on the model
73builds in total
Most reportedEngine 5Steering 4Electrical System 2Vehicle Speed Control 1
What owners of this build wrote
EngineApr 2024
2013 Hyundai Sonata with known engine failure issue. While driving, vehicle experienced complete engine failure during operation in confined express lane of highway. Vehicle was rendered inoperable and required towing to dealer for repair. Delear declared "complete engine…
SteeringMar 2024
The electrical has been an issue for this vehicle. The head and tail lights continuously go out. Sometimes they work, and other times they do not. Since the lights have been an issue, the electrical issue is also now inside the vehicle. The radio and other controls in the…
Fuel SystemAug 2022
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V312000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, a fuel odor was detected…
Engine And Engine CoolingApr 2022
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving 65-70 MPH, the vehicle stalled inadvertently. Upon veering to the side of the road, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle after several attempts. The…
StructureJun 2020
The paint is peeling on the hood of the car. On the dash there are 2 cracks one on either side of the airbag enclosure. The steering wheel has the rubber peeling off. The paint on the top of the roof panel is cracked/ready to peel off. The car was in my driveway. I had to…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5NPEC4AB9DH614624 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.