Where is the hole in the Hyundai Sonata?
All Sonata owners should research it: Recently I was changing the oil in my daughter’s ’02 Sonata (108k miles and 2nd owner) and noticed a hole in the sub-frame inside and behind the right front wheel. The next day I contacted Superior Hyundai in Parkersburg, WV about the problem and they referred me on to a “national” phone number (800-633-5151).
Are there any manuals for the Hyundai Sonata?
In the table below you can see 0 Sonata Workshop Manuals,0 Sonata Owners Manuals and 18 Miscellaneous Hyundai Sonata downloads. Our most popular manual is the Hyundai Sonata Workshop Manual (V6-3.3L (2006)) . This (like all of our manuals) is available to download for free in PDF format.
Where can I find out if my Hyundai Sonata has a recall?
You can either find details at the NHTSA site or at sites like Edmunds.com (look up the 2000 Sonata in the Used Cars section, and there’s a link to recalls). Just call the national Hyundai phone number and tell them what is going on.
Is there a recall on the Hyundai subframe?
There’s a recall that is “officially” for 2001-2004 Sonatas for the subframe. But interestingly, this recall shows up when you do a search on recalls for 1999 and 2000 Sonatas also. So I am wondering if Hyundai might honor the recall for your car?
In the table below you can see 0 Sonata Workshop Manuals,0 Sonata Owners Manuals and 18 Miscellaneous Hyundai Sonata downloads. Our most popular manual is the Hyundai Sonata Workshop Manual (V6-3.3L (2006)) . This (like all of our manuals) is available to download for free in PDF format.
What are the changes to the Hyundai Sonata?
Hyundai strengthened the body shell and firewall, widened the rear track, included anti-submarining front seat pans and added thicker front brake discs for the update.
Where can I get parts for my Hyundai Sonata?
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Is the Hyundai Sonata still made in China?
This generation of Sonata is still being built (since 2002) and sold in China from December 2002, by Beijing Hyundai. A facelifted Sonata was produced by that company in August 2009 called the Moinca.
Why is the subframe of my Hyundai Sonata rusting?
Covers perforation (rust hole through the body panel from inside to outside) corrosion of original Hyundai body sheet metal due to defects in material or factory workmanship, under normal use and maintenance. It doesn’t specifically mention the subframe, but perhaps this would be a good way to start talking to Hyundai about a warranty issue.
How long does it take to replace Hyundai subframe?
The local Hyundai service center called me. They said that the subframe needed to be replaced and that Hyundai was covering the cost. They said the part was on order and they should be done by Friday (3 days). They didn’t offer a rental, so I mentioned that Hyundai had provided cars for others in this situation.
All Sonata owners should research it: Recently I was changing the oil in my daughter’s ’02 Sonata (108k miles and 2nd owner) and noticed a hole in the sub-frame inside and behind the right front wheel. The next day I contacted Superior Hyundai in Parkersburg, WV about the problem and they referred me on to a “national” phone number (800-633-5151).
There’s a recall that is “officially” for 2001-2004 Sonatas for the subframe. But interestingly, this recall shows up when you do a search on recalls for 1999 and 2000 Sonatas also. So I am wondering if Hyundai might honor the recall for your car?
Covers perforation (rust hole through the body panel from inside to outside) corrosion of original Hyundai body sheet metal due to defects in material or factory workmanship, under normal use and maintenance. It doesn’t specifically mention the subframe, but perhaps this would be a good way to start talking to Hyundai about a warranty issue.
You can either find details at the NHTSA site or at sites like Edmunds.com (look up the 2000 Sonata in the Used Cars section, and there’s a link to recalls). Just call the national Hyundai phone number and tell them what is going on.