KnownCarProblems2001 Hyundai XG300 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 65 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Hyundai XG300, most often about the engine (28% of complaints, typically around 51,000 miles). It is the most complained-about XG300 model year since 2000 and has 4 recalls.
Most common 2001 Hyundai XG300 problems
Engine
18 complaints · 28%Half of these problems showed up before 51,000 miles. Parts named most often: engine, exhaust system, cooling system.
The contact owns a 2001 Hyundai XG300. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was restarted and driven cautiously on the shoulder. In addition, there was an unexpected acceleration and unknown electrical issues. The vehicle was taken to an authorized…
While driving at 65 MPH vehicle suddenly died without warning. Dealership indicated it could have been caused by oxygen sensor failure.
Electrical
14 complaints · 22%Half of these problems showed up before 43,000 miles. Parts named most often: ignition, 12v/24v/48v battery, wiring.
Check engine light came on and almost cut-off. Took it in to the dealer and the problem is major (electronic transmitter (valves) spark plug wires). Previously I've had two recalls. I need some additional information regarding Hyundai cars. Very inconveniencing. Ts
Continueous power failures. Battery replaced. Seemed okay for a couple of onths then if car wasn't used within 18-24 hours needed to be jumped started. Brought to dealer several times, no satisfaction yet. Problem worsening and ongoing.
Air bags
10 complaints · 15%Half of these problems showed up before 21,000 miles. Parts named most often: frontal, side/window.
- the contact owns a 2001 Hyundai, XG300. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer for a new battery and during the diagnose discovered an air module error code and the indicator light turned on. There were no prior failures or indicator lights. The contact's current mileage is 18,000. The dealer then advised the…
Tl contact owns a 2001 Hyundai XG300. The contact stated that the vehicle would pull to the right when she drove various speeds including approximately 35 MPH. She noticed the failure in october 2003. The tires were checked and aligned; however, the failure continued to occur. A local mechanic stated that the front…
Transmission
10 complaints · 15%Half of these problems showed up before 52,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission, manual transmission.
: the contact stated while driving at various speeds, the automatic transmission PCM condenser failed resulting in a hesitation while accelerating. Also, while stopped at a stop sign, the engine revved to a high level and suddenly decreased. The vehicle was seen by a dealer who reprogrammed the PCM, but the problem…
Intermittently will either stall or launch forward while driving. Dealership replaced the PCM as indicated in the power train recall 01v362000, although the VIN number was not included in the recall. The replacement of this part didn't correct the failure.
Brakes
9 complaints · 14%Parts named most often: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, foundation components.
When the brake pedal was depressed from any speed vehicle vibrated. This was caused by warped brake rotors. Dealership replaced and re surfaced the rotor, but the problem still occurs.
2001 Hyundai XG300 had bad brakes. The front and rear rotors needed to be replaced due to corrosion. The consumer feels that the corrosion was caused by poor materials.
Speed control
7 complaints · 11%Parts named most often: cables.
The contact owns a 2001 Hyundai XG300. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was restarted and driven cautiously on the shoulder. In addition, there was an unexpected acceleration and unknown electrical issues. The vehicle was taken to an authorized…
Body and structure
5 complaints · 8%Parts named most often: body.
Traveling at 45 to 55 MPH, engine stalled and check engine light came on. It LED to lost of power and acceleration on the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times, because the engine light continued to illuminate. The consumer stated the air bag light illuminated, there was a cracking sound under the…
Tl contact owns a 2001 Hyundai XG300. The contact stated that his vehicle failed a safety inspection due to a rusted drivers side sub frame. The mechanic was unable to determine how the sub frame rusted. The current and failure mileages were 106,760.
Fuel system
5 complaints · 8%Parts named most often: storage, fuel injection system, delivery.
Traveling at 45 to 55 MPH, engine stalled and check engine light came on. It LED to lost of power and acceleration on the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times, because the engine light continued to illuminate. The consumer stated the air bag light illuminated, there was a cracking sound under the…
Tl contact owns a 2001 Hyundai XG300. The contact stated that the vehicle would pull to the right when she drove various speeds including approximately 35 MPH. She noticed the failure in october 2003. The tires were checked and aligned; however, the failure continued to occur. A local mechanic stated that the front…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2001 Hyundai XG300 recalls
Suspension
Risk: If that happens, the vehicle may lose drive power to the wheels, and the front wheel may make contact with the fender or wheel well, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will measure the thickness of the front sub-frame and inspect the front sub-frame for corrosion damage and, if necessary, the front sub-frame will be replaced with a new sub-frame that incorporates additional holes in the upper and lower panels. If the front sub-frame does not require replacement, the dealer will add drainage holes to the sub-frame and will treat the sub-frame with rust-proofing material to stop the corrosion process. This procedure will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during april 2009. Owners may contact the hyundai customer assistance ce
Full defect summary
Hyundai is recalling 188,282 my 2001-2004 sonata and my 2001-2004 xg300 and xg350 vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. Road salt applied in these jurisdictions during the winter months may result in progressive, internal corrosion of the front sub-frame on the vehicles, and may result in thinning or perforation of the sub-frame steel. The corrosion is frequently visible and often discovered during inspection or routine maintenance, and owners may also hear noises or notice tire misalignment and steering pull. If these signals are undetected or unheeded, the corrosion may progress and the forward mounting of the lo
Air bags: side/window
Risk: Non-deployment of the SRS side impact air bag could increase the risk of injury during a side impact crash.
Fix: Dealers will more securely fasten the side impact air bag wiring harnesses and connectors to the vehicle's front seat cushion frames. Owner notification began may 28, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
Full defect summary
On certain passenger vehicles, an intermittent condition that leads to the supplemental restraint system (SRS) air bag warning light illumination could result from motion of the side impact air bag wiring harness and side impact air bag wiring harness connector which mount to the adjustable seat cushion assembly. This condition only relates to the side impact air bags and could prevent air bag deployment during a crash where such deployment should occur.
Transmission: power train
Risk: A damaged ignition failure sensor could result in engine stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the PCM to determine if it was manufactured during the affected production period. If necessary, the PCM will be replaced. Owner notification began january 27, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
Full defect summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Improperly manufactured powertrain control modules (PCM) were installed in some vehicles. The improperly manufactured pcms contained a condenser that was not correctly installed onto the PCM printed circuit board. The incorrect installation of the condenser could result in damage to the ignition failure sensor.
Equipment: labels
Risk: Incorrect tire inflation pressure can damage tires, affect vehicle handling, and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners will be provided with a correct tire pressure placard and installation instructions. Owner notification is expected to begin during october 2001. Owners who do not receive the free tire pressure placard and installation instructions within a reasonable time should contact hyundai at 1-800-829-9956.
Full defect summary
Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with requirements of fmvss no. 110. These vehicles do not have the correct tire pressure placard attached.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2001 Hyundai XG300
- What are the most common problems with the 2001 Hyundai XG300?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (18 complaints, typically around 51,000 miles); electrical (14 complaints, typically around 43,000 miles); air bags (10 complaints, typically around 21,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2001 Hyundai XG300 have?
- 4 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from April 16, 2009 (suspension). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2001 a bad year for the Hyundai XG300?
- It is the most complained-about XG300 model year since 2000, with 65 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.
Other Hyundai XG300 years
- 2001