2004 Hyundai Sonata: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2004 Hyundai Sonata: 1 recall, 202 owner complaints and up to 23 mpg combined.
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Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Suspension Vehicle recall #09V124000 · 2009 · 188,282 vehicles
What's wrong: 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…
Why it matters: 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.
The 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…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 32 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Suspension (56): the most common themes are rust / corrosion (32), noise or vibration (9).
- Body & structure (47): the most common themes are rust / corrosion (23), door / lock issues (15).
- Airbags (46): the most common themes are fails to deploy (15), warning light on (14).
- Electrical (17): the most common themes are electrical failure (4), door / lock issues (4), warning light on (4).
The 2004 Hyundai Sonata has 202 owner complaints, ranking #17 of 37 Sonata model years for complaints (well below the 435 average). Complaints peaked in 2009 (21 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 9 years old, at a median of 85,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2003 (199 complaints, 6 recalls), 2005 (165 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 28 | 22 | Regular |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 20 | Regular |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 20 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2004 Hyundai Sonata have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2004 Hyundai Sonata. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2004 Hyundai Sonata problems?
Owners have filed 202 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are suspension (56), body & structure (47), airbags (46).
What gas mileage does the 2004 Hyundai Sonata get?
EPA ratings run up to 23 mpg combined (2.4 L, Manual 5-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2004 Hyundai Sonata repair manual?
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