2001 Hyundai Sonata engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 25 complaints for the 2001 Hyundai Sonata, 9% of the complaints on file.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 25 9% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 62,000 miles 15 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 1 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 3 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 2 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 2 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 4 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 0 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 3 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 0 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 15 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 62,000 miles, and 40% were reported before 60,000 miles.
None of the engine complaints mention a crash, fire, injury or death.
What owners wrote
Engine failed at 1633 miles going 65 MPH on major highway. According to hyndai service there is a problem with engine sleeves in early production engines. Sleeves come loose causing pistons to smash spark plugs. New engine installed, but did not run properly. Hyundai service ordering second new engine. Problem diagnosed quickly due to another 2001 santa fe with 3900 miles in shop with same problem. Peoples hyundai in folsom, ca were very helpful.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 hyundai sonata. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled without warning. The crankshaft sensor failed and was repaired at the contact's expense. The failure recurred two additional times due to the crankshaft and was repaired under warranty. The dealer stated that they would only pay for the part, not the labor. The vehicle has been at the dealer for approximately one week, but has not been repaired. The VIN was unknown.
Other problems reported for the 2001 Hyundai Sonata
- Body & structure 71 complaints
- Air bags 49 complaints
- Suspension 29 complaints
- Brakes 26 complaints