1996 Hyundai Sonata Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1996 Hyundai Sonata recalls

Most common 1996 Hyundai Sonata problems

Problem areas named in the 23 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Engine And Engine Cooling	6
Power Train	6
Electrical System	5
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	3
Equipment	3
Air Bags	3
Structure	2
Visibility	2
Tires	1
Unknown Or Other	1

What owners report

2002-08-13, Air Bags
A CONSUMER?S FIVE YEAR STEP DAUGHTER WAS KILLED BY THE AIR BAG THAT DEPLOYED IN A 5 MPH COLLISION ACCIDENT. THE CONSUMER INDICATED THAT THE AIR BAG WAS DEFECTIVE, THIS REPORT WAS WRITTEN IN BY CLARENCE DITLOW, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FOR THE CENTER FOR AUTO SAFETY, 202-328-7700, 1825 CONNECTICUT AVE NW, STE 330, WASHINGTON, DC 20009. *YH

2002-03-21, Air Bags
WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING AIRBAG LIGHT APPEARED ON DASHBOARD. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

2001-07-25, Engine And Engine Cooling
MY ENGINE QUITE AT A LIGHT. THERE WAS NO WARNING, THE CAR HAD BEEN RUNNING FINE. IT HAD BEEN ABOUT 4,000 MILES SINCE MY LAST OIL CHANGE. *AK

2001-02-28, Visibility
CONSUMER WAS CHARGED FOR RECALL REPAIR 97V-026 FOR THE INOPERATIVE WINDSHIELD WIPERS, CONSUMER REQUEST REIMBURSEMENT. NLM

2001-01-02, Latches/Locks/Linkages
DOOR LOCK WOULD KEEP LOCKING ON ITS OWN. WHEN EITHER IN OR OUT OF VEHICLE LOCKS WOULD EITHER KEEP DRIVER/PASSENGER IN/OR LOCKED OUT. HAD DOOR LOCKS REPAIRED 5 TIMES, BUT PROBLEM KEEPS REAPPEARING. MECHANIC INDICATED TO BRING IT IN WHEN IT HAPPENS, BUT IT'S NOT RESOLVED. DEALER URGED CONSUMER TO TAKE VEHICLE TO ANOTHER DEALERSHIP FOR REPAIRS. *AK

1996 Hyundai Sonata questions

Does the 1996 Hyundai Sonata have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1996 Hyundai Sonata: Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1996 Hyundai Sonata?

Based on 23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (6), Power Train (6), Electrical System (5).

How do I check if a recall on my 1996 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.