1989 Hyundai Sonata Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 1989 Hyundai Sonata has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 fires.

The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (7 reports).

3Recalls
11Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Sonata?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1989 Hyundai Sonata recalls

Seat Belts

Recall 93V196Nov 29, 1993100,000 vehicles affected

Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Hoses/Lines/Piping/Fittings

Recall 90V037Feb 21, 199043,590 vehicles affected

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch

Recall 90V038Feb 21, 199039,361 vehicles affected

Most common 1989 Hyundai Sonata problems

Problem areas named in the 11 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine And Engine Cooling7
Power Train3
Latches/Locks/Linkages2
Seat Belts2
Unknown Or Other1
Structure1
Equipment1
Electrical System1

What owners report

2001-04-19, Engine And Engine Cooling
ENGINE STALLS IN MORNING WHEN COLD, TRANSMISSION SLIPS,POOR GAS MILAGE. *AK
1996-12-31, Seat Belts
MOTORIZED SEAT BELTS STICK.
1996-10-17, Seat Belts
DURING A FRONTAL IMPACT ACCIDENT AT 35 MPH. THE FRONT AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT SYSTEM DID NOT HOLD THE DRIVER IN PLACE, UPON IMPACT. *AK
1996-04-04, Electrical System
CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AND CAR STALLED, CONSUMER GOT OUT CAR TO MAKE PHONE CALL AND CAR CAUGHT ON FIRE. PLEASE DESCRIBE . *AK
1996-02-22, Engine And Engine Cooling
ENGINE FAILED. *SD

1989 Hyundai Sonata questions

Does the 1989 Hyundai Sonata have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1989 Hyundai Sonata: Seat Belts; Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Hoses/Lines/Piping/Fittings; Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1989 Hyundai Sonata?

Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (7), Power Train (3), Latches/Locks/Linkages (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 1989 Hyundai Sonata has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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